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Political Leadership Certificate

Trent University

Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

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Political Leadership Certificate is a certificate in Politics & International Relations programme offered by Trent University in Peterborough, Canada. Tuition for international students is CAD 26,626 per year.

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Politics & International Relations
International tuition: CAD 26,626 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: calendar.trentu.ca ·

Program details

Overview

Trent University's Certificate in Political Leadership lets students improve their knowledge of political leadership and receive formal recognition of their leadership proficiency and training for career advancement or further study. As a stand-alone credential it is open to applicants with the equivalent of Ontario Grade 12 or mature-student status; students already enrolled in an Honours or General degree in any subject may instead earn the certificate by completing 3.0 credits, including a course from POST 1001H or 1002H, POST 3850H and 4452H, and a further course from POST 2011H, 2012H, 3170H, 3605H, or 4081H. Students may graduate with only one of the Option in Leadership or the Certificate in Political Leadership. A Trent University transcript records all courses taken and grades received, and credits earned are transferable to the BA degree.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: As a stand-alone credential, the certificate is open to applicants with the equivalent of Ontario Grade 12 or mature-student status.

About Trent University

“Nunc cognosco ex parte”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Suburban
Founded: 1964
Students: 12,957
Programs: 119
Location: Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Political Leadership Certificate award?

Trent University awards a Certificate in the field of Politics & International Relations on completion of this programme.

How much does Political Leadership Certificate cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 26,626 per year.

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