Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and Governance with Subsidiary (Honours)

St. Francis Xavier University

Public policy and governance systems shape our everyday lives in profound ways. Complex societal problems require good governance and the development of effective policies. Often, this involves close collaboration between a wide array of actors inside and outside of government. But how do these actors work together How do they identify problems, create solutions, and implement and evaluate policies The Public Policy and Governance program explores these critical questions and provides students with the analytical frameworks, tools, and skills required to solve these problems across a broad spectrum of careers.An applied and focused undergraduate degree, the StFX Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and Governance (PGOV) is one of the few of its kind in Canada. It’s also one of the country’s best-funded undergraduate programs, offering support to over 200 students – amounting to over 660,000 per year.PGOV students enjoy small class sizes and the opportunity to get to know their professors and their peers. Here, you will develop the ability to bridge ideological or values-based divides to find common ground and work together towards practical solutions.StFX is also home to the Brian Mulroney Institute of Government, one of the few institutes dedicated to the study of public policy and governance at the undergraduate level. Named for Canada’s 18th prime minister (and StFX alumnus), the Institute brings together some of Canada’s top scholars and thinkers. PGOV students study in beautiful Mulroney Hall, a stunning new venue located in the heart of the StFX campus. Take a virtual tour.This degree requires students to complete 48 credits of core and designated courses in Public Policy and Governance as well as 24 credits in a subsidiary subject of your choice. This option offers the most in-depth experience in the PGOV program, as well as preferential funding for the fourth-year internship.Please note that students currently in first year (starting in September 2022 or January 2023) who decide to complete the Honours with Subsidiary in Public Policy and Governance must take PGOV 303 (Research Methods in Public Policy and Governance / Quantitative Research Methods) and PGOV 304 (Research Design). Students completing the Honours with Subsidiary who are currently in 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year must complete PGOV 303 or 304.