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PhD of Policy Studies

Toronto Metropolitan University

  • Toronto, Canada
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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Toronto Metropolitan University campus

About the program

Bachelor of Arts in Policy Studies is a four-year on-campus degree at Mount Royal University in Calgary focused on public policy, Political science and economics.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Apply core theories and methods in Policy Studies
  • Strengthen skills in foundational concepts
  • Research and professional practice related to Policy Studies
  • And present well-supported conclusions in academic or professional settings.

Career outcomes

  • Policy analyst
  • Government relations adviser
  • Policy consultant
  • Regulatory analyst or compliance specialist
  • Economic analyst
  • Political adviser
  • Government analyst
  • Lawyer (with further education)

Curriculum

  • Four-year degree with an Honours stream. Coursework covers political theory
  • Public administration
  • Economic policy and policy analysis
  • Plus a Moot Court exercise simulating a Supreme Court appeal. A semester-long policy placement or internship with government
  • Non-profit or private partners is part of the work-integrated learning.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Master's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum B+ (3.33/4.33)
  • Some programmes require A- (3.67/4.33). Statement of research interest
  • CV
  • Transcripts
  • Two or three reference letters and English proficiency.

Accepted academic background

Master's degree awarded after a four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognised, Accredited institution.

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Recommendation Letters.

How to apply

  1. Check programme requirements and deadlines on the Application Dates page (international closing date 12 March 2027 unless stated). Apply through OUAC and pay the 110 CAD application fee. Upload transcripts
  2. Research statement
  3. CV and reference letters as PDFs in the Applicant Upload portal. Official documents are requested after an offer. Track offers in MyServiceHub. Pay the 2
  4. 000 CAD international deposit by the confirmation deadline. Apply for a Canadian study permit.

Other costs

Tuition per year$25,424 CAD
Application fee$110 CAD
Deposit$5,100 CAD

Program details

CampusDowntown Toronto campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Arts
DepartmentGeneral Studies
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value60
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3
Scholarship noteInstitutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, Funding and application deadlines.

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.