Bachelor of Arts - Political Science (Optional Co-op)

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summery

Students explore how power and authority produce or reduce conflicts within and between societies. They study issues including democracy, war and peace, and the rule of law. Students develop their problem-solving and communication abilities. They will gain skills that are essential to careers in the public, private, non-profit and business sectors.

Areas of focus

  • Canadian Politics
  • Indigenous Politics
  • International Relations
  • Comparative Politics
  • Political Theory

Careers

  • Campaign organizer
  • Civil servant
  • Communications officer
  • Consultant
  • Diplomat
  • Fundraiser
  • Journalist
  • Human rights activist
  • Lawyer
  • Lobbyist
  • Media analyst
  • Mediator or negotiator
  • Policy advisor
  • Politician
  • Project manager
  • Public policy analyst

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

77%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

6

Writing

6

Listening

6

Speaking

6

University of Victoria (in partnership with Kaplan International)
University of Victoria (in partnership with Kaplan International)

3800 Finnerty Road, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Program Intakes

Open date

September 27, 2024

Submission deadline

July 1, 2025

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

4 year bachelor’s degree

Program Length

$20635 CAD

Cost of Living

$0 CAD

Application fee

$29716 CAD

Tution fee

Other Fees

Estimated BC Medical Services Plan (MSP): $900 per year