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BA/BS in Baccalauréat en science politique

Université du Québec à Chicoutimi

Saguenay, Quebec, Canada

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BA/BS in Baccalauréat en science politique is a bachelor's degree in Politics & International Relations programme offered by Université du Québec à Chicoutimi in Saguenay, Canada. The programme runs for 3 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 25,000 per year (CAD 3,118 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Politics & International Relations
Duration: 3 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 3,118 / year
International tuition: CAD 25,000 / 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: uqac.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This bachelor's degree in political science develops students' capacity to understand, analyze, and critique the public organization of power relationships within societies. The 90-credit program covers international relations, diplomacy, political regimes, and political ideas across regions, alongside the principles governing public power relations. Coursework examines political institutions, public policy, comparative politics, and international relations, building the analytical foundation for careers that require understanding of governance and power structures. The program is delivered on campus at UQAC's Saguenay location and admits students in the fall and winter terms. It is open to international applicants studying full-time, and both full-time and part-time study regimes are available, with graduates pursuing careers in public administration, diplomacy, international organizations, journalism, non-governmental organizations, and further graduate study.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants holding a Quebec DEC (Diplome d'etudes collegiales) are eligible for admission. Applicants with an appropriate diploma and prior knowledge in the humanities, obtained outside Quebec after at least 13 years of schooling, may be admitted with a minimum general average of 12/20. Applicants with at least 15 university-level credits and a cumulative average of at least 2.3/4.3 may also be admitted. Applicants may alternatively be admitted on the basis of demonstrated preparedness through portfolio review.

Application Details

Start Date: September and January

About Université du Québec à Chicoutimi

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1969
Students: 6,500
Programs: 181
Location: Saguenay, Quebec, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Baccalauréat en science politique award?

Université du Québec à Chicoutimi awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Politics & International Relations on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in Baccalauréat en science politique take?

The programme runs for 3 years.

How much does BA/BS in Baccalauréat en science politique cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 25,000 per year (CAD 3,118 per year for local students).

Can BA/BS in Baccalauréat en science politique be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Université du Québec à Chicoutimi.

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