Course at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- Keele Campus, CanadaLocation
- Business & Economics, Government, Law & PoliticsField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Keele CampusCampus
- Undergraduate CertificateAwards
- Tuition on request — ask our teamFees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Public Administration & Law Liberal Arts & Professional Studies Certificates allow you to complete a specific group of university courses (for credit) as either part of your degree studies or separately. Additional details on certificates.
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This professional certificate is aimed at individuals who wish to add knowledge of public administration and law to their expertise in another area demonstrated through the achievement and in combination with an undergraduate degree. Who can take it? Students seeking to pursue the certificate as a stand-alone program must apply to the Office of Admissions using the online application form for future students. Admission to the stand-alone certificate program requires students to have normally completed an undergraduate degree in any discipline with minimum cumulative GPA of 5.00. The certificate is not open to students in the Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA) - Honours, Specialized Honours, and Honours Minor. In the stand-alone certificate program students may be granted up to 6 credits of advanced standing based on their previous studies completed no later than 7 years prior to entry into the certificate program. Advanced standing credits will be awarded at the discretion of the Undergraduate Program Director (UPD) at the School of Public Policy and Administration (SPPA) based on their assessment of the student's academic record. Students already enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at York University need to apply for entry into this certificate through the School of Public Policy and Administration office. Students should have completed at least 24 credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.00. Graduation requirements A minimum cumulative grade point average of 5.00 in the certificate courses is required to graduate. Students must also submit an Application to Graduate with a Certificate form. Applications should be obtained from and filed with the School of Public Policy and Administration. Certificates will not be conferred until candidates have successfully completed an undergraduate degree program if they are simultaneously enrolled in a degree and a certificate program. At least 12 credits of the required disciplinary certificate courses, must be in addition to those used to satisfy requirements of an undergraduate major being completed concurrently. Questions? Contact us at lapssppa@yorku.ca See Program’s Website
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeFull-Time, Part-Time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 88; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English test required if you have completed (or are completing) four full years of study in English or French at an accredited high school in Canada or in a country where English is the official primary language; or four full years of high-school study where English is the primary language of instruction; or one full year of an accredited English-language university degree programme in such a country; or two full years of an accredited college diploma/applied degree in such a country. ESL courses do not count. IB Diploma/IB Career Programme in English or French, GCE/GCSE/IGCSE (min 'B'/'6' in O-level English/English Language/ESL, or predicted 'C' at A/AS/AICE English), CSEC/CAPE and AP at an accredited English-medium school may also qualify for a waiver. Applicants from the York exemption-list countries (incl. India NOT listed; list includes UK, Ireland, US, Australia, NZ, Singapore, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, South Africa, Zimbabwe and others) do not need a test. Source: https://futurestudents.yorku.ca/requirements/language-tests · Application fee: CAD 140.00 · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- TuitionTuition on request — ask our team
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsUniversity-wide awards only - York publishes no award specific to this certificate. International Automatic Entrance Scholarships, Fall 2026/Winter 2027 cycle, awarded on final admission average with no application required: York International Scholarship of Distinction - 90%+ - CAD 15,000 in year 1 plus CAD 7,500 in years 2-4 (maximum CAD 37,500), renewable and regainable (applicants admitted to Computer Science, Cybersecurity or Engineering are NOT eligible for this award, except Fall 2026 international applicants completing high school on the Ontario curriculum); York International Merit Award - 80-89.9% - CAD 10,000 in year 1 plus CAD 5,000 in years 2-4 (maximum CAD 25,000), renewable and regainable; York International Entrance Award - 75-79.9% - CAD 5,000 one time; York International Transfer Award - transfer applicants admitted with 24 or more transfer credits and 75%+ - CAD 2,500 one time. York states these 'are available to students who are enrolled as full-time at York University undergraduate programs and paying international tuition fees' and are 'applicable to High School Direct Entry and Transfer students with a final admission average 75% or higher'. Separately, the President's International Scholarship of Excellence (PISE) is worth CAD 180,000 (CAD 45,000 x 4 years) and DOES require an application - student deadline January 27, 2027, nominee deadline February 4, 2027; it cannot be combined with the entrance scholarships. The certificate page itself directs applicants to "Apply for scholarships and awards by February 15" and to the Financial Aid tab for awards specific to student status. SourcesView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: International applicants (most programmes): Fall 2027 - March 24, 2027; Winter 2027 - November 18, 2026; Summer 2027 - April 1, 2027. Applications continue to be assessed until each programme is full. Source: https://futurestudents.yorku.ca/requirements/…
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
What are the entry requirements?
English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 88; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English test required if you have completed (or are completing) four full years of study in English or French at an accredited high school in Canada or in a country where English is the official primary language; or four full years of high-school study where English is the primary language of instruction; or one full year of an accredited English-language university degree programme in such a country; or two full years of an accredited college diploma/applied degree in such a country. ESL courses do not count. IB Diploma/IB Career Programme in English or French, GCE/GCSE/IGCSE (min 'B'/'6' in O-level English/English Language/ESL, or predicted 'C' at A/AS/AICE English), CSEC/CAPE and AP at an accredited English-medium school may also qualify for a waiver. Applicants from the York exemption-list countries (incl. India NOT listed; list includes UK, Ireland, US, Australia, NZ, Singapore, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, South Africa, Zimbabwe and others) do not need a test. Source: https://futurestudents.yorku.ca/requirements/language-tests · Application fee: CAD 140.00 · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
Is there a scholarship?
University-wide awards only - York publishes no award specific to this certificate. International Automatic Entrance Scholarships, Fall 2026/Winter 2027 cycle, awarded on final admission average with no application required: York International Scholarship of Distinction - 90%+ - CAD 15,000 in year 1 plus CAD 7,500 in years 2-4 (maximum CAD 37,500), renewable and regainable (applicants admitted to Computer Science, Cybersecurity or Engineering are NOT eligible for this award, except Fall 2026 international applicants completing high school on the Ontario curriculum); York International Merit Award - 80-89.9% - CAD 10,000 in year 1 plus CAD 5,000 in years 2-4 (maximum CAD 25,000), renewable and regainable; York International Entrance Award - 75-79.9% - CAD 5,000 one time; York International Transfer Award - transfer applicants admitted with 24 or more transfer credits and 75%+ - CAD 2,500 one time. York states these 'are available to students who are enrolled as full-time at York University undergraduate programs and paying international tuition fees' and are 'applicable to High School Direct Entry and Transfer students with a final admission average 75% or higher'. Separately, the President's International Scholarship of Excellence (PISE) is worth CAD 180,000 (CAD 45,000 x 4 years) and DOES require an application - student deadline January 27, 2027, nominee deadline February 4, 2027; it cannot be combined with the entrance scholarships. The certificate page itself directs applicants to "Apply for scholarships and awards by February 15" and to the Financial Aid tab for awards specific to student status. Sources View scholarship page
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