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Master of Arts Political Science at University of Ottawa

University of Ottawa, Canada

Programme overview

The MA in Political Science at the School of Political Studies offers fields in international relations, Canadian and Quebec politics, political thought and analysis of ideologies, and comparative politics, with quantitative and qualitative methods training. It is offered full- or part-time in English and French, with thesis, major research paper and co-op options.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Political Studies  |  Duration: 2 years (thesis option)  |  Study mode: co-op option  |  Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Thesis or major research paper tracks (the co-op track adds two paid work placements and about 8 months). Students enrolled in English must take at least one required course in French.

Career pathways

Senior public service, private sector, international organizations, journalism and research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The following are minimum requirements for admission to the master’s program. Meeting these minimal requirements alone does not guarantee acceptance. The School of Political Studies also takes into account the number of places available and the student’s aptitude for higher level research. 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 ac

Graduate studies application fee is $125.00, paid on the OUAC website; Telfer EMBA application is $198.00 (amounts effective September 1, 2026). Master's applicants need an honours bachelor's degree or equivalent with an average of 70% (B) over the last 20 courses.

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