Undergraduate programs
Political science draws upon history, law, economics, sociology, and philosophy. Our undergraduate programs lay the foundation for careers in public service, NGOs, think tanks. Many pursue graduate studies or go to law school after graduation.
BA in Political Science
This a regular bachelor's degree. Most students begin in this program.
Honours program
The Honours Program in Political Science is designed for students with a strong academic background who wish to develop a solid and articulated understanding in Political Science and who want to acquire an early preparation for graduate studies. Honours students receive comprehensive undergraduate training in the main fields of political science (Canadian and Quebec Politics, Comparative Politics, International Relations, Political Theory, and Public Policy and Administration).
If you are interested in Honours, please speak with your program advisor in your first year of study at Concordia.
See also
Minors from our department
Minor in Political Science
This 24-credit minor serves those students who wish to acquire basic understanding in political science to complement their training in another discipline.
Minor in Human Rights Studies
The 24-credit Minor in Human Rights Studies encompasses the eternal drive to improve the human condition, and attendant debates over the primacy of the individual within society and the universal versus relativist approach to rights, positive and negative freedoms.
Other minors
A major in political science allows for expansion into related subjects that complement your studies. Many Political Science students take multi- or cross-disciplinary minors offered by other departments. Contact them directly if one of these minors spark your interest.
Experiential learning
Co-op possibilities
The Institute for Co-operative Education gives academically strong students a chance to bridge university life and the working world by completing paid work terms. Co-op work terms make it possible for you to work in:
- Policy evaluation and analysis
- Comparing and evaluating corporate social responsibility policies, including tracking news stories about a corporation or government to assess the public’s reception of policies and actions
- Analyzing government regulation on a theme or topic across countries or time
Two co-op paths for polisci students
The Institute's main co-op option alternates between study and work terms for the duration of your Bachelor's degree. The C-Edge option is a single work-term, typically in the summer.
Internship
The Political Science internship offers an opportunity to gain valuable work experience in the public or private sectors while receiving three (3) credits towards your degree.
