Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (Hons)

The University of Winnipeg

Political Science is the systematic study of power, authority, government, and governance that helps us understand and engage in the important processes and institutions that structure our lives. The Political Science Department offers a wide range of courses that examine such issues as: the nature and structure of government and how they shape political behaviour relations between nation-states the movement of groups of people across state borders the interactions between state and society the nature of power and authority and the impact of such things as political parties, interest groups, social classes and other societal organizations. This program leads to a Bachelor of Arts (3-year, 4-year, or Honours) with a Major in Political Science. We also offer a Certificate in Public Policy & Administration.