| Because of its strength in relevant areas, its bilingual character and its location in the national capital, the University of Ottawa is uniquely positioned to offer a collaborative program leading to a specialization in Canadian Studies at the doctoral level. The program is especially designed for doctoral students in Political Science who wish to enrich their training in a particular discipline by including an interdisciplinary component. The program is governed by the general regulations of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (FGPS). |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 75 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
To be admitted to the PhD program, candidates must hold a master’s degree in political science (or the equivalent) with a minimum average of 75% (B+) calculated in accordance with FGPS guidelines. Exceptional students in the master’s program at the University of Ottawa may, under certain conditions (see “Transfer from master’s to PhD), be allowed to transfer to the PhD without being required to write a master’s thesis. An active knowledge of French and English is essential. All students admitted will have to take at least one of their courses in French, and all students must be capable of reading texts in English and French. Students must indicate in their application the language in which they plan to take the majority of their courses. Those students who plan to study mainly in English will have to demonstrate in their application an active knowledge of English. All students whose first language is other than English or French must provide proof in their application of their level of competence in both languages. The School of Political Studies reserves the right to require a language test for either language. |
| Test Scores: | - Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 580] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 79-80]
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| Application Notes : | Two reference letters and official transcripts of all previous universities attended are required. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research Interests
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* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
