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Master of Science Geography and Specialization Science, Society and Policy at University of Ottawa

University of Ottawa, Canada

Programme overview

The MSc in Geography with collaborative specialization in Science, Society and Policy gives students the knowledge to evaluate challenges at the science and policy interface: how evidence is used in decisions, how policy shapes science and how emerging technologies interact with society. The thesis must address a topic in Science, Society and Policy.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Department of Geography, Environment and Geomatics  |  Duration: Thesis MSc: 2 years  |  Study mode: co-op option  |  Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Foundations of Graduate Study in Geography, Decision at the Interface of Science and Policy, 6 optional units (geography courses, Science and Technology Governance and Communication, Capstone Seminar), thesis project and master's thesis examined with an Institute-approved examiner.

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Entry requirements

To be admissible to the master's program, the student must hold an Honours Bachelor in Geography or in Environmental Studies, or in a related discipline with an academic record indicating at least (B+) or the equivalent. Candidates whose bachelor's degree with honours (or the equivalent) is in an area other than geography may be admitted for a qualifying period, during which they must take selected courses required in the department's BA with honours program. Additional Coursework The Admissions Committee may, depending on the candidates’ background, require them to successfully complete additional courses, including language courses, beyond the basic MSc degree requirements. Collaborative P

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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