Overview

Philosophy from University of Ottawa is proud of the state of the art research conducted by its professors.

Students at Philosophy from University of Ottawa will focus on research strengths and efforts in four Strategic Areas of Development in Research (SADRs):

Canada and the World

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e-Society

Molecular and Environmental Sciences

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ancient Philosophy

Medieval Philosophy

Modern Philosophy

Anglo American Philosophy

French Philosophy

German Philosophy

Logic and Philosophy of Science

Social and Political Philosophy

Philosophy of Religion

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

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

30 alternative credits

30-60

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

To be admitted to the MA program a candidate must have an honours BA in Philosophy (or the equivalent) with a minimum "B" average.

An application dossier must include official transcripts and two letters of recommendation. For the master's with thesis, the dossier must also include a description of the intended field of research, and a sample of written work in philosophy (15-25 pp.).

English Proficiency

Resume (must include chronological academic history)

Letter of intent

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19442 CAD / year

≈ 19442 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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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

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

Funding

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Overview

Students at Philosophy from University of Ottawa will focus on research strengths and efforts in four Strategic Areas of Development in Research (SADRs):

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Ottawa

Funding

Scholarships Information

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