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Political Science

University of New Brunswick
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Tuition CAD 14,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 7,928 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 12 months
Deadline Mar, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Fredericton, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Political Science at University of New Brunswick is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Political Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: CAD 14,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 7,928 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Fredericton, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Political Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:

  1. Policy Analyst
  2. NGO Programme Manager
  3. Researcher
  4. Social Worker
  5. Diplomat
  6. Development Consultant

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Topics in American Politics
  2. Canadian Foreign Policy
  3. Canadian Federalism
  4. Law and Politics in Canada
  5. Self-Government and Aboriginal Community
  6. Topics in Canadian Politics
  7. Topics in Public Policy
  8. Economics and Politics of Transition
  9. The Middle East States
  10. Modern Theories of the State
  11. Canadian Ideas
  12. Late Modern Political Philosophy

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • All applicants should normally have completed a four-year bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in political science with a minimum GPA of A- in their final two years of study, and a minimum of B+ in all political science courses.
  • Applicants who do not satisfy the requirements for full graduate student status may be eligible for a qualifying year.
  • Applicants must submit a completed application.
  • International Applicants whose first language is not English must submit language scores that meet or exceed:
    • International English language testing system (IELTS) = band 7
    • Paper-based TOEFL = 600
    • Internet-based TOEFL = 100
    • TWE = 5.5

    • English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    CAD 14,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 7,928 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    Tuition fees: CAD 14,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 7,928 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    IELTS requirement: 7

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact University of New Brunswick directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

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    Fredericton, Canada

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    Application Information
    • Application Deadline Mar, 2027
    • Start Date Sep, 2026
    • Language English
    • Duration 12 months
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