In Political Studies, we consider the many ways in which we use power in human societies.
We examine the philosophic and practical aspects of the use and abuse of power, combining insights from both the humanities and social sciences.
Our Political Studies program embraces both the social science and humanities aspects of political analysis, adding depth to your studies. As a student of political studies, you will deepen your understanding of political science and explore your rights and responsibilities as a citizen and Christian.
You will explore the organization of government and how this influences the amount and distribution of social and economic resources. In addition, you will develop an understanding of government institutions, legislative processes, foreign policy, international relations, and public law.
Our political studies program includes practicum courses, giving our students valuable experience. Our students have the option of studying at TWU’s Laurentian Leadership Centre and interning in Ottawa or at Parliament Hill, and participating in our Pre-Law Society or Model United Nations.
Students who graduate with a degree in Political Studies go on to work in government, politics, legal practice, business, and many other fields.
OUR POLITICAL SCIENCE PROGRAM OFFERS:
A major in Political Studies leading to a BA (Honours) degree
A major in Political Studies leading to a BA degree
A concentration
A minor
AFTER GRADUATION
Students who graduate from out Political Studies program go on to work in government, politics, legal practice, business and many other fields. Students who recently completed this degree are currently working as staff in the offices of elected officials, serving as lawyers and partners in major legal firms, running for political office, or managing political campaigns, or working in high-level marketing or lobbying for multinational firms.
CAREERS IN POLITICAL STUDIES
Graduates from TWU’s political science program find careers in:
- Government-related service
- Administration
- Law
- Business
- Librarianship
- Journalism
- Teaching