Course at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- Ottawa (Main Campus), CanadaLocation
- Ethics; Philosophy; Political ScienceField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Ottawa (Main Campus)Campus
- Honours BA Ethics and Political PhilosophyAwards
- $42,059Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Political issues are taking on a greater importance in society and in our lives. Think, for example, of the questions raised by medical advances that challenge our concepts of life and death, or the privacy issues created by the growing use of the Internet.
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This multidisciplinary program in ethics is both theoretical and applied. You reflect on fundamental issues in moral and political philosophy and come to understand the nature of ethics issues in health care, business, law, communication, criminology, social work, public affairs and other areas. The Department of Philosophy also runs a minor in applied ethics. This program is offered in English and French. The French immersion stream is available with this program. Requirements for this program have been modified. Please consult the 2021-2022 calendar for the previous requirements. Course List CodeTitleUnits Basic Skills ENG 1100Workshop in Essay Writing3 Units PHI 1301Philosophy: Ideas and Arguments3 Units PHI 1302Philosophy: Themes and Texts3 Units 3 course units from:3 Units AHL 1100 Introduction to Interdisciplinary Study in the Arts AHL 1900 Introduction to Interdisciplinary Study in the Arts ENG 1120 Selected Topics in Literature and Composition Total: 12 Units Course List CodeTitleUnits Compulsory courses at the 2000 level PHI 2170Logic I3 Units PHI 2174Ethics3 Units PHI 2183Political Philosophy3 Units PHI 2395Philosophy of Law3 Units Compulsory courses at the 3000 level PHI 3164Contemporary Ethical Theories3 Units PHI 3165Contemporary Political Philosophy3 Units Compulsory courses at the 4000 level PHI 4164Texts in Ethics and Political Philosophy3 Units PHI 4311Problems in Contemporary Political Philosophy3 Units PHI 4312Problems in Contemporary Ethics3 Units Optional courses 6 course units from:6 Units PHI 2380 Greek Philosophy PHI 2382 Medieval Philosophy PHI 2383 Modern Philosophy 3 optional course units in philosophy (PHI) from list A at the 3000 or 4000 level3 Units 6 optional course units in philosophy (PHI) from list B at the 3000 or 4000 level6 Units 6 optional course units in philosophy (PHI) from list C6 Units Total: 48 Units Course List CodeTitleUnits Elective Courses 60 elective course units60 Units Total: 60 Units The electives may be replaced by a combination of a Minor, Microprogram(s), and/or elective units.
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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
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- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modefull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Minimum admission average: 75% (high school outside Canada). Prerequisite courses: English. OUAC code: OAC. · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 86; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English test required if the last three years of study were completed in English in an eligible country; uOttawa reserves the right to request a test at any time. · Application fee: CAD 104.00 · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
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- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$42,059 CAD / year≈ $30,926 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsUniversity of Ottawa Admission Scholarship (automatic, full-time, direct-entry faculties or Civil Law): admission average 95-100% = CAD 3,000; 90-94.9% = CAD 2,000; 85-89.9% = CAD 1,000 (2026-2027). French Studies Bursary CAD 4,000 (CAD 1,000 per year) for students taking at least 9 units per term in French. International students enrolled in a French-language program may be eligible for the Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship. Source: uOttawa Scholarships and awards overview.
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: Fall: May 1, 2027 (international applicants; documents by May 15, 2027). Winter: October 17, 2026 (international applicants; documents by November 1, 2026).
Visa & support journey
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Honours BA Ethics and Political Philosophy cost?
CAD 42,059 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum admission average: 75% (high school outside Canada). Prerequisite courses: English. OUAC code: OAC. · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 86; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English test required if the last three years of study were completed in English in an eligible country; uOttawa reserves the right to request a test at any time. · Application fee: CAD 104.00 · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
Is there a scholarship?
University of Ottawa Admission Scholarship (automatic, full-time, direct-entry faculties or Civil Law): admission average 95-100% = CAD 3,000; 90-94.9% = CAD 2,000; 85-89.9% = CAD 1,000 (2026-2027). French Studies Bursary CAD 4,000 (CAD 1,000 per year) for students taking at least 9 units per term in French. International students enrolled in a French-language program may be eligible for the Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship. Source: uOttawa Scholarships and awards overview.
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