81 Master's degrees offered by the university

The M.A. in Philosophy at Carleton University is a public programme delivered over two years. This master level course offers a supportive environment for advanced research and coursework. Students engage in deep intellectual inquiry through a full-time study mode, focusing on contemporary literature and original scholarship.

The Master of Political Management at Carleton University is a professional one-year full-time or two-year part-time programme. This public study mode degree prepares students for leadership in government relations and communications. Based in Ottawa, it offers intensive training for careers in political offices and NGOs.

The Biomedical Engineering M.ASc. at Carleton University is a two-year, public programme designed for advanced technical mastery. Students can choose between coursework, research projects, or thesis pathways. This multi-disciplinary course offers full-time study modes focused on solving complex biological and medical challenges.

The Human-Computer Interaction M.Sc. at Carleton University is a two-year, full-time programme delivered in a public study mode. This interdisciplinary course focuses on the design and evaluation of interactive systems, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds in design, engineering, and social sciences to excel.

The M.Arch. Architecture at Carleton University is a professional, accredited programme available in two-year or three-year streams. This public study mode course provides a creative foundation in design and theory. Students develop innovative skills over a flexible duration tailored to their previous academic background.

The M.A. in European, Russian and Eurasian Studies at Carleton University is a two-year, full-time programme. This public degree offers advanced research pathways, including a thesis or research project. Students benefit from expert instruction and experiential learning opportunities in the heart of Canada’s capital.

The Legal Studies M.A. at Carleton University is a two-year, full-time programme exploring law and social transformation. This interdisciplinary course examines regulation, citizenship, and legal challenges. Students benefit from a public study mode and a location near Canada's supreme legal institutions in the capital.

The Public History M.A. at Carleton University is a two-year, full-time programme designed for historians working in the public sphere. This professional course combines advanced historical theory with practical internships, allowing students to engage with community partners and national cultural institutions in Ottawa.

The Master of Architectural Studies at Carleton University is a two-year, public programme designed for advanced academic research. This M.Sc. level degree focuses on multidisciplinary scholarship and theoretical innovation. It offers a non-accredited pathway for students to pursue in-depth investigations into design.

The Anthropology programme at Carleton University is a two-year Master of Arts degree delivered through a public study mode. This advanced curriculum explores social relationships and cultural practices across global contexts, offering students diverse pathways including coursework, research projects, or a formal thesis.

The Migration and Diaspora Studies programme at Carleton University is an interdisciplinary Master of Arts degree. This full-time course explores the social and political impacts of human movement. Students benefit from expert faculty and experiential learning options during their studies at this leading public institution.

The Shanghai Business Administration programme at Carleton University is a Master level course delivered in a public study mode. This 18-24 month degree provides an executive format for professionals to earn a Canadian qualification while working. It focuses on high-level management tools and modern business practices.

The Finance programme at Carleton University is a professional master degree designed for global careers. Spanning 16 to 24 months, this public study mode course emphasises data analysis and investment management. Students benefit from a mandatory internship and a curriculum aligned with international professional standards.

The Electrical and Computer Engineering programme at Carleton University is a versatile master level course. Students can choose between the M.Sc. or M.Eng. degree type, with durations of one to two years. This public study mode offers pathways in research or coursework, focusing on advanced engineering systems.

This program is offered through the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering which combines the research strengths and resources of Carleton University and the University of Ottawa. 

Carleton University’s Master of Engineering Practice (EP) is a full-time, course-based graduate program designed to advance technical engineering knowledge and strengthen professional skills. With a focus on internationally trained engineers, EP builds on prior academic experience while supporting a successful transition into engineering careers.

Management at Carleton University focus is applied research about complex management problems in a rapidly changing and globally oriented environment. 

Human Rights and Social Justice at Carleton University emphasizes social justice frameworks born out of anti-colonial, decolonial, anti-racist, transnational, and community-based knowledge processes and practices in the context of graduate studies.

Biotechnology at Carleton University  is a professional graduate program that focuses on the science, communication, business strategies, entrepreneurship, and regulatory considerations associated with biotechnology. 

The Computer Science MCS degree is a joint program offered by the School of Computer Science (SCS) at Carleton University and the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Ottawa under the auspices of the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Computer Science(OCICS).