Policy Studies: Bachelor of Arts Major
Description
The Bachelor of Arts, Major in Policy Studies (“POST”) is an interdisciplinary applied degree that integrates concepts from economics, environmental protection, philosophy, political science and psychology. You will learn how policy can be used to achieve sustainability goals and apply your skills to community projects with partners such as the City of Surrey.
Students are encouraged to complete a complementary minor such as economics, geography or political science in addition to the major in Policy Studies. Please meet with an Arts Degree Advisor to talk about what courses fit your interests to complete your Bachelor’s degree.
Admission Requirements
Students pursuing a major in Policy Studies must be admitted to the Faculty of Arts.
Declaration Requirements
Students intending to graduate with this Faculty of Arts Bachelor’s degree must declare the credential by the time they complete 60 credits of undergraduate coursework. At the time of declaration, the student must satisfy all of the following requirements:
- In good academic standing with the University
- Completion of a minimum of 18 credits of undergraduate coursework, including the following with a minimum grade of “C”:
- 3 credits of ENGL at the 1100 level or higher
- 6 credits at the 1100 level or higher in the Major area
Curricular Requirements
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree must complete all requirements in the Bachelor of Arts Framework in addition to their major or minor program requirements.
Policy Studies Major
The degree is designed around several core courses and two applied seminars.
Each of the required core courses presents key elements of policy analysis from the perspective of one of the main disciplines. You will develop strong analytical, writing and critical thinking skills while gaining a deep understanding of the complex sustainability issues facing society today.
In the applied seminars, taught by professional practitioners, you will apply your research and analysis skills to develop solutions for real issues faced by a community partner.
The Policy Studies Major requires completion of fifty-five (55) area-specific credits, including thirty-one (31) lower division credits and twenty-four (24) upper division credits. The following are to be completed for the Bachelor of Arts, Major in Policy Studies program:
1100 and 2000 Level
All of the following are required: |
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ECON 1150 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 credits | |
ECON 1250 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 credits | |
ENVI 1121 | Environmental Issues | 3 credits | |
Any 6 credits of PHIL at the 1100- or 2000-level | 6 credits | ||
Any 6 credits of POLI at the 1100- or 2000-level | 6 credits | ||
POST 1100 or PHIL 1111 |
Sustainability: Analysis and Ethics | 3 credits | |
POST 2100 or POLI 2100 |
Sustainability and Government | 3 credits | |
COOP 1101 | Job Search Techniques | 1 credit | |
And one of: |
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AGRI 2230 | Sustainable Human Economy | 3 credits | |
ECON 2260 | Environmental Economics | 3 credits |
3000 and 4000 Level
All of: |
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POST 3100 or ECON 3100 |
Economics of Sustainability Policy | 3 credits | |
POST 4110 or POLI 4110 |
Advanced Applied Policy Seminar | 3 credits | |
POST 4150 or PSYC 4150 |
Psychology and Sustainability: Attitudes and Behaviour | 3 credits | |
CMNS 3100 | Technical Report Writing | 3 credits | |
And one of: |
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POST 3110 | Applied Policy Seminar I | 3 credits | |
GEOG 3220 | Urban Politics and Planning | 3 credits | |
And one of: |
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PHIL 3118 | Ethics and Public Policy | 3 credits | |
PHIL 4117 | Topics in Social and Political Philosophy | 3 credits | |
And one of: |
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POLI 3500 | Public Debates in Politics | 3 credits | |
POLI 4420 | Issues in Public Policy and Administration | 3 credits | |
And one of: |
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ENVI 3112 | Environment and Society | 3 credits | |
ENVI 3212 | The Urban Environment | 3 credits | |
AGRI 4298
or POST 4298 |
World Trends in Agriculture | 3 credits |
Credential Awarded
Upon successful completion of the major program students are eligible to receive a Bachelor of Arts. Transcripts will indicate a Major in Policy Studies.
At a Glance
Faculty of Arts
Policy Studies
Program Type:
- Undergraduate
Credential Granted:
- Baccalaureate Degree
Offered At:
- Langley
- Richmond
- Surrey
Start Date(s):
- September
Intake Type:
- Open intake
Format:
- Full-time
- Part-time
Minimum Credits Required:
- 120
Instructional Cycle:
- Semester-based
Curriculum Effective Date:
- 01-Sep-2011