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
Providing evidence to support Indigenous midwifery
Research project aims to improve maternal child health in First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities
UCalgary teams up with community partners for sustainability podcast
Faculty of Social Work’s project explores green social work
Meet the exemplary educators who are this year's Teaching Awards recipients
The 10th year of the University of Calgary Teaching Awards honours recipients for their excellent contributions to teaching and learning
Human rights are fragile — yet critical to our future
Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now — Dec. 10 is UN Human Rights Day
$10,000 raised for International Relations program
The Calgary Consular Corps hosted a black-tie event to raise funds for UCalgary bursary program
Class of 2024: Meet the fall 2024 President’s Award recipients
Tanille Butler and Nicole Schmidt recognized for academic achievement, leadership and contributions to community
In the Media
In the News Melanee Thomas, Political Science, in Financial Post
Who is Canada’s middle class and why are they important to the election?
In the News Barry Cooper, Political Science, in CTV News
Premier plans post-election panel to gauge Albertans’ appetite for referendum
In the News Lisa Young, Political Science, in CBC News Calgary
Liberals drop Calgary candidate over failure to disclose 2005 stayed domestic assault charge
In the News Lisa Young, Political Science, in CBC News Calgary
At Florida gala, Danielle Smith tried to laugh off 51st state rhetoric. Here's what she said
In the News Melanee Thomas, Political Science, in Edmonton Journal
Former mayor taking on incumbent Conservative MP in Lethbridge riding
In the News Lisa Young, Political Science, in Edmonton Journal
Snap election has parties, candidates playing catch-up
ALCHEMY: Festival of Student Work
From bold new creations to the culmination of years of artistic development, experience an exciting range of dance, drama, music and interdisciplinary performances.
March 25–April 5
University Theatre, Rozsa Centre and more
