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Bachelor of Arts Major in Political Science

Study Politics through the lens of power, and examine the processes, ideas and institutions through which power circulates and affects society.

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The Bachelor of Arts, Political Science Major is a 120-credit online degree program. You must complete at least 30 credits through Athabasca University.

All courses are individualized study, allowing you to complete the coursework at your own pace. You can finish this program in as little as 4 years of full-time study or work at your own pace and take as long as you need. There is no time limit for completion.

You also have the option of taking Political Science as a minor.

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Dr. Alexa DeGagne

Associate Professor, Women's and Gender Studies

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Dr. Davina Bhandar

Assistant Professor

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Jeff Potkins

Distance Learning Instructor

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Dr. Kristin Rodier

Assistant Professor of Philosophy

  • E-mail: krodier@athabascau.ca
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Mark Crawford

Associate Professor

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Maya Seshia

Individualized-Study Tutor

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Mona Brash

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Myra J Tait

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Dr. Nisha Nath

Assistant Professor, Equity Studies

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