Political Science, B.A. | Simon Fraser University | Burnaby, Canada
48 months
Duration
32724 CAD/year
7064 CAD/year
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About

The Political Science program offered by Simon Fraser University in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences offers a minor, a certificate in African studies, and three joint majors. You can start this program at either the Burnaby or Surrey campus. 

Overview

Do you want to make a difference and help create a better world? Political Science is fundamentally concerned with power. Who has power? The Prime Minister? Big business? Media? The people? How can citizens challenge existing policies and power inequalities? Should they vote? Join advocacy groups? Take to the streets?

Career Opportunities

The world is changing rapidly and you have no way of knowing the full range of career opportunities available to you in the future. Graduates of this Political Science program offered by Simon Fraser University  may end up in a range of occupations, including these:

  • Author
  • Community Worker
  • Customs Officer
  • Diplomat
  • Event Coordinator
  • Financial/Economic Analyst
  • Foreign Service Officer
  • Fundraiser
  • Human Resource Specialist
  • Journalist
  • Politician
  • Public Policy Analyst
  • Public Relations Professional
  • Retail Manager
  • Teacher

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Politics and Government 
  • Investigating Politics: Research Design and Qualitative Methods 
  • Quantitative Methods in Political Science 
  • Political Philosophy 
  • Canadian Government 

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Required

Other requirements

General requirements

  • All applicants must meet the university's English Language Requirements
  • All applicants must meet the university's Quantitative and Analytical Skills requirements
  • All students must present a minimum grade of C-/60% in a junior or senior level acceptable Math course
  • Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior high school
  • Submit a transcript which includes grades for all courses completed and final grades for the first semester of Senior Year. (An admission average is calculated on final year results.)

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    32724 CAD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 32724 CAD per year during 48 months.
  • National

    7064 CAD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 7064 CAD per year during 48 months.

per unit

Living costs for Burnaby

1600 - 2700 CAD /month
Living costs

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

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Political Science.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Provided by university
Grant
1900 CAD
Deadline
Not specified
Pauline Jewett Scholarship
Merit-based

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Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, Canada
Provided by university
Grant
1100 CAD
Deadline
19 May 2024
Professor Andre Gerolymatos Undergraduate Scholarship in Hellenic Studies
Merit-based

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Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, Canada
Provided by university
Grant
3000 CAD
Deadline
19 May 2024
Chung Family Undergraduate Scholarship in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Merit-based

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Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, Canada
Provided by university
Grant
1700 CAD
Deadline
19 May 2024
Joe and Mary Merchant Scholarship in Science
Merit-based

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Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, Canada
Provided by university
Grant
1500 CAD
Deadline
12 Jan 2024
Somjee Undergraduate Scholarships in Political Science
Merit-based

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Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, Canada
Provided by university
Grant
1000 CAD
Deadline
12 Jan 2024
SFU Alumni Scholarship
Merit-based

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Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, Canada
Provided by university
Grant
1500 CAD
Deadline
17 May 2024
Dueck Auto Group President's Scholarship
Merit-based

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Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, Canada
Provided by university
Grant
1000 CAD
Deadline
12 Jan 2024
Sulzer Pumps Inc. Undergraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, Canada
Provided by university
Grant
2000 CAD
Deadline
12 Jan 2024
Frances Mary Beattie Undergraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, Canada
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Mar 2024
Boom & Bucket's Student Scholarship Program
Merit-based

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Boom & Bucket
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
200000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based

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Education Future
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based

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BeArt-Presets
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
06 Nov 2023
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Merit-based Need-based

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Ayn Rand Institute
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
01 May 2024
Wear & I Fashion Pioneer Scholarship
Merit-based

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WEAR & I
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
15 Jan 2024
Women in STEM StudySoup Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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StudySoup
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
04 Dec 2023
Future Innovator Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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StudySoup
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 CAD
Deadline
Anytime
Niara Scholarship Application
Merit-based

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Niara
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 Jan 2024
Fighting Bullying With Technology
Merit-based

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1902 Software
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
11 Mar 2024
Rising Stars Scholarship
Merit-based

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Jeffrey Coller, Knoxville Criminal Defense Attorney
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
08 Jan 2024
The Crowder Law Firm Scholarship
Merit-based

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The Crowder Law Firm
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
19 Feb 2024
The Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship
Merit-based

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Blossom Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
04 Dec 2023
Collins Rupp, P.C. Moving Forward Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Collins Rupp, P.C.
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
The Annual IELTSing Scholarship
Merit-based

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IELTSing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2023
Clean And Recovery Scholarship Essay Contest
Merit-based Need-based

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Clean and Recovery
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
$1,000 All Star Verified Scholarship
Merit-based

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Verified Scholarships
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
09 Jun 2024
VRL Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based

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VRL Tracking
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
High School Essay Contest
Merit-based

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International Bipolar Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Pearl Lemon Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pearl Lemon
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2023
Addiction Awareness Scholarship
Merit-based

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Seasons in Malibu
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
Coupons Plus Deals “Save for Future” Scholarship
Merit-based

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Coupons Plus Deals
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Dec 2023
Go Digital Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based

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Jelvix
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Anonymous Hope Fund
Merit-based Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
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