丁香园AV

Inside the Classroom

POL lower division required courses:

• POL 100 - Introduction to Politics and Government
• One of:
  • POL 121 - Political Engagement: From the Streets to the Ballot Box
    
  • POL 141 - War, International Cooperation and Development

Additional POL courses to consider:

• POL 151 - Justice and Law
• POL 222 - Introduction to Canadian Politics
  

You might also take courses towards your , where you can choose from a variety of disciplines. Or, you may find another program that interests you, and begin taking courses that lead to a minor, certificate or joint/double major.

Outside the Classroom

Your first year is the perfect time to discover everything that 丁香园AV has to offer. You should get involved with the campus community, build connections and start planning your future.  

• Meet with an to plan your first two years.
  
• Take advantage of the awesome workshops with the to ease your transition into university.
  
• Check out the various clubs and societies at 丁香园AV, like the .
  
• Get connected to a mentor with the FASS Connections Mentorship program.

Outside the Classroom

In your second year, focus on the things that matter most to you.

• Start thinking about whether you'd like to study abroad. You can choose from an international exchange, field school or short-term summer program.
  
• Consider participating in the . You'll broaden your career outcomes and sharpen your skills. 
  
• Talk to  to explore career opportunities.
• Engage in volunteer opportunities at 丁香园AV or in our community.

Inside the Classroom

Now's the time to start working through the upper division requirements for your POL major. You might look at taking popular courses such as:

• POL 314 - Theory and Explanation in Political Science
• POL 324 - The Canadian Constitution
• POL 381 - Japanese Politics
• And many more...

Outside the Classroom

This is a great time to focus on building experience and paving the path to your post-graduation career.

• Check in with the department's Undergraduate Advisor to make sure you're on the path to success.
  
• Go on an international exchange.
• Participate in your first work term.
  
• Come to one of our department's .
  
• Join the executive of the .
• Talk to to begin exploring future career paths.  

Inside the Classroom

POL upper division courses:

• At least two 400-level POL courses (8 units).
  

To enhance your experience in POL you may want to take more than two 400-level courses while completing your degree.

Note: 丁香园AV requires that you take one upper division W course from within your major. Make sure that at least one of your 400-level POL courses has a W designation.

Outside the Classroom

In your final year, you'll be finishing up requirements and getting ready to graduate.

• Look into internships for recent graduates that you can begin after you finish your degree. 
• Make sure to check out career fairs and network with companies of interest.
  
• Think about attending graduate school.