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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Course code: #AAL

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $26,500 CAD

  • Application fee

    $135 CAD

  • Duration

    4 years

  • PGWP

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    70 out of 100

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-September 01-March-2022 2022-03-01
Spring-May 01-April-2022 2022-04-01
Summer-July 01-April-2022 2022-04-01

Overview

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Government policies influence virtually every aspect of our lives, from housing to education to crime. Political Science program studies the institutions, ideas, practices, and power that shape government and policy at all levels. 

Students will gain a thorough understanding of political systems - with a particular focus on Canadian politics - and overarching notions of freedom, equality, and justice.

The goal is to provide a well-rounded Political Science education by applying both theoretical and practical modes of analysis to examine sociological, economic, and historical contexts.

If you have an interest in political systems abroad, you will also have the opportunity to explore the politics of America, Africa, Europe, and Asia.

Additionally, you will study:

  • International Relations
  • Political Theory
  • Law and Politics
  • Public Administration and Policy
  • Indigenous Governance
  • Comparative Politics

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$34,240

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $7,188
Accommodation 1 bed room $7,740
Tuition 1 person $26,500

Hourly wage

Min wage

16.55 CAD / 1 hour

in Canada every student can work 20 hour per week

Required documents

  • Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency Requirements
  • Passport and visa

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

80
19
listening
19
writing
19
speaking
19
reading

PTE

58
50
listening
50
writing
50
speaking
50
reading

Cambridge

176
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

DuoLingo English Test with Minimum Score :  110

Students will improve their ability to read academic materials, write a variety of academic essays and give academic presentations individually and in groups. There are 5 levels in the Academic English Program. 

You will be assessed upon arrival and placed in the appropriate level based on your skills if you do not possess current IELTS or TOEFL scores. Please note that Lakehead University will temporarily accept the Duolingo English Test from applicants who are from a region where IELTS and/or TOEFL test centres are closed due to COVID-19.

If you do not have a test score from any of these sources, you must do a placement test online before your arrival if you are planning to study in Canada. Placement tests for Fall 2021 placement must be done no later than August 16, 2021. 


Academic background and requirement

China : Applicants educated in China will be considered for admission provided they:

  1. Present a Graduation Certificate awarded by a senior (upper) middle school or by the Unified National University Entrance Examinations

India : Applicants will be considered for admission provided they present one of the following certificates:

  1. A State Higher Secondary Certificate awarded by a State Board of Higher Secondary Education or;
  2. India and Delhi Senior School Certificate awarded by the Central Board of Secondary Education or;
  3. Indian School Certificate awarded by the Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations

    For applicants who are currently in-progress, please submit:

  • X level exam scores,
  • XI level final mark sheet, and
  • Mid-year or predicated XII results.

Iran: 

  • Diploma Matevaseth
  • Prior to 2019: Pre-University Year and Diploma Matevaseth

Career opportunities

  • Public Policy Analyst
  • Lobbyist
  • Diplomat
  • Economic Development Officer
  • Social Policy Program Officer
  • Political Aide

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