Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Associate of Arts Degree in Political Science
Cedar, Canada
Associate of Arts
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Associate of Arts Degree in Political Science focuses on foundational concepts in governance, politics, and political theory. This program aims to equip students with critical thinking and analytical skills while examining local, national, and global political systems. Courses may include topics on American government, international relations, and comparative politics.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue various career paths such as government service, public policy, advocacy, and education. This degree also provides a solid foundation for students considering a bachelor's degree in political science or related fields.
The Associate Degree is designed to provide an education experience that prepares students for work, citizenship, and an enriched life as an educated person, and to lay a solid foundation for further study in the field of Political Science.
Note: Students planning to progress to the BA Major or Minor in Political Science should complete 9 credits of POLI courses at the 1000 level and 6 credits of POLI courses at the 2000 level. BA students should also take SOCI 2260.