University Transfer: Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

bachelor of arts political science
Credential
Bachelor's Degree
Duration

- 2 years at RDP
- 2 years at most universities

Location
-Main Campus
The Program

For a general discussion of the B.A. program, click here.

Political Science is the study of politics and government, the location and use of power in society, and quests for human betterment.

Program Content

The below schedule is a general pattern that transfers to the University of Alberta, the University of Calgary, and the University of Lethbridge. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer credit information.

Suggested Year 1 Pattern

  • ENGL 219/ENGL 220 (6 credits)
  • POLI 201/POLI 283 and/or POLI 223 (6-9 credits)
  • Science requirement (3 credits)
  • Open Options (12-15 credits)

Suggested Year 2 Pattern

Refer to Academic Advising Planning Guides.

Visit RDP’s Course Catalogue/Timetable to read detailed course descriptions.

University Transfer Program

RDP offers the first two years of the Bachelor or Arts program. For the most current university program and transfer information, see the Planning Guides.

Transfer Features

Visit the Bachelor of Arts page for transfer features.

    Admission Requirements

    Visit the Bachelor of Arts page for full admission requirements.

    Related Careers
    • Law
    • Government and Civil Service
    • Radio and Television
    • Education
    • Research
    • Journalism
    • Armed Forces
    • Consulting
    • Industrial Relations
    • Law Enforcement and Corrections
    • Urban Planning
    • Banking and Finance
    • Social Services
    • Administration
    • Recreation
    • Investment Dealing
    • Advertising
    • Public Relations
    • Management
    • Counselling
    • Real Estate
    • Insurance
    • Publishing and Printing
    • Languages and Linguistics
    • Writing
    • Retail Sales

    Graduates may also go on to graduate studies (for a Master's or Doctoral program) in Political Science.

    Liberal Arts graduates generally have superior skills in conceptual analysis, evaluation and critical reasoning, leadership motivation, and interpersonal and communication skills.

    University of Lethbridge

    Suggested Year 2 Pattern

  • Sr POLI (3 credits)
  • POLI 308 or POLI 309 (3 credits)
  • POLI 320 (6 credits)
  • Open Options (18 credits)
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