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
What We Are Learning This Week with Dr. Rob Huebert
This week in POLI 685 Strategic Studies, in Dr. Huebert's class Students present core research findings. Papers have included the threat of extremism to Canadian society and international humanitarian...
In the Media
In the News: Jack Lucas, Political Science, CBC News
Nenshi bows out after 3 terms as Calgary mayor
In the News: Jack Lucas, Political Science, in Calgary Herald
How Nenshi's decision to bow out as mayor affects the 2021 civic election field
In the News: Lobat Sadrehashemi, Alumna, Political Science, in Markets Insider
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment to the Federal Court
In the News: Jack Lucas, Political Science, in CBC Calgary News
Nenshi bows out after 3 terms as Calgary mayor
Events
COVID-19 sees rise of maternal mental health difficulties
In wake of post-pandemic turmoil, symptoms of anxiety and depression nearly doubled in mothers.
Learn about the study by Psychology researchers Sheri Madigan and Nicole Racine.
