Undergraduate academic requirements
- Completion of high school/ secondary education
Degree type
Bachelor's
Key facts
- Duration4 years
- Delivery methodOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee7,700CAD
- Start dateSep
- QS Ranking#179
Program overview
What Queen's University says about their program:
The Political Studies program at Queen's University offers a Master's degree designed to enhance critical and analytical skills. This program accepts around 25 students each year and requires the completion of six half-courses along with a Master's Research Project.
The curriculum covers a wide range of topics in political science, including democratic thought, European Union integration, and international relations. Students will develop essential critical thinking and writing skills that are valuable for various career paths and important for active citizenship.
This program is ideal for those interested in pursuing careers in politics, public policy, or academia. Graduates will be well-prepared for roles that require strong analytical abilities and a deep understanding of political systems.
Admission requirements
Postgraduate academic requirements
- Minimum qualification is second class standing in an honours bachelor degree in Arts or Science, or a bachelor degree in Applied Science or Law, or the degree of Doctor of Medicine, or equivalent.
- Applicants with a bachelor's general degree must have at least a B grade average and completed one academic year of satisfactory full-time study as a qualifying student to be considered equivalent.
English proficiency
English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.
English proficiency waivers
Documents required
- Passport
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree certificate or diploma
- Proof of English proficiency
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Recommendation letters
- Finance proof
- Translations
- Credential evaluations
Required grades
International Baccalaureate (IB)
28
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Additional requirements
Documents
- Applicants must provide a high school transcript confirming completion of courses, including English and five additional 4U/4M courses
- A minimum of 3 full years of course work in a degree program at a postsecondary institution is required
How to apply
2 routes available:
Fees
Queen's University provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Queen's University encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.
Fee information
- Postgraduate tuition
From CAD$15,166 to CAD$89,396 per year
Funding
Queen's University attracts a community of outstanding student scholars from across the globe. There are a variety of financial aid programs available to assist international and U.S. students studying at Queen's. International students may hold student loans that have been secured through their home countries.
What is the cost of living near Queen's University?
| Category | Cost (in Canadian Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $1,196 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $917 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $136 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $64 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $60 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $72 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $216 |
| Books and study supplies (monthly) | $92 |
| Coffee shop drink | $7 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $15 |
| Gym membership | $65 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and queensu.ca (University published).
Visa requirements for Queen's University
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