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Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Political Science] From University of Alberta

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Bachelor of Arts [B.A] (Political Science)

STEM Course

4 years

Full Time

On Campus

Field of Study:

Arts,

Political Science,

Social Studies

₹19.6 L/Yr

CA$31,895 /Yr

BA in Political Science at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 4 years.
It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
The political science program is the study of power and governance.
Students can learn academic excellence, innovative problem-solving, and experiential learning opportunities beyond the classroom, such as Community Service-Learning and Arts Work Experience programs.
The program course includes many topics such as:
- Democracy
- Citizenship and Law
- Municipal
- Provincial and Federal Politics
- Politics of Gender and Health
- International Politics
This major program can also be taken as part of a BA Honors degree.
In this program, students will have the opportunity to learn from award-winning teachers and leading international researchers.
Through innovative teaching methods, such as participating in simulations and student-driven research projects, they will gain the necessary knowledge to apply to social problems in Canada and around the world.
The student-faculty ratio of this program is 9:1.
Student's studies will be enhanced by the rich insights that the nationally and internationally recognized faculty members bring to the classroom through unique insights drawn from their research and the advancement of human knowledge.
The Faculty of Arts boasts one of the most diverse Arts programs in Canada, offering top-quality educational opportunities that prepare students for successful careers in every sector of society.
Job opportunities after BA in Political Science are International work, Policy Analyst, etc and the average salary goes up to 44,000 USD.

Year	1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees	₹1958353 (CAD 31895)

Other Expenses

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Housing	₹663120 (CAD 10800)
Food	₹165780 (CAD 2700)
Total Cost	₹962138 (CAD 15670)
Health Insurance	₹59558 (CAD 970)
Books and supply	₹73680 (CAD 1200)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Students have to complete the English (Literature and Composition) language courses.
Students have to complete one course from the following subjects to get admission in this program:
- Fine Arts
- Humanities
- Languages other than English
- Math/Sciences
Students have to complete three-course from the following subjects to get admission in this program:
- Humanities
- Languages other than English
- Math/Sciences
Students should hold an English Language Proficiency test score.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

Complete International Baccalaureate (IB) or Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
Secured a minimum of 70% marks in one of these certificates: All India Senior School Certificate, Higher Secondary School Certificate, Intermediate Certificate, Indian School Certificate.
Completed grade 11 and grade 12 with 70% marks.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.

Scores Required

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

61 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

115 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo

Required Document List

Following are the required documents:

CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
Transcripts: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended in PDF format.
Reference Form/Letter: Three reference forms and letters of recommendation completed and uploaded by referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) directly to the online portal.
Three Letters of Reference: The online application system will notify the references and allow the student to upload their letters. Letters can be academic or business references.
Research Proposal: 2-5 page description of the proposed research project, outlining the relevant legal issues, preliminary arguments, and the proposed research methodology.
Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

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Career and Placement after Course

Following are the career opportunities for the students:

Communications
International work
Lawyer
Non-governmental organization (NGO) worker
Policy Analyst
Political Scientist
Public Relations Representative
Public Servant

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

Name	Scholarship Per Student	Level of Study	Type
Alberta Geomatics Group Scholarship	Scholarship per student₹ 23,209/Yr$378	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
India First Year Excellence Scholarship	Scholarship per student₹ 2.3 L/Yr$3,795	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
University of Alberta- India Centenary Scholarship	Scholarship per student₹ 8.7 L/Yr$14,165	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
Alberta Innovates Graduate Student Scholarship	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
University of Alberta Graduate Fellowship	Scholarship per student₹ 3.4 L/Yr$5,544	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
Debesh Kamal Scholarship	Scholarship per student₹ 85,039/Yr$1,385	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details