Master of Arts Public and International Affairs and Specialization Science, Society and Policy

Frequently asked questions

• How much does Master of Arts Public and International Affairs and Specialization Science, Society and Policy cost?

  CAD 29,446 / year.

• What English score does it need?

  IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.

• How long is it?

  6 terms Co-op option: 8 terms, as listed by the university.

• What are the entry requirements?

  Minimum requirements: B+ in an honours bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, in Arts, in Management, or in Law. A minimum of 2 years of full-time professional work experience is required in order to follow the part-time program. Part-time work over the summer months or during previous studies (co-op, internship) will not be considered to be equivalent. An interview may be required to assess the relevance of the work experience.; Applicants with degrees in other disciplines may also be considered, depending on the relevance of their previous degree and experience to the MA in Public and International Affairs; Students will be required to complete one course in their second official language (English or French). All students must therefore have a passive knowledge of the second language. We note that the language of instruction and discussion in courses is English or French, but assignments can be submitted in either official language. Application Fee: CA$125.00 (non-refundable) Recommendation letter(s): 2 Transcript(s): 1 Required document(s): Letter of intent: A one-page typed description (approximately 250-300 words, single-spaced, 12 font) that describes your research interests by specifying your fields of interest and more specifically, by specifying the questions that interest you in these fields. For the most accurate and up to date information on application deadlines, language tests and other admission requirements, please visit the specific requirements webpage. To gain admission to the MA in Public and International Affairs, applicants must have completed an honours undergraduate degree (or its equivalent) in the social sciences, in arts, in management, or in law, with at least a 75% (B+) average (calculated in accordance with graduate studies guidelines). Applicants with degrees in other disciplines may also be considered, depending on the relevance of their previous degree and experience to the MA in Public and International Affairs. A minimum of 2 years of full-time professional work experience is required in order to follow the part-time program. Part-time work over the summer months or during previous studies (co-op, internship) will not be considered to be equivalent. An interview may be required to assess the relevance of the work experience. A basic knowledge of economics is required. There are two ways to meet this requirement. The Published language requirement: English Program: TOEFL 92-93/New TOEFL 4.5 / IELTS 6.5 overall – Individual 6.0 (Internet-based) · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 92 · English test waiver: French Program: DALF C1, C2/ TCF B2 (note globale)/TEF B2 (Note globale) (Paper-based) English Program: TOEFL 580 / IELTS Overall 6.5 - Individual 6.0 (Paper-based) French Program: DALF C1, C2/ TCF B2 (note globale)/TEF B2 (Note globale) (Internet-based) English Program: TOEFL 92-93/New TOEFL 4.5 / IELTS 6.5 overall – Individual 6.0 (Internet-based) IELTS Overall 6.5 - Individual 6.0 (Paper-based) IELTS Overall 6.5 - Individual 6.0 (Internet-based) · Application fee: CAD 125.00

• Is there a scholarship?

  International students enrolled in a French-language master’s program may be eligible for the Differential Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship. Graduate awards and financial support are listed under uOttawa Awards and financial support. Source: uOttawa Tuition fees - International students page.