Victoria,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Political Science in Victoria Canada | University of Victoria
University of Victoria
|
Victoria Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
31,722
(c. USD22,743.37)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Examine how power dynamics and governance structures create or resolve tensions across and within communities. Investigate topics such as democratic systems, conflict resolution, and legal frameworks. Enhance your critical thinking and interpersonal skills, acquiring competencies valuable for careers in government, corporate, non-profit, and entrepreneurial fields.
The Political Science Major offers students diverse methodologies and inquiries into political systems and administration. It delivers comprehensive academic training while emphasizing analytical rigor in political research and composition. Graduates with a BA in Political Science can produce evidence-based political assessments and approach political issues with an understanding of relevant critical viewpoints.
Career Paths
Political strategist, Government official, Public relations specialist, Policy advisor, Foreign service officer, Development coordinator, Media analyst, Social justice advocate
Legal professional, Policy advocate
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
completion of four years of full-time academic studies in which all language of instruction is English, at a high school or post-secondary institution in a recognized English-speaking country
High school diploma or equivalent (academic stream) with high-level results / minimum GPA 3.0 or equivalent
completion of Grade 12 English or its equivalent in Canada with a final grade of 86% or higher within the last three years prior to admission
a score of 86% or higher on the BC Provincial Grade 12 English Examination within the last three years prior to admission
a score of 4 or higher on the Advanced Placement Exam in English Language and Composition
a score of 4 or higher on IB Higher Level English A
English Language Proficiency Requirement: minimum IELTS 6.5 (no subscore below 6.0) / TOEFL minimum 90 (no section less than 20) or equivalent
High school diploma or equivalent (academic stream) with high-level results / minimum GPA 3.0 or equivalent
completion of Grade 12 English or its equivalent in Canada with a final grade of 86% or higher within the last three years prior to admission
a score of 86% or higher on the BC Provincial Grade 12 English Examination within the last three years prior to admission
a score of 4 or higher on the Advanced Placement Exam in English Language and Composition
a score of 4 or higher on IB Higher Level English A
English Language Proficiency Requirement: minimum IELTS 6.5 (no subscore below 6.0) / TOEFL minimum 90 (no section less than 20) or equivalent
Tuition
CAD
31,722