Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Students from across the global and political spectrum come to Cape Breton University for a chance to make a real impact in the world around them. When students study political science at Cape Breton University, they learn from more than books. Students are learning from a rich environment shaped by local, national and global politics.

Cape Breton University's accessible professors are highly qualified and dedicated professionals. Some are authors of respected books, journal articles and research studies. Others are engaged as leaders in local, national and international activities that shape political science education. Their goal is the same as students': to help them obtain an enhanced understanding of the subjects that will help pave their path to success.

The political science program at Cape Breton University responds to the issues of the time. Cape Breton University's Department of L‘nu, Political, and Social Studies offers a variety of courses in the fields of Canadian law, international law, social justice, public policy, public administration, international relations and political theory.

*Please note: Cape Breton is implementing a Tuition Deposit Policy. The Tuition Deposit Policy will take effect for all applicants starting with the January 2024 application. Students who receive an offer to study at Cape Breton University will be required to make a nonrefundable tuition deposit of a minimum of $2,500 to confirm their seat in the program. If a student does not confirm their seat, CBU cannot guarantee a spot will be available at registration time.