The Honours BA in History and Political Science from the University of Ottawa offers you a comprehensive exploration of the forces that shape societies and governance across time and around the globe. This undergraduate program is ideal for students driven by a curiosity about historical change, power dynamics, and the complexities of human interaction. You will delve into critical methodologies of historical inquiry and political analysis, preparing you to understand and interpret the intricate relationships between past events and contemporary challenges in areas like Canadian politics, international relations, and political thought.
This full-time, on-campus degree is structured over four years, providing you with a robust foundation in both disciplines. You will engage with compulsory courses such as "The Historian's Craft" and "Introduction to Political Science," alongside a wide array of optional courses allowing you to specialise in areas like comparative politics or political theory. Through rigorous coursework and analytical training, you will develop essential research, critical thinking, and communication skills. Graduates are well-prepared for diverse career paths in public service, law, journalism, policy analysis, and further academic study.