Waterloo,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Global Governance - Multilateral Institutions and Diplomacy in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo
University of Waterloo
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Waterloo Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
23,088
(c. USD16,571.32)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
16 months
The University of Waterloo's MA in Global Governance program transcends traditional academic silos by integrating multiple fields such as economics, political science, history, sociology, and environmental studies. This 16-month program features two terms of coursework, followed by a third term dedicated to a Major Research Paper (MRP) on a student-selected global governance topic, and concludes with a fourth-term internship in government, private sector, research institutions, or NGOs. Exchange programs further enrich the student experience. Today's interconnected world presents multifaceted global challenges spanning peace and conflict resolution, humanitarian emergencies, economic disparities, and environmental transformations.
The Multilateral Institutions Research Cluster brings together scholars from diverse disciplines like Economics, Political Science, Environmental Studies, Communications, Cultural Studies, Education, and Health Sciences. This collaborative initiative organizes speaker series, facilitates research dialogues among faculty and students, and supports the broader mission of the School through knowledge exchange and institutional advancement.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
Successful completion of an Honours Degree in Political Science, Economics, History or a related field (including international, environmental or global studies undergraduate degrees) with an overall average of at least 78% in the final 20 courses.
Successful completion of at least one introductory course in economics at the university level before commencing the program.
Experienced professionals in the private or public sectors will be considered for admission, but additional course work may be required.
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Supplementary information form (SIF)
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Transcript(s)
Writing sample
References
Three references are required, at least two academic
Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
TOEFL 100 (writing 26, speaking 26), IELTS 7.5 (writing 7.0, speaking 7.0)
Successful completion of at least one introductory course in economics at the university level before commencing the program.
Experienced professionals in the private or public sectors will be considered for admission, but additional course work may be required.
Supervisors
Review the finding a supervisor resources
Resume
Supplementary information form (SIF)
The SIF contains questions specific to your program, typically about why you want to enrol and your experience in that field. Review the application documents web page for more information about this requirement
If a statement or letter is required by your program, review the writing your personal statement resources for helpful tips and tricks on completion
Transcript(s)
Writing sample
References
Three references are required, at least two academic
Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
TOEFL 100 (writing 26, speaking 26), IELTS 7.5 (writing 7.0, speaking 7.0)
Tuition
CAD
23,088