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Get behind the headlines and learn how political power really works. Our political science program introduces you to political, economic, social, and environmental issues in Canada and around the world. We offer a great mentorship program, opportunities to do research with faculty, and the ability to complete an internship in fourth year. Our active and engaged department is home to the Political Science Society, the Model UN Club, and arranges an annual trip to Europe through the EU Study Abroad course.
Sample Courses: Introduction to Canadian Government and Politics, World Politics, Political Geography, Political Economics of Agriculture and Food, International Organizations
Specialization Options: Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, International Business, Marketing, Strategy and Entrepreneurship, Supply Chain and Business Analytics
Career Tracks: Lawyer, local, provincial, or federal government, government service official, public policy analyst, business advisor, public relations officer, journalist, graduate school, lobbyist and think tank researcher
Professional Designation Possible: CPA (Accounting), CFA (Finance), CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional)
Course Requirements: English/ENG4U
Minimum Average: 70%
Mean Average (Entering Fall 2019): 77%
* Average over six Grade 12 academic courses.
Learn more about Course EquivalenciesCourse Requirements: Grade 12 English
Minimum Average: 70%
Mean Average (Entering Fall 2019): 77%
* Applicants educated outside of Canada must submit evidence of education equivalent to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six Grade 12 academic courses. Grades will be converted to Ontario equivalent grades.
Learn more about Country EquivalenciesYou will learn how policies and laws affect people, businesses and the world in this combined program. Develop your critical thinking and analytical skills to impact change both at the community level and in the boardroom.
Sample Courses: Intro to Canadian Government and Politics, Business Communications, Intro to Business, Political Economy of International Trade, Business Law
Specialization options: Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, International Business, Marketing, Strategy and Entrepreneurship, Supply Chain and Business Analytics
Career Tracks: Lawyer, HR manager, business advisor, entrepreneur, policy analyst
Professional Designation Possible: CPA (Accounting), CFA (Finance), CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional)
Course Requirements: One of Advanced Functions/MHF4U, Calculus & Vectors/MCV4U, Math of Data Management/MDM4U. English/ENG4U.
Minimum Average: 73% (70% in at least one grade 12 U math course (or equivalent))
* Average over six Grade 12 academic courses.
Learn more about Course EquivalenciesCourse Requirements: One of Grade 12 Advanced Functions, Grade 12 Calculus & Vectors, Grade 12 Math of Data Management. Grade 12 English.
Minimum Average: 73% (70% in at least one grade 12 math course (or equivalent))
* Applicants educated outside of Canada must submit evidence of education equivalent to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six Grade 12 academic courses. Grades will be converted to Ontario equivalent grades.
Learn more about Country EquivalenciesParlez-vous français? Get an edge over the competition for jobs in federal public service, with non-governmental organizations and in the private sector requiring knowledge of French and francophone culture. You’ll take French language courses as well as political science courses taught in French. Study in France or Ottawa and have the option of taking the EU Study Abroad course. Do research with professors in a faculty that cares about your success.
Sample Courses: Introduction to Canadian Government and Politics, World Politics, French Language Training, Introduction to Cultural Heritage of French Canada, Issues in Quebec Politics, additional courses taught in French at the University of Ottawa or abroad
Career Tracks: Government service official, public policy analyst, public relations officer, non-governmental organization consultant, border services official
Course Requirements: French/FSF4U. English/ENG4U.
Recommended: Entry from French immersion program or French high school.
Minimum Average: 70%
* Average over six Grade 12 academic courses.
Learn more about Course EquivalenciesCourse Requirements: Grade 12 French. Grade 12 English.
Recommended: Entry from French immersion program or French high school.
Minimum Average: 70%
* Applicants educated outside of Canada must submit evidence of education equivalent to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six Grade 12 academic courses. Grades will be converted to Ontario equivalent grades.
Learn more about Country EquivalenciesBeyond a reasonable doubt, this is an elite program popular with elite students who have an average of 85% or above. Focusing on the legal aspects of philosophy, history, criminology, sociology, politics, and government, there aren’t many other programs like it around. Use it to prepare for law school or an array of other careers. In this program you won’t just be a number. It’s a close-knit department where your professors will know your name.
Sample Courses: Introduction to Canadian Government and Politics, Comparative Politics, Legal Process in Canada, Reasoning Skills, Informal Logic: Argumentation
Career Tracks: Lawyer, legal consultant, government service official, law enforcement officer, policy analyst, graduate school
Course Requirements: English/ENG4U
Minimum Average: 85%
Mean Average (Entering Fall 2019): 86%
* Average over six Grade 12 academic courses.
Learn more about Course EquivalenciesCourse Requirements: Grade 12 English
Minimum Average: 85%
Mean Average (Entering Fall 2019): 86%
* Applicants educated outside of Canada must submit evidence of education equivalent to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six Grade 12 academic courses. Grades will be converted to Ontario equivalent grades.
Learn more about Country EquivalenciesInspire students to be engaged citizens by combining your education degree with a political science BA. Teach courses at the intermediate/senior level in subjects like world issues, law, social studies, and more. Our poli-sci department is welcoming, and our Faculty of Education connects you with real-world opportunities to refine your teaching skills.
Sample Courses: Teaching and Learning, Educational Psychology, Assessment and Evaluation, Introduction to Canadian Government and Politics, World Politics
Career Tracks: Secondary teacher, principal, special education teacher, learning strategist, academic administrator, educational specialist, communications specialist, public relations officer, consultant
Professional Designation Possible: OCT (Ontario College of Teachers)
Course Requirements: English/ENG4U
Minimum Average: 75%
Note: Admission to first year only
* Average over six Grade 12 academic courses.
Learn more about Course EquivalenciesCourse Requirements: Grade 12 English
Minimum Average: 75%
Note: Admission to first year only
* Applicants educated outside of Canada must submit evidence of education equivalent to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six Grade 12 academic courses. Grades will be converted to Ontario equivalent grades.
Learn more about Country EquivalenciesLearn about faculty highlights, programs and student stories.
Get yours nowDuring his four years studying in the Department of Political Science, Trevor was heavily involved in the campus and Windsor community. He served as a UWSA councillor and as president of USIRPS, the Undergraduate Society for International Relations and Political Science, in 2014-15. Trevor was also a member of the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee and the Transit Windsor Board of Directors.
Trevor Fairlie
BA (Honours) in Political Science. Osgoode Hall Law School Graduate. Now articling at the Ontario Securities Commission (Enforcement Branch)
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