Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies - Major, Minor

About this programme

Are you passionate about building a more stable, just and sustainable world? A Bachelor of Arts with a major or minor in Political Studies can lead to many careers where you can make a positive difference in Canada and around the world. In the Political Studies program, you gain the analytical, communication and leadership skills that are in demand in the public and private sectors. In Political Studies you learn about power, politics, policy and society. And you put what you learn into action while completing your degree. You can practice your leadership and communication skills by taking part in one of the many leadership opportunities available to Political Studies students. As you work toward your degree, you'll pick up the analytical and practical skills that employers in many sectors need and value. Build your leadership skills through the Jarislowsky Chair's leadership activities, the Canada-Senegalese climate change projects and the Model UN. Work with local political and community organizations in courses like Politics in Practice. Gain experience organizing social, community and academic events through our dynamic Political Studies Students' Association. Political Studies majors and minors can pursue rewarding careers in the public service and the private and non-profit sectors. Learn more about Political Studies careers by visiting Careers for Political Studies grads . In the VIU Political Studies program, you'll learn how politics and policy work and affect people's daily lives in Canada and around the world. You'll work with your professors and classmat