Bachelor of Arts - Political Science - Honours

The Bachelor of Arts - Political Science - Honours at Algoma University's Sault Ste. Marie campus is a four-year Honours bachelor's degree that gives you a strong, career-focused education in this field.

You will examine power, government, law, public policy and international relations — how decisions are made and how citizens, institutions and ideas shape society. The program develops strong research, writing, analysis and debate skills. Graduates work in government and public service, policy and research, politics and campaigns, non-profits, journalism and international organisations, and the degree is a respected foundation for law school and graduate study.

Taught at Algoma University in Sault Ste. Marie, the program pairs academic depth with real-world skills, and as a degree from a public university it supports Post-Graduation Work Permit eligibility — a key advantage for international students.

Graduates are well placed for roles such as Policy Analyst, Government / Public Service Officer and Political / Campaign Staff, gaining a mix of theory, applied projects and real Canadian experience that employers value.

Beyond subject knowledge, you will build the communication, teamwork, research and problem-solving skills that transfer across careers and set you up for long-term success in Canada and around the world.

With small class sizes, supportive faculty and one of Canada's most generous scholarship programs, international students at Algoma get personal attention, hands-on learning and a genuinely welcoming place to study.