Bachelor of Arts in Economic and Political Studies Major

About this programme

For the 2020-2021 school year, the federal and provincial governments have significantly expanded grants and loans and made them easier to access. Visit the Kamloops campus, sit in on lectures, take a campus tour, have lunch with a current TRU student — and more! » Register now Become a true researcher, problem solver and critical thinker who actively participates in our world as a global citizen. Develop an appreciation and understanding of the ways in which economic and political phenomena shape our society. Learn how to apply a quantitative analysis of economics to assess the effectiveness of our modern laws and policies. Naturally take an interdisciplinary approach to understanding complex problems, foster an awareness of geopolitical issues in an increasingly globalized world and enjoy exploring patterns in political and economic events. Make sense of big data, analyze strategic interactions, and gain invaluable critical thinking tools. The fields of economics and politics are tightly intertwined, constantly influencing each other. For this reason, businesses, organizations and government agencies will always actively seek graduates with a solid knowledge of political science and an understanding of economics. Economics and politics is, "the study of choices" and concerns all areas of our lives. With a rigorous analysis of real world subjects: Government institutions, taxes, unemployment, financial markets, international trade, development, economic growth, poverty, crime, pollution, healthcare, education, the environment and more—this degree could not be more ap