Honours Political Science Specialization in Global Citizenship
Geared towards shaping students for their roles as global citizens, this specialization dives into the challenges of contemporary politics in our interconnected world. Students will examine various perspectives to explore critical themes such as democracy, human rights, North-South relations in politics, economic justice, and human security.
While citizenship is traditionally viewed through a national lens, this specialized program challenges that notion. Instead, it critically evaluates the concept of ‘global citizenship’ in the context of political challenges. These challenges include refugee movements, global climate change, corporate responsibility, ethnic conflict, humanitarian interventions, global poverty, global citizenship and its role in international relations and advancements in communication technologies.
By the program’s conclusion, students will not only comprehend these contemporary political challenges and debates but will also acquire the skills to actively engage as global citizens. This prepares them for informed participation in global affairs and for potential careers in fields such as international relations, diplomacy, humanitarian work, environmental advocacy, and corporate social responsibility.
As a part of the program requirements, students are required to either (a) take a semester or two abroad or; (b) complete POLSCI 3WP3: Working in Politics.
If students decide to complete (a) and take a semester or two abroad, they have the opportunity to complete this requirement at one of our partner schools in the United Kingdom. Along with Universities/Law Schools in Birmingham, Liverpool, and Glasgow, students can apply for an (optional) Certified International Experience (CIE) at one of the partner universities in the UK. This option is not required, however, if students are interested in studying in the UK and/or law, this is a great opportunity.
Program Details
Typical Entry Term
Fall (September)
Program Options
Full-time or part-time
Program Length
Four years (full-time)
Program Format
Course-based
Expandable List
Enrolment in this program is limited and possession of the published minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Selection is based on academic achievement but requires, as a minimum, completion on any Level I program with a Grade Point average of at least a 5.0 including a grade of C or greater in POLSCI 1AB3 (or 1G06 A/B).
The Academic Calendar lists course requirements and minimum grade requirements for entry to and continuance in the Honours BA Political Science Specialization in Global Citizenship.
Sample Courses By Year (Not All Required)
Level I Courses
- POLSCI 1AA3 – Government, Politics, and Power
- POLSCI 1AB3 – Politics and Power in a Globalizing World
Level II Courses
- POLSCI 2I03 – Global Politics
- POLSCI 2J03 – Global Political Economy
- POLSCI 2O06 A/B – Political Theory
Level III Courses
- POLSCI 3NN3 – Statistical Analysis of Primary Data
- POLSCI 3LB3 – Globalization and the World Order
- POLSCI 3Y03 – Democratization and Human Rights
Level IV Courses
- POLSCI 4GC3 – Advanced Issues in Global Citizenship
- POLSCI 4CF3 – Canadian Foreign Policy
- POLSCI 4GG3 – Conceptual Issues in Global Politics
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Based on aggregated Social Sciences data from the Ontario University Graduate Survey from 2017-2021
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