Honours Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Pursue an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Lakehead University. Explore Canadian politics and gain global insights. Apply now!

Government policies influence virtually every aspect of people lives, from housing to education to crime. Political Science program studies the institutions, ideas, practices, and power that shape government and policy at all levels. Students will gain a thorough understanding of political systems - with a particular focus on Canadian politics - and overarching notions of freedom, equality, and justice. This program’s goal is to provide a well-rounded Political Science education by applying both theoretical and practical modes of analysis to examine sociological, economic, and historical contexts. Students will study: International Relations Political Theory Law and Politics Public Administration and Policy Indigenous Governance Comparative Politics