MA in Public Administration [Thesis] in Ottawa Canada | University of Ottawa

The School of Political Studies within the Faculty of Social Science provides graduate-level education, awarding Master of Arts (MA) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees in Public Administration.

The master's programs focus on delivering cutting-edge theoretical and conceptual frameworks, helping students comprehend and evaluate public administration while preparing them with practical expertise for dynamic organizational settings. A strong emphasis is placed on cultivating research capabilities.

The MA curriculum introduces students to essential knowledge production techniques while enhancing their foundational and applied research skills. Additionally, they gain the ability to derive actionable insights from research to fulfill their roles as public administrators and policy experts.

The PhD program trains students for academic and research-oriented professions. Each doctoral component—courses, comprehensive exams, thesis proposal, dissertation, and defense—is structured to foster advanced independent research skills in social sciences.

These programs specialize in two interconnected public administration fields: public management and public policy, representing the core pillars of the discipline.

While the MA program accommodates both full- and part-time enrollment, the PhD is exclusively full-time. Instruction is available in French and English, with bilingual participation encouraged. Students may opt for either a thesis-based or research paper master's track.