Overview

The Political Science (Honours) at Ontario Tech University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the interrelations between communities, nations, and social movements. This interdisciplinary programme explores critical global issues such as climate change, international development, and social justice. Students are equipped with the analytical tools necessary to reimagine the world and implement sustainable policy solutions.

Why Political Science (Honours) at Ontario Tech University?

This major is unique in its focus on community building and the creation of policies that target an improved quality of life. By drawing on faculty expertise in sociology, public policy, history, and economics, the curriculum offers a robust multidisciplinary background. The programme emphasises the practical application of theory to address poverty, war, and environmental sustainability.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 32188 per year
National fee: CAD 5983 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Political Science
Democracy in Theory & Practice
Writing for the Social Sciences
Global Politics and International Relations
Community Development and Social Change
Law, Policy, and Political Institutions

Careers with Political Science (Honours)

Graduates are prepared for a diverse range of professional roles within the public, private, and non-profit sectors. The skills acquired in policy analysis and research are highly valued by government agencies and international organisations.

Additionally, the programme serves as a strong foundation for graduate studies in social science disciplines or further professional education in law and public administration.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Activism

Anti-Poverty Policies

Community Development and Planning

Environmental Justice

Human Rights

Indigenous Rights

International Development

International Relations

Labour and Economic Policy

Racial and Gender Equality

Social Policy

Urban Renewal and Development

War, Terrorism and Conflict

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

More details

Deadline for Ontario secondary school students: January 15.

Language

English

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oshawa, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of the International Baccalaureate Diploma including English SL or HL. Prerequisite courses can be presented at the Standard or Higher Level with no score lower than 4.

A minimum overall score of 24 is require for admission consideration; actual admitting scores vary from program to program.

For Engineering and Science degrees, applicants must present Math SL or HL and/or Further Math HL.

Final IB results must be sent to the university electronically by the International Baccalaureate office.

If you are not completing the full IB Diploma, individual IB courses may be considered for admission. Official transcripts and proof of high school graduation must be submitted directly from your institution.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

32188 CAD / year

≈ 32188 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5983 CAD / year

≈ 5983 CAD / year

Living costs

Oshawa

Canada

1100 - 1700 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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