Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

About

The B.A. 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, transnational, 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, you will begin your studies with a broad range of introductory courses that expose you 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 secondand third-year levels, and advanced-level seminar work in the fourth year of study. You 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. Political Science at KPU is particularly strong in the following areas: North American studies with a special focus on Canadian politics, including Canada's Charter of Rights and constitution, multiculturalism, BC and local politics, and foreign policy; as  well as continental and cross-border politics, and American politics and government; International studies, including international organizations (such as the UN), human rights issues, international political economy, transnational issues, human security, and international law. Exciting "applied" and "experiential. 

Career path 

Political Science instils 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,International diplomacy and foreign service, International and non-government organizations (NGOs), Advocacy groups, independent research organizations and think tanks, Education, Journalism, Business, Labour unions, public services. Direct careers includes Legislative Assistant, City Council Aide, Government Program Assistant,Public Policy Clerk, Regulatory Affairs Technician, Community Outreach Coordinator, Nonprofit Program Assistant, Civic Engagement Organizer, Campaign Support Staff, Public Affairs Assistant, Public Opinion Surveyor,Academic Program Assistant.