Overview

Through courses and a four-month internship, the program focuses on collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and communicating research for practical applications in policy and program development and enhancement. The emphasis is on developing quantitative and qualitative research skills for practical applications outside of academia.

Features

Graduates in the Research for Policy and Evaluation program from Western University - Canada will be able to apply their knowledge in a variety of settings, including in government, not-for-profit, and private sectors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Design
Quantitative Research Methods and Data Collection
Qualitative Research Methods and Data Collection
Statistics
Knowledge Mobilisation
Evidence-Based Policy Making and Program Evaluation
Internship

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

86

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Environmental Economics & Policy Public Policy View 37 other Masters in Public Policy in Canada

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

86

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115

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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

An undergraduate degree or equivalent in any Social Science discipline.

A strong academic history with a minimum B average achieved during the two most recent years of academic study (some consideration will be given to equivalent work experience on a case-by-case basis).

Online application.

Unofficial post-secondary institution(s) transcripts. One copy of official/certified transcripts will be required if applicants receives an admissions offer.

Professional resumé (two page maximum).

Two reference letters, with at least one from an academic referee.

A strong level of English proficiency.

Tuition Fee

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International

23398 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11699 CAD per semester during 12 months.
National

12480 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6240 CAD per semester during 12 months.

Living costs for London

1037 - 1625 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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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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