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Kwantlen Polytechnic University

  • Public University, Estd 1981
  • Surrey, British Columbia
  • 37 Courses

BA Major in Political Science

  • Course LevelUndergraduate
  • Course Duration4 Years
  • IntakeSummer: May 2025

Course Description

  • The B.A. Major in Political Science offers the chance to explore the political world through an innovative suite of offerings that combines a solid foundation in scholarship with 'hands-on' learning opportunities in debate, diplomacy, and policy
  • This program is designed with a special focus on emerging power dynamics at the national, trans-national, and global levels, and is, therefore, an ideal choice for those with a serious interest in engaging with the many dimensions of power in the modern world
  • Students will begin their studies with a broad range of introductory courses that will expose them to the key sub-fields within the discipline
  • Students will also take at least one 'experiential' course instilling hands-on skills in debate, diplomacy, and policy, as well as one upper-level course on emerging trans-national sites of power
  • In their second and third year, students will transition to more specialized courses ​

Start Dates and Fees

Course fees are indicative and should be viewed as an estimate. Connect with a counsellor to get an accurate figure for your course fees!

Duration4 Years
1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 2578.35
Intake
Intake
Summer: May 2025
Fall: October 2025
Winter: January 2026
Other Costs
KSA Dental Plan :113.30
Cost of living (Moving Costs, Accommodations, Utilities, Transportation, Food, Entertainment) :7300.00
KSA Extended Health Plan :87.55
Multi-Pass :53.35
Total :CAD 7553

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

A graduate of a BC secondary school or an equivalent school system

Additional Requirements
  • Official high school documents
  • Official post-secondary documents​

English Language Requirements
  • IELTS : 6.50
    overall band of 6.5 or higher, with a minimum 6.0 in each band, taken within the last two years from the term of admission
  • TOEFL : 88.00
    88 or higher, with no sub-score less than 20, taken within the last two years from the term of admission
  • PTE : 61.00
    A score of 61 or higher, taken within the last two years from the term of admission
  • Course LevelUndergraduate
  • SpecializationPolitical Science
  • Course Duration4 Years
  • 1st Year Tuition FeesCAD 2578.35
  • Intake
    Summer: May 2025
    Fall: October 2025
    Winter: January 2026
  • Application FeesCAD 120
  • Exam Score
    IELTS 6.50
    TOEFL 88.00
    PTE 61.00
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