Bachelors of Public Affairs and Policy Management in Communication and Policy Studies, Concentration in Communication Technologies and Regulation (Co-op)

at Carleton University Canada

Acquire the knowledge necessary for an engagement with the critical dimensions of global politics. This specialization takes a problem-focused and applied approach to the study of global political issues such as economic relations and the gap between rich and poor, democracy and its economic and political benefits, human rights and the different emphasis placed upon rights by different societies, war and peace, ethnic conflicts around the world, and the politics of the environment. You will gain the skills and experience necessary to better understand and engage in the myriad of arenas in which global politics takes place, including the United Nations, development banks, civil society organizations, refugee organizations, international NGOs and others.

Learn to efficiently and effectively develop reliable and secure software. You will focus on methodologies and techniques for the design, implementation, and validation of large-scale cost-effective software systems.

Psychologists study the mechanisms that underlie our thoughts, emotions and behaviours. They examine a diverse range of topics, such as how we think and learn, how we interact with others and how we can promote healthy development and wellness. This is accomplished by conducting research so that the knowledge gained can help us to better understand the human mind, enhance well-being and performance, and generate additional research questions.

Modern biology in the postgenomic age is being greatly enriched by the infusion of ideas from computer science, information science, mathematics, systems research and statistics. Bioinformatics taps into the vast datasets accumulating in the life sciences, combining techniques from informatics and computer science to solve biological problems such as gene identification, drug interactions and protein structure, the answers to which will be at the forefront of the application of personalized medicine. At Carleton, you will take courses in several areas including bioinformatics, biology, biochemistry and computer science.

Greek and Roman Studies (Classics) give a brilliant chance to find out about the antiquated foundations of human advancement and to watch the effect that the old world had on later periods. The program inspects the writing, language, history, theory, folklore, religion, social and financial life, innovation, craftsmanship, engineering and archaeology of the old world, encircled by the effect on the Mediterranean bowl of the city-conditions of Greece and the Roman Republic and Empire. 

Not with standing finding out about the historical backdrop of human advancements that have had a permanent effect on the cutting edge world, you will have the chance to get familiar with the old Greek and Latin dialects, to contemplate antiquated writing in the first dialects or in interpretation, and to profit by the ability of Carleton researchers who have a rich assortment of premiums and regions of claim to fame. The program is characteristically interdisciplinary: the investigation of Classics gives balanced training, creating graduates who can reason, contend, and convey-basic abilities for any field. A minor in Archeology is additionally accessible.

The impact of open strategy is inescapable in our general public. It influences the nature of the air we inhale and the water we drink. It influences flourishing and the degree of destitution, just as our entrance to training and medicinal consideration. It shapes the effect and pace of mechanical change. It decides the obligations and forces of our authorities at home and abroad. It impacts the pace of mechanical change, the span and useful importance of our rights, and the degree of destitution. As an understudy in the Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management program (BPAPM), you will analyze a wide assortment of issues confronting society today, just as institutional difficulties, and build up the fundamental abilities and information to address them. 

With a normal of B or better after first year, you can apply for an understudy trade. This includes burning through a couple of terms concentrating open undertakings at one of Carleton's accomplice foundations around the globe. Ottawa gives an unmatched scope of viable strategy related center open doors with legislative and nongovernmental associations. Our understudies additionally approach a wide scope of entry level positions, incorporating global situations in areas, for example, Peru, China, and Ghana. 

Carleton is outstanding for its instructing and research qualities in the zone of open undertakings. Teachers and administrators in the BPAPM program originate from over the Faculty of Public Affairs at Carleton, bringing profundity and expansiveness of learning and experience to the study hall. Many consolidate their scholarly skill in open undertakings with hands-on comprehension, having filled in as referees, writers, senior counsels or observers on various national and universal approach issues.

Co-op Opportunities
With an average of B+ or better after first year, you can participate in the Co-operative Education option within the BPAPM. This involves completing three four-month paid work terms with public, private or third sector organizations involved in public affairs. Although they extend the duration of your degree program, these work terms enable you to apply what you study, gain practical experience and establish professional contacts.

The Institute of European, Russian and Eurasian Studies (EURUS) offers a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to the study of Europe, Russia and Eurasia. You will be able to build a program according to your specific interests, combining subjects such as history, politics, economics, language and culture. You will examine issues such as international security, nationalism and ethnic conflict, crime and corruption, the effects of globalization, migration and multiculturalism, environmental and social policy, democratization and civil society, collective memory and national identity, market reform and European integration. In your third or fourth year, you may choose to take part in an academic exchange in a European country or in Russia and/or co-op employment. In addition to the core academic program, the Institute hosts a number of special lectures by high-profile experts, foreign visitors and embassy personnel throughout the year. An internship program is available to qualified fourth-year students.

At Carleton University's Sprott School of Business, you will have exceptional opportunities to explore your interests and engage with key issues that are shaping business and communities. Sprott is a close-knit and inclusive community that offers a rich student experience and outstanding support, empowering students to find success and have a positive impact in the world.

Sprott’s Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) is a four-year business degree that delivers a complete business education with options to tailor your program to your individual interests and goals, including co-op.

Management - Concentration
Develop employer-valued skills and experience in managing and understanding people and their work relationships at individual, group and organizational levels. Prepare for careers in general management, management consulting, training and development, employee relations and strategic human resources.

Computer Mathematics provides you with a background in computer-related mathematical ideas, plus a strong foundation in computer science. If you want to pursue a career in government, industry, management, or systems analysis, this may be the program for you.

Carleton’s Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) is a four-year Honours degree that places strong emphasis on the interactions between people and their environments.

The BSW program combines a liberal arts education with professional social work education. In your first year, you will take a range of courses outside of social work and two social work courses that will introduce you to the profession of social work and the programs and policies of the state.