Department of Political Science

Study a new age of Political Science

Whether you're passionate about local politics, foreign relations, or the politicization of social issues, there is a class for you. Explore our programs.

About Political Science

Political Science is important to society because an educated citizenry is the best safeguard for democracy. Political Science is valuable for individuals who want to know more about the values, laws, institutions and policy mechanisms that govern their lives in society, and as well, the differences between their system of government and those in other countries.

Political Science is an especially useful preparation for students who wish to pursue careers in teaching, law, public service or business. There are many minor program opportunities to further these study areas.

Faculty & Research

There is exciting research happening everyday through the assistance of many grants; through many workshops and conferences we are able to demonstrate the knowledge gained as well as gather further insights.

The Political Science Department is also home for the Centre for Foreign Policy Studies which is involved in international projects such as The Romeo Dallaire Child Soldiers Initiative and Maritime Security in the 21st Century.