DEPARTMENT of ANTHROPOLOGY, ECONOMICS & POLITICAL SCIENCE
Political Science MINOR
Politics are an important part of our everyday lives. In this minor, you learn about the political process, including how government decisions and policies are made.
In a political science minor, you learn how humans organize their societies and make collective decisions. You also study political issues in the contemporary world, develop independent analytical ability and learn the basic concepts for conducting intelligent political analysis. This minor is a good fit if you are interested in a career in diplomatic or international relations or any level of government and public administration.
Program of study
This minor is open to students in the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Science. Courses for your minor are only one component of the degree requirements you need to graduate. To see all courses required for the minor, check the program of study in the academic calendar.
Requirements can change from year to year. You will follow the program of study outlined in MacEwan University’s Academic Calendar for the year you declare your major/minor or the year you are accepted into an Honours program.
Academic advisors in the Faculty of Arts and Science have prepared resources to help you understand how your major/minor fits within overall degree coursework. Consult the academic planning information to choose and enrol in courses and complete the major/minor declaration process.