Our Undergraduate Programs
Want to make a difference in the world? Start with a degree from Carleton’s one-of-a-kind Faculty of Public and Global Affairs, located in Canada’s capital city of Ottawa.
African Studies
Africa is the most diverse continent. Carleton’s African Studies program covers histories, cultures, languages, politics, and economics, linking Africa globally through aid, trade, and migration. Explore Africa in depth.
Communication and Media Studies
For over forty years, Carleton University’s Communication and Media Studies program has trained informed, effective communicators who work in virtually every sector of the economy.
Criminology and Criminal Justice
Criminology and Criminal Justice explores crime, punishment, policing, and justice innovation. It aims to create a just society and prepares students to be thoughtful, engaged, and employable community members.
Economics
Economics is relevant to almost every aspect of our lives. At its core, the Bachelor of Economics (BEcon) is the study of decision-making in the face of scarce resources and competing interests.
European and Russian Studies
The EURUS program offers an interdisciplinary look at Europe, Russia, and Eurasia. Customize your focus with history, politics, economics, and culture, exploring security, nationalism, and global issues.
Global and International Studies
The Bachelor of Global and International Studies (BGInS) examines the world through many diverse subject areas and perspectives, providing a foundation for understanding and analyzing global and international issues.
Journalism
Our renowned Bachelor of Journalism (BJ) program has produced top journalists in Canada and globally. Graduates also use their journalism and storytelling skills in diverse, rewarding careers beyond media.
Journalism and Humanities
Dive into world culture and history, studying subjects such as art history, classics, literature and philosophy while studying journalism.
Law (BA)
Explore law’s dynamics in social, economic, and political contexts with award-winning professors. Study legal rules, institutions, and power, while developing research, interdisciplinary, and theoretical skills.
Media Production and Design
Harness your creativity to craft impactful digital stories with our Bachelor of Media Production and Design (BMPD). Learn to use narrative tools to create meaningful content for a more informed society.
Political Science
Explore global and domestic issues like conflict, diplomacy, populism, climate change, and migration. Study international relations, political philosophy, and public policy while enhancing your skills.
Public Affairs and Policy Management
Public policies affect every aspect of our lives. The decisions that governments make (or do not make) affect our capacity to respond to challenges like the climate crisis, inequality and racial injustice.
Social Work
Vision, energy, and a commitment to social justice are key for social workers. Our Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) will prepare you for the challenges of this dynamic field.