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Diploma of Ethics and Public Affairs
- Ottawa, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Doctorate that joins ethical analysis with social science to address public issues.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge in Ethics and Public Affairs. Apply skills related to using public reason as the guiding framework. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.
Career outcomes
- Academic jobs
- Policy-related jobs in government and civil society
- Consultant
Curriculum
- Thesis-based doctorate where students combine ethical analysis with social science to evaluate options for specific public issues. Teaching and supervision are shared between philosophers and social science and public policy specialists
- using public reason as the guiding framework.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree
- Minimum requirements are set by the department offering the diploma (https://graduate.carleton.ca/apply-online/minimum-requirements/)
- English proficiency required unless exempt
- Additional academic criteria: Set by the offering department (contact department).
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree, minimum requirements for graduate diplomas are set by the department offering the diploma
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each band)
- TOEFL iBT 4.5 (new scale
- PTE Academic 5.0 writing
- Duolingo 4.5 other skills
- Institutional test 86 for tests before 2026-01-21)
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Secondary School Completion Evidence
- Proof of Funds for Study Permit
How to apply
- Review the Ethics and Public Affairs admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through Carleton360. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $22,511 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $125 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Main campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Academic Unit Not Confirmed |
| Department | Academic Unit Not Confirmed |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Carleton University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Ethics and Public Affairs. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
79 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 1 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $22,511 CAD per year. The application fee is $125 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each band), TOEFL iBT 4.5 (new scale, PTE Academic 5.0 writing, Duolingo 4.5 other skills, Institutional test 86 for tests before 2026-01-21).

