Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

University of British Columbia - Okanagan Campus

Examine how government affects our lives, and gain a deeper understanding of the forces that shape law, society, the economy and politics. Get your UBC degree in political science and develop an in-depth understanding of political systems, issues and trends. This program explores democratic and non-democratic systems of governance, placing Canadian public affairs in a comparative and international context.Gain a deeper understanding of the forces that shape law, society, the economy, and politics. You will develop in-depth knowledge of political systems while you learn to conduct research, present arguments, and work and lead effectively. The completion of a degree in Political Science has long been recognized as sound undergraduate preparation for careers in law, business, politics, social work, and public administration. The Major in Political Science is designed to produce a graduate with a solid understanding of the institutions of government, their relationship to politically active non-governmental organizations, the articulation and implementation of public policy, and the role of the informed citizen in a liberal democracy. At UBC Okanagan, you can complete a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree with a major or minor in political science.

Irving K. Barber Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences