Overview

The Political Science programme from Dalhousie University offers personalized mentorship and interdisciplinary flexibility within a collegial environment. You’ll benefit from extensive research opportunities, award-winning faculty, and strong connections with specialized institutions, all in the vibrant city of Halifax.

Careers

With your PhD in political science, you’ll be well equipped for a career in academia, civil service, communications and public relations, law, non-governmental organizations, and more.

Possible careers include:

Consultant

Diplomat

Government Relations or Lobbyist

Policy analyst

Political advisor or staff for members of cabinet

Pollster

Project Coordinator

Public Servant

Writer/Journalist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods and Design

Canadian Parties in Comparative Perspective

Urban Governance in Canada

Canadian Urban Politics in Comparative Perspective

Political Behaviour: Reason, Passion, Biology

Canadian Public Administration

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

PTE Academic

65

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Political Science View 21 other PhDs in Political Science in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

PTE Academic

65

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Other requirements

General requirements

Thesis-based master's degree or its equivalent.

Minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B average) in the last 60 credit hours of study.

Degree granted by a university of recognized standing.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

7588 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7588 CAD per year during 60 months.
National

4755 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4755 CAD per year during 60 months.

International fee includes:

Tuition: $4,755.99

Incidental Fees: $2,832.04

Living costs for Halifax

1235 - 1956 CAD /month

Living costs

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

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Scholarships Information

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