Political Science (Associate Degree)

About this programme

Please visit the International application deadline page to find out when applications may be available. Explore how countries around the world are governed and how political systems affect the daily lives of citizens at the local, national and international levels with the Associate Degree in Political Science. You’ll enhance your critical-thinking and research skills by discussing and analyzing a wide range of subjects, including history, journalism, economics and political ideologies. You’ll examine political controversies that raise ethical issues in the public life and political choices of public officials as well as gain insight into Canada’s role on the global stage. Associate degrees take two years to complete and concentrate on one area of study. If you plan your courses carefully with a university program in mind, you’ll be able to transfer all 60 credits to university. In most cases, an associate degree will allow you to enter the third year of a four-year bachelor's degree program. To ensure your courses transfer, see the BC Transfer Guide. Put your skills to work by joining the optional Co-operative Education Program , which alternates semesters of study with paid, full-time work in your field. You’ll earn money while gaining experience, building your resume and getting an employer reference, all before you graduate. To participate in Co-op you need to plan two semesters in advance, so we strongly recommend contacting the Co-op Office at the start of your program. Refresh your mathematics skills before taking the required statistics course for your credent