Department of Political Science
Programs
Undergraduate
We offer expert instruction across all aspects of political science. From Africa to the Arctic, global peace to local genocide. Ideas of freedom to ideas of slavery, protest movements to political parties
Programs
International Relations
Focus on cross-border interactions between various groups in the world. Learn how those interactions affect people, states, regions and the global community.
Programs
Graduate
We are small enough to know our students and large enough to provide a comprehensive, top-notch education. Our graduate students become leaders in academic, public and private sector careers.
Research
We are a vibrant community of researchers in both the traditional fields of the discipline as well as in innovative research clusters. We invite you to explore our exciting research activities.
News and Announcements
Dr. Malinda S. Smith awarded the Bahamas' Order of Distinction
UCalgary professor and associate vice-president (research) recognized for her leadership and international influence
Study Chile's Road from Dictatorship to Democracy, on Location in Santiago
A two-week Global Classroom this spring, led by Drs. Pablo Policzer and Noam Titelman, is open to undergraduates from all faculties.
Research centres Métis voices in understanding health and well-being
Métis-guided research explores the connections between identity, culture, spirituality and health
New faculty for fall 2026
The Faculty of Arts welcomes 12 new members this semester
2026 Faculty of Arts rank professor promotions
Congratulations to the faculty members who have achieved this next step in their career
June 2026 Transdisciplinary Connector Grants Awarded
Researchers from the Faculty of Arts play central leadership and collaboration roles in transdisciplinary projects
In the Media
In the News Lisa Young, Political Science, in Canadian Press
Alberta Premier Smith tells UCP separatists to toe pro-Canada line or find new party
In the News Lisa Young, Political Science, in Bloomberg
Alberta’s Separatists Appear Set for Defeat But Vow to Fight On
In the News Melanee Thomas, Political Science, in CTV News
‘Her leadership is in question’: Separatists vow to remove Danielle Smith as UCP leader, but referendum results may provide ‘breathing space’
In the News Melanee Thomas, Political Science, in AFP Fact Check
Higher turnout for Alberta independence question is not evidence of fraud
In the News Ian Brodie, Political Science, in Associated Press
Alberta voters overwhelmingly reject separation process in a victory for Carney
In the News Lisa Young, Political Science, in CBC Kids News
WATCH — Here’s how life could change in a province that separates from Canada
Dark Global Skies – and a Nordic Silver Lining
Join Kim Christian Schrøder, professor at Roskilde University in Denmark, for a public lecture exploring declining trust in news media, misinformation and changing news consumption, with insights from Nordic countries.
Nov. 4 | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
