MA in Political Science [Research Paper] in Ottawa Canada | University of Ottawa

University of Ottawa | Ottawa Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 29,446
(c. USD21,134.75)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

The School of Political Studies provides advanced degree programs including a Graduate Diploma in Public Management and Governance, along with Master of Arts (MA) and PhD degrees in Political Science. The MA program accommodates both full-time and part-time students, while the PhD is exclusively full-time. All programs are available in French and English.

For the MA, students can choose among three pathways: thesis-based, research paper-based, or a research paper with cooperative education option.

Additionally, the graduate program features a Microprogram in Survey Research and Public Opinion designed for working professionals. Current MA or PhD candidates in Political Science or Public Administration may elect to complete this microprogram, with earned credits applying toward their degree requirements (Public Administration students require approval from their program supervisor). Successful microprogram completion will be noted on official transcripts.


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Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

The following are minimum requirements for admission to the master’s program. Meeting these minimal requirements alone does not guarantee acceptance. The School of Political Studies also takes into account the number of places available and the student’s aptitude for higher level research. Students who have a BA with honours in Political Science or its equivalent with a minimum average of 70 % (B), calculated in accordance with graduate studies guidelines, may be admitted directly to the MA program. Students who do not have a BA with honours in Political Science, but who have a BA with a minor in Political Science or a BA in a related discipline, and a minimum average of 75% (B +), may be accepted for a qualifying year, the content of which will be decided in consultation with the director of graduate studies in the political science. An active knowledge of French or English is essential. All students admitted will have to take at least one of their courses in French, and all students must be capable of reading texts in English and French. Candidates must indicate in their application the language in which they plan to take the majority of their courses. Those students who plan to study mainly in English will have to demonstrate in their application an active knowledge of English. All students whose first language is other than English or French must provide proof in their application of their level of competence in both languages. The School of Political Studies reserves the right to require a language test for either language. TOEFL 580 / IELTS Overall 6.5 - Individual 6.0 (Paper-based) TOEFL 92-93/IELTS 6.5 overall – Individual 6.0 (Internet-based) IELTS Overall 6.5 - Individual 6.0 (Paper-based) IELTS Overall 6.5 - Individual 6.0 (Internet-based)

Tuition CAD 29,446

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