Overview

Political Science from University of Ottawa teaches you about Comparative politics; Women and politics.

Key Facts

Students at Political Science from University of Ottawa will gain knowledge in:

Environmental politics;
Political economy;
Citizenship, diversity and migration.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Canadian Politics

Analysis Of International And Comparative Politics

Research Methods In Political Science

Core Seminar In Comparative Politics

Analysis Of The Canadian Political System

Thematic Analysis Of Modern Political Thought

Thesis Proposal

Topics In Political Thought

Topics In Canadian Politics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in French

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ottawa, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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92

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60

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students who have a BA with honours in Political Science or its equivalent with a minimum average of 70 % (B), calculated in accordance with graduate studies guidelines, may be admitted directly to the MA program.

Students who do not have a BA with honours in Political Science, but who have a BA with a minor in Political Science or a BA in a related discipline, and a minimum average of 75% (B +), may be accepted for a qualifying year, the content of which will be decided in consultation with the director of graduate studies in the political science.

Letter of Intent describing your research interest and your knowledge of English and French.

Resume

Please note that we have one selection process that is independent of the program chosen. Therefore, only one application is necessary to the Master's program.

2 Recommendation letters

Transcripts

English Proficiency

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19630 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

5688 CAD / year

≈ 5688 CAD / year

Additional Details

Ontario residents: $2,456.70/ semester

Living costs

Ottawa

Canada

1168 - 1925 CAD / month

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