Overview

Key Features

The Political Science at Brock University allows students to concentrate their studies on one of five sub-fields of political science: Canadian politics, comparative politics, international relations, political philosophy or public policy. Students specialize in one of these sub-fields but also receive training in the great works and research methodologies of the larger discipline of political science.

Career outcomes

Law
Politics
Government departments and agencies
International organizations
NGOs
Business
Lobbying and government relations
Research and consultancy
PhD programs

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Philosophy of Law
Ancient Political Theory
Modern Political Theory

Politics and Tyranny
Postmodern Political Theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St. Catharines, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered for admission to a Master’s program, a student will normally hold a four year degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited university with a minimum 75% (mid-B) average over the last two years of full-time undergraduate study.
Three references are required.
A brief statement of your specific current academic interests and your intentions with regard to studies in a particular field of concentration. Tell us why you think our program is suited to your own special academic and research interests.
A current resume.
A copy of a paper that you have written for one of your university courses - it would be especially helpful if this essay falls within the area of interest you hope to pursue at the graduate level.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

13450 CAD / year

≈ 13450 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5450 CAD / year

≈ 5450 CAD / year

Additional Details

Full-Time:
2,725.41
6,725.34
Part-Time:
National:1,362.70
International: 3,362.67

Living costs

St. Catharines

Canada

1015 - 1615 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

St. Catharines

Funding

Scholarships Information

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