Waterloo,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Political Science in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo
University of Waterloo
|
Waterloo Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
23,088
(c. USD16,602.3)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Master of Arts in Political Science is a cutting-edge, research-intensive program designed to equip students for diverse career opportunities in both public and private sectors. Alongside the standard curriculum, Waterloo's graduate students can participate in the co-op program, recognized as the largest of its kind globally. Learners will collaborate with distinguished scholars in Political Science who have earned national and international acclaim. This MA Program provides comprehensive education across key areas of the field, encompassing Canadian Politics, Comparative Politics, Gender and Politics, International Relations, Political Economy, Political Theory, and Public Policy. With the launch of our PhD Program in Fall 2022, MA candidates now benefit from an expanded range of professional development workshops, delivering thorough preparation for both scholarly and industry careers. The program offers flexibility with two completion pathways - the Major Research Paper or MA Thesis - enabling students to customize their projects according to individual goals and interests.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
An Honours Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Political Science with at least a 78% overall standing.
Statement of Research.
Students with an Honours BA in a related discipline will be considered for admission but may be required to complete further work in Political Science before proceeding. Students with a General Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science may be admitted to a qualifying program, and then apply for admission to the Master of Arts (MA) program after completion of that program.
Probationary students admitted to the program must achieve at least 75% in 2 predetermined courses in order to continue in the Winter term. Normally a student will not continue on probationary status for more than two terms.
Transitional students admitted are normally required to complete additional predetermined undergraduate or graduate courses and achieve at least a 75% average.
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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, normally from academic sources
Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
TOEFL 90 (writing 25, speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5).
Statement of Research.
Students with an Honours BA in a related discipline will be considered for admission but may be required to complete further work in Political Science before proceeding. Students with a General Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science may be admitted to a qualifying program, and then apply for admission to the Master of Arts (MA) program after completion of that program.
Probationary students admitted to the program must achieve at least 75% in 2 predetermined courses in order to continue in the Winter term. Normally a student will not continue on probationary status for more than two terms.
Transitional students admitted are normally required to complete additional predetermined undergraduate or graduate courses and achieve at least a 75% average.
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, normally from academic sources
Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
TOEFL 90 (writing 25, speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5).
Tuition
CAD
23,088