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MEPP Engineering and Public Policy at McMaster University

McMaster University, Canada

Programme overview

Public policy is created through decisions made by governments, industries and communities; it determines our lives. If you want to take an important role in developing policy directions for government, industry and society as they adapt to new regulatory frameworks and technological platforms, this is the program for you. Acquire expertise in policy analysis and development and fill an existing demand for technically oriented policy professionals.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering  |  Department: W Booth School of Engineering Practice and Technology  |  Duration: Full-time and part-time options  |  Study mode: co-op / part-time option  |  Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Our focus is on policies which address economic benefits, social well-being and environmental protection and optimize outcomes across these three priorities. Develop the ability to step back and to see an issue in its entirety.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree in a STEM or a four-year non-STEM degree in a public policy-related field Anticipated Admission Range B- (70-72% or 7.0/12) average in last 10 technical courses Supplementary Application Required

Graduate programmes accept applications for September, January and May admit terms; programmes listed without open/close dates do not accept applications for that term.

Graduate application open and close dates differ for domestic (Canadian citizens/permanent residents) and international applicants and vary by programme and admit term.

Apply through the official page: https://gs.mcmaster.ca/apply/

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