Political Science

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What is Political Science?

Political Science is the systematic study of government, politics and society from the local to the global levels. The discipline offers a comprehensive understanding of the political world around us, including the institutions that underpin different systems of government, the motivations and behaviours of political actors and the ideologies and philosophical perspectives that shape politics every day.

Why Study Political Science at UNBC?

Exciting new opportunities are open to those who are equipped to meet the challenges of a changing Canada and a changing world. Political science helps students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels to be a part of those opportunities, and to direct their lives and careers, by providing the intellectual tools needed to understand and critically analyze real world issues, conduct research and develop solutions to complex problems.

Faculty

Our award-winning faculty members are engaged in cutting edge research on a variety of important topics ranging from Indigenous self-determination and self-government to gender and politics, political polarization and environmental politics.

Alumni and Careers

Political Science provides you with the skills and tools you will need to be successful in your chosen career. Our graduates have gone on to successful careers in government, law, journalism, the non-governmental and not-for-profit sectors and the private sectors.

Student Life

The Political Science Student Association and other scholarly and social events are supported by the Political Science Department and contribute to a vibrant and enthusiastic community for learning.

Political Science Student Association (PSSA) Global Friday Speaker Series

Internships

The Political Science Department participates in several government internship programs that are designed to provide recent graduates with the skills and experience they need to pursue a career in government. UNBC students who have participated in all these internship programs have embarked upon successful and rewarding careers in government at all levels.

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Scholarships and Awards

Students of the UNBC Political Science Department benefit from the financial support of numerous scholarships and awards at the undergraduate and graduate level.

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Apply to Political Science

The Political Science Department offers a range of degree programs, including a BA and MA programs, Joint Majors with other undergraduate degree programs at UNBC, a minor in Political Science, a minor in Philosophy and a Certificate in Local Government Administration.

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