International Political Economy
Explore the interconnections between politics and economics in an era of intensifying globalization.
Trent’s International Political Economy program – one of the first of its kind in Canada – introduces students to global issues in wealth inequalities, civil unrest, trade agreements, and other challenges in geo-politics and global markets.
As a student in this program, you will learn how localized events have ripple effects on the global economy, and how global power structures influence those effects. This multidisciplinary degree can also be combined with one of several other academic disciplines at Trent as part of a joint major degree.
No matter your path, you will develop the acute analytical and critical thinking skills required for a variety of corporate, political, development, and advocacy careers, or future postgraduate studies.
Build a strong foundation for a broad range of career or postgraduate opportunities in one of the first International Political Economy programs offered in Canada.
- Lead a community-based project working with a local organization and gain hands-on experience with policy analysis, development, evaluation and research
- Develop first-hand perspectives and understanding of global issues by pursuing a year abroad in virtually any country around the world
- Gain work experience through the fourth-year public policy field placement, applying your skills working part-time for a nonprofit organization or government office
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Requirements
If you are coming straight from high school in Ontario or are a recent grad, the general admission requirements are:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
- A minimum 70% overall final average
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
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Students from across Canada can use their grades from their home province to apply to Trent.
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International students from outside Canada can apply based on the curriculum of their home country.
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Mature students can apply to Trent based on previous education and professional or volunteer experience.
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With many transfer agreements and flexible pathway options, Trent University makes it easy for students to make the most of the credits you have already earned.
Whether you're graduating from an Ontario high school, looking to study in Canada, or training for a second career, Trent has clear pathways for students to apply and be admitted to study at either of our campuses.
