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Overview
The Bachelor of Arts strengthens critical and creative thinking through a broad range of social, political and cultural studies.
Political Science is the study of power, authority and governance in human affairs. In today’s world, these areas are rapidly changing and becoming more complex, with a range of public, private and non-governmental institutions involved in governing and steering society.
Athabasca University’s Political Science program will help you better understand:
- the nature and sources of power and authority
- the impact of globalization on society and government
- how decisions are made within your own and other societies
- how current events fit into broader institutional, political and social contexts
Career
- elected official
- campaign manager or pollster
- public servant
- local government administrator
- policy analyst
- research specialist
- lawyer
- journalist
- public relations specialist
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Introduction to Political Science: Concepts, Structures, and Institutions
- Introduction to Political Science: Political Processes and Political Behaviour
- Media and Power in Canadian Society
- Political Ideologies
- Canadian Government and Politics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
Undergraduate courses start the first day of each month, but you must register and pay your fees by the 10th of the previous month to begin on the first.
Language
English
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
120 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Environmental Economics & Policy Public Policy Political Science View 4 other Bachelors in Public Policy in CanadaAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- There are no formal admission requirements for either the 3-year or the 4-year program. All you need is to be 16 or older. You can enrol anytime and start right away, regardless of your previous education.
Tuition Fee
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International
19802 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 79210 CAD for the full programme during 48 months. -
National
7982 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 31930 CAD for the full programme during 48 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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