At University of New Brunswick in Fredericton, Canada, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science is offered as a bachelor's degree in Politics & International Relations programme. The programme is delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 20,903 per year (CAD 9,189 per year for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Bachelor's Degree
Field:Politics & International Relations
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 9,189 / year
International tuition: CAD 20,903 / year
Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
This program covers the study of power in relationships, ranging from individual behaviour to the operations of governments and international institutions, using both empirical analysis and philosophical inquiry. The credential is a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, delivered on the Fredericton campus. The program page references internship opportunities, local volunteer placements, and an international exchange option for students focused on international relations or comparative politics. The program suits students interested in current political debates and the analysis of political systems and outcomes, and it is presented as developing critical thinking and communication skills. Career paths referenced include public policy analyst, politician, political aide, and communications officer. Students move through coursework spanning political theory, institutions, and comparative and international politics, with the option to add practical experience through internships, volunteer work, or exchange study rather than a mandatory placement, giving students flexibility in how they combine classroom study with applied political experience.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:65.00 / %
Admission Requirements: This programme page defers to UNB's admission requirements tool rather than listing courses itself; for direct entry from a New Brunswick high school the Bachelor of Arts with a major in Political Science requires English 122 at a minimum of 60%, four further Group 1 electives, and one elective from Group 1, 2 or 3, for a minimum admission average of 65%. International applicants follow the same course and average requirements; those with prior post-secondary study outside Canada or the United States must submit a WES ICAP course-by-course evaluation. Because this is one of UNB's higher-bar programmes, international applicants must meet a stricter English-language requirement unless exempt: IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 100 (pre-2026) or 5.0 overall (Jan 2026+), CAEL 80, Pearson PTE 68, Cambridge English 190, or Duolingo 130. Meeting the minimum average does not guarantee admission.
Application Details
Application Deadline:Domestic and international applicants apply through UNB's own application portal by the same published dates: for Fall 2027 entry the general deadline is 31 March 2027, and for Winter 2027 entry it is 15 November 2026, with undergraduate scholarship applications due 1 March 2027. UNB continues to accept applications after these dates while seats remain in the program, so admission is effectively rolling once the deadline passes. UNB publishes no international-specific deadline distinct from these dates. Limited-enrolment programmes close earlier: the Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Education (Fredericton) close 1 December 2026, and the Bachelor of Nursing closes 15 February 2027. These are institution-wide dates; this programme publishes no deadline of its own.
