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. Jennifer Leason renewed as Tier 2 Canada Research Chair
Renewed appointment recognizes her impact in Indigenous maternal-child wellness
David Garneau Wants You to Look Again
Books without words. Bubble-wrapped bison heads. Sunlight soap. In David Garneau’s latest exhibitions, everyday objects carry unsettling histories.
2026 Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholar
Graduate Student Spotlight
Rising Voices in Politics Gala
PSGSA Event
Comparing Canadian and Mexican history
Fulbright Scholar brings new perspective on North American nation‑building to UCalgary
Transdisciplinary Connector Grants Awarded
Faculty of Arts plays central leadership and collaboration roles across the UCalgary campus
In the Media
In the News Lisa Young, Political Science, in Swiss Info
What Canada could learn from Swiss federalism
In the News Jean-Christophe Boucher, Political Science, in National Post
'Realistic' chance that SCC ruling on Bill 21 inspires violent extremist rhetoric: intelligence assessment
In the News Ian Brodie, Political Science, in Associated Press
Carney vows a better Canada after Alberta plans a vote on seeking independence
In the News Anthony Sayers and David Stewart on CBC Podcasts
West of Centre: Primordial politics
In the News Lisa Young, Political Science, in CBC News
What will Mark Carney's role be in the Alberta referendum?
In the News Lisa Young, Political Science, in CBC News
Majority of Albertans would vote to stay in Canada, find Smith's handling poor: poll
Campfire Chats: A Celebration of Indigenous Music and Culture
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with an evening of music, storytelling and culture featuring the Blackfoot Confederacy Drum Group, Drezus, Fawn Wood and Siibii.
June, 20, 2026 | 3-5 p.m.
Heritage Park
