Calling all future leaders
The Faculty of Public and Global Affairs is unique in Canada, attracting future leaders who go on to work at the highest levels of government, diplomacy, journalism, economics, and much more. Our students learn from experts in their field and have the chance to pursue job placements within national and international organizations, as well as study abroad. With more than 80 specialized programs and a rich selection of 800 courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, there’s a path here for every passionate student eager to make a difference on a global scale.
How will you lead, connect, transform?
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Our Research
Collaborating across diverse schools, institutes, and departments, FPGA fosters innovative research and insights at the intersections of politics, policy, and public life.

Our Strategic Plan
This strategic plan provides a vision of where the Faculty of Public and Global Affairs will be in five years’ time and outlines a set of goals designed to get us there.

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FPGA News
What’s happening in the Faculty of Public and Global Affairs
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Stéfy McKnight hits the road on cross-country RV adventure to host workshops on surveillance and pleasure
Stéfy McKnight (Carleton’s Media Production and Design) and Julia Chan (University of Calgary) are hitting the road in an RV…
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Carleton journalism students are off to Japan to cover Expo 2025 in Osaka
Three Carleton journalism students will be in Japan this summer on an exciting adventure to work as interns at the…
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FPGA In the News | June 4
Why Did Trump Take Another Shot At Chrystia Freeland During The Oval Office Meeting With Carney?The Ottawa CitizenJeni Armstrong, Political…
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FPGA Researchers Win Achievement Awards
Professors Megan Gaucher and Laura Macdonald from Carleton’s Faculty of Public and Global Affairs received 2025 Research Achievement Awards for…
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