Our department is the top ranked department of political science of its size in Canada. Our faculty have been nationally and internationally recognized through numerous prestigious awards including Fulbright, Killam and Trudeau fellowships. Three of our faculty have won distinguished scholar awards from the leading professional association, the International Studies Association. Seven of our faculty members have won awards for excellence in research, teaching or service from the University. From civil unrest in the Middle East to international trade negotiations, today’s political landscape is complex. Learn how to navigate (and shape) that terrain with a Political Science degree from Waterloo. Investigate a wide range of topics, or dive deep with a specialization in Canadian Politics, Global Governance, International Relations, or Politics and Business. Either way, you’ll hone your analytical, writing, critical thinking, and research skills in a mix of lectures, seminars, and workshops. You’ll also get an insiders’ perspective, studying with top scholars involved in current international policy debates.
Residence fee-Traditional Double Room Fall 8758, Spring 5847, Winter 5847
Application deadline
30/01/2026
Start date
September 2026
Venue
Waterloo Main Campus
200 University Avenue West,
Waterloo,
Ontario,
N2L 3G1, Central Canada, Canada
Entry requirements
For international students
Applicants must have completed a Ontario high school diploma or equivalent.Ontario students: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including. Any Grade 12 U English (minimum final grade of at least 70%). Admission average: Low 80s (co-op and regular).
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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