Political Science

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Political Science examines political systems, government, public policy and political behaviour at local, national and global levels.

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Credential: BA
Program length: 4 years
Campus: St. George / Mississauga / Scarborough
Co-op: Yes

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YOUR STUDIES

What will you study?

First-year overview

First-year social science courses with Program of Study (POSt) selection after Year 1.

Specializations / streams

Comparative Politics, International Relations, Political Theory, Public Policy

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Program structure

Faculty / department

Faculty of Arts & Science (Department of Political Science)

Study format

Full-time

Delivery mode

In person

Honours option

Yes

Minor options

Yes

Capstone / final-year project

Optional

Research or thesis options are available in upper years.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

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Listed prerequisite courses

English (ENG4U)

Grade range / admission notes

Mid-to-high 80s.

Supplementary application

Not required

Admission is indirect via POSt after Year 1.

Portfolio / audition

Not required

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

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Co-op availability

Yes

Co-op eligibility

Optional, competitive application after Year 1 or 2.

Internship option

Yes

Placement / practicum

CAREER PATHWAYS

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Career paths

Not specified

Professional pathways / licensure

Preparation for law school, public service or graduate studies.

TUITION & FEES

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Collected tuition estimate

$12,380.00 CAD

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