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Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies Mount Saint Vincent University Mount Saint Vincent University, Canada

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CAD 20000

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 80

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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86

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Political Studies looks at socio-political change, conflict and governance at all levels of society, from the local to the global stage. Political ideas and values mold our society and shape the way we see and think. Political Studies helps you understand why governments make the decisions they do, teaches you to critically evaluate these decisions and allows you to be an informed, active citizen.

Students are also provided with tools essential to creating and implementing policy change. As a Political Studies student, you’ll educate yourself in how political systems work, look at the sources of local, national and international conflict and grapple with current issues in political life. As an example, take a look at some of the work our students have done in the POLS 3310 – American Politics in the Age of Trump – course:

  • Pre-Election Predictions Blog POLS 3310 (PDF)
  • Presidential Election Results overview POLS 3310 (PDF)
  • Elections Post-mortem blog POLS 3310 (PDF)

In our program, we emphasize three important areas of the discipline of political science: Canadian politics (both national and regional), political thought (both classical and contemporary) and international affairs. We encourage our students to sample from all these areas, to help them understand the political significance of globalization.

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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Jan 2024, May 2024, Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 86 - With no score less than - 21
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 59 - With no score less than - 54

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma with a minimum 60% with no Subjects below  50%:
    • English (or Language) is Mandatory with 4 other subjects

6.5 IELTS Score
86 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
59 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

20000

Tuition Fee
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CAD 80

Application Fee
(CAD)

11000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

Mount Saint Vincent University Scholarships - September 2025 Intake

Mount Saint Vincent University is pleased to offer approximately $3 million in scholarships and financial aid annually to deserving students.


Available Scholarships:


1. Presidential Scholarship

  • Full-ride scholarship
  • Guaranteed with 80%+ average


2. Leadership Award

  • Free residence room in first year
  • For students demonstrating exceptional leadership and involvement


3. In-Course Scholarships

  • Range: $2,800 - $32,000 over four years
  • Eligibility: 80% or higher average


Application Requirements:

  • Submit applications by March 15th
  • Maintain an average of 80% or higher


Eligibility Criteria: Available to students entering the September 2025 intake

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