BA in Political Science
Contact:
Dr. Jane MacNeil
Chairperson
Program Information:
E-mail: inquire@rdc.ab.ca
Phone: 403.342.3400 OR 1.888.732.4630
Department Information:
For more information about the Political Science program, visit the Political Science Department in Humanities & Social Sciences, under About RDC.
Two-Year University Transfer Program
RDC offers the first two years of these degree programs:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
For the most current university program and transfer information, please see the Academic Advising homepage. Click on Planning Guides.
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.
The Program
Political Science is the study of politics and government, the location and use of power in society, and quests for human betterment.
Admission Requirements
University of Alberta
Credits below = U of A credits. RDC credits may differ from U of A credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer credit information.
Refer to the University of Alberta Program Requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information.
Suggested Pattern Year 1
Suggested Pattern Year 2
University of Calgary
Credits below = U of C credits. RDC credits may differ from U of C credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer credit information.
Refer to the University of Calgary Program requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information.
Suggested Year 1 Pattern
Suggested Year 2 Pattern
University of Lethbridge
Credits below = U of L credits. RDC credits may differ from U of L credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer credit information.
Refer to the University of Lethbridge Program requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information.
Suggested Year 1 Pattern
Suggested Year 2 Pattern