Bachelor of Arts [B.A] (Political Science)
4 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
$15,171 /Yr
CA$21,368 /Yr
- B.A in Political Science (Major)t at Kwantlen Polytechnic University is offered for 4 years.
- This program is offered on a full-time basis.
- This program is offered on campus.
- The B.A. Major in Political Science offers the chance to explore the political world through an innovative suite of offerings that combines a solid foundation in scholarship with 'hands-on' learning opportunities in debate, diplomacy, and policy.
- The Bachelor of Arts Major in Political Science is designed with a special focus on emerging power dynamics at the national, trans-national, and global levels, and is, therefore, an ideal choice for those with a serious interest in engaging with the many dimensions of power in the modern world.
- As a Political Science B.A. Major, students will begin their studies with a broad range of introductory courses that expose students to the key sub-fields within the discipline (Canadian and comparative politics, international relations, and political thought), before gradually transitioning to more specialized courses in the second-and third-year levels, and advanced-level seminar works in the fourth year of study.
- Students will also take at least one 'experiential' course instilling hands-on skills in debate, diplomacy, and policy, as well as one upper-level course on emerging trans-national sites of power.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $15171 (CAD 21368) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | $8189 (CAD 11534) |
| Health Insurance | $143 (CAD 201) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $11520 (CAD 16225) |
Scores Required
Required Document List
The Documents required are:
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of your experience and skills.
- English Language Requirement Scores like TOEFL, IELTS,..etc.
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Career and Placement after Course
Political Science instills a range of highly transferable skills that are marketable in many fields and several career paths which place a premium upon training in Political Science:
- Politics: BC Premier Christy Clark, US President Barack Obama, and provincial NDP leader Adrian Dix all got started by studying Political Science. And Political Science graduates often work for political parties as researchers, recruiters, organizers, policy advisors, and campaign managers.
- Public service: Canada's three levels of government employees over a million people in Canada, many of which are Political Science graduates.
- Semi-independent government agencies, boards, commissions, and Crown corporations such as Elections Canada, Statistics Canada, or provincial and federal legislatures, as well as municipalities, all hire Political Science graduates.
- International diplomacy and foreign service
- International and non-government organizations (NGOs)
- Law: Law schools accept more applicants with Political Science degrees than from any other educational background, according to expert Rand Dyck.
- Advocacy groups, independent research organizations, and think tanks
- Education
- Journalism
- Business
- Labour unions
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axol Science Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,420/Yr$2,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
| Business Administration Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| University of Montreal Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 710/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,485/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
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Kwantlen Polytechnic University invites admission application in the Fall, Spring and Summer semesters. The application process for the Fall semester will begin on 1st October 2022 and continue till 1st March 2023. You can check the courses available for admission in this semester from Kwantlen Polytechnic University Courses.