Overview

Choose Dalhousie University ’s Master of Arts in Political Science programme for personalized mentorship, interdisciplinary flexibility, and a collegial environment.

Benefit from extensive research opportunities, award-winning faculty, and strong connections with specialized institutions, all in the vibrant city of Halifax.

Possible careers include:

Consultant

Government Relations or Lobbyist

Policy analyst

Political advisor

Political Staff for members of cabinet

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Thesis: Pursue independent and original research guided by a supervisor to develop and defend your thesis.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods and Design

Advanced Seminar in Canadian Politics

International Relations Theory: Order, Conflict and Change

International Relations Theory: Cooperation, Institutions and Development

Approaches to Development

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 16 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

7

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Credits

18 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Halifax, Canada

Disciplines

Political Science View 44 other Masters in Political Science in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.7

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

A four year BA Bachelor’s degree (Honours BA is preferred)

Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.7 (A-) in the last 60 credit hours of study or last two years for international students. Degree granted by a University of recognized standing

Official TOEFL test score/ IELTS (unless medium of instruction has been in English for the past 2 years, a letter of attestation will be required) Where required, English proficiency as evidenced by internet based TOEFL score of 92, written TOEFL score of 580 or IELTS score of 7.0.

Official Transcripts (BA, Diplomas) – Electronic
Three Academic References - Electronic

Resume/CV

Sample of written work (generally 10-20 pages)

Statement of research interest (normally one page single-spaced)

Personal statement telling us about your background (normally one page single-spaced)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17325 CAD / year

≈ 17325 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

9559 CAD / year

≈ 9559 CAD / year

Additional Details

International fee includes:

Tuition: $9,558.99

International: $7,766.00

Living costs

Halifax

Canada

1235 - 1956 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Financial information

At Dalhousie, they want their students to focus on their studies, rather than worry about their personal finances. It offers competitive tuition rates and funding programmes to support graduate students in almost all of its degree programmes.

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