Overview

Our expertise includes: conflict resolution and security, terrorism and intelligence, international trade and finance, international governance and development. NPSIA from Carleton University is the only Canadian full member of the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs, which is committed to preparing students for the global workplace of the 21st century.

Capital Advantage

In international affairs, capital cities are where the action is. NPSIA’s location in Ottawa gives the School a direct window on Canada’s role in international affairs, while allowing us to engage with the international policy community. Students at the International Affairs MA program from Carleton University benefit from having direct access to officials from government departments, business and non-governmental organizations based in Canada’s capital city. Career opportunities are just down the road, and are facilitated by our extensive internship and co-operative education programs.

Career Opportunities

NPSIA graduates have a remarkable record of success finding employment in the international affairs field, including positions in international organizations (such as the Council of Europe, the World Bank, the World Trade Organization and the United Nations), in government departments (Global Affairs, Agriculture, National Defence, Environment, Public Safety and the Privy Council) and in the private and not-for-profit sector. Several master’s students have gone on to doctoral work in top university programs globally, while recent doctoral graduates have gone into government and academic posts.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Development Policy

Project Operations in a Developing Country Context

Food Security and Rural Development

Theories of Development and Underdevelopment

Economic Development Policy and Planning

International Aspects of Economic Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

86

Credits

5 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

International Relations View 24 other Masters in International Relations in Canada

Academic requirements

GPA

B+

B+ _{(recommended)}

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

86

Student insurance

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Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A four-year bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, with a minimum GPA of B+; a full year standard course in introductory economics (microeconomics and macroeconomics) or equivalent.

The MA/Juris Doctor degree also requires separate admission into the Faculty of Law at the University of Ottawa.

Tuition Fee

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International

22945 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22945 CAD per year during 12 months.
National

9095 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9095 CAD per year during 12 months.

Ontario Tuition Fee: 8317 CAD per year

Living costs for Ottawa

1168 - 1925 CAD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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