$23,977 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Political Science
- BA in Political Science at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 4 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- The political science program is the study of power and governance.
- Students can learn academic excellence, innovative problem-solving, and experiential learning opportunities beyond the classroom, such as Community Service-Learning and Arts Work Experience programs.
- The program course includes many topics such as:
- Democracy
- Citizenship and Law
- Municipal
- Provincial and Federal Politics
- Politics of Gender and Health
- International Politics
- This major program can also be taken as part of a BA Honors degree.
- In this program, students will have the opportunity to learn from award-winning teachers and leading international researchers.
- Through innovative teaching methods, such as participating in simulations and student-driven research projects, they will gain the necessary knowledge to apply to social problems in Canada and around the world.
- The student-faculty ratio of this program is 9:1.
- Student's studies will be enhanced by the rich insights that the nationally and internationally recognized faculty members bring to the classroom through unique insights drawn from their research and the advancement of human knowledge.
- The Faculty of Arts boasts one of the most diverse Arts programs in Canada, offering top-quality educational opportunities that prepare students for successful careers in every sector of society.
- Job opportunities after BA in Political Science are International work, Policy Analyst, etc and the average salary goes up to 44,000 USD.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $22568 | $22568 | $22568 | $22568 |
| Health Insurance | $97 | $97 | $97 | $97 |
| Books and supply | $1313 | $1313 | $1313 | $1313 |
| Total Fees | $23977 | $23977 | $23977 | $23977 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 90 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 61 | 90 | 3 |
| Duolingo | Duolingo | 115 | 160 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students have to complete the English (Literature and Composition) language courses.
- Students have to complete one course from the following subjects to get admission in this program:
- Fine Arts
- Humanities
- Languages other than English
- Math/Sciences
- Students have to complete three-course from the following subjects to get admission in this program:
- Humanities
- Languages other than English
- Math/Sciences
- Students should hold an English Language Proficiency test score.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Complete International Baccalaureate (IB) or Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
- Secured a minimum of 70% marks in one of these certificates: All India Senior School Certificate, Higher Secondary School Certificate, Intermediate Certificate, Indian School Certificate.
- Completed grade 11 and grade 12 with 70% marks.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.