Master of Arts (Political Science)

Program Requirements

Two MA routes are available: a) a thesis-based MA and b) a course-based MA for both full- and part-time students.

For the thesis-based MA, normally 18 units of graduate-level courses and a thesis (registering in a minimum of 6 units of thesis registrations) are required. For the course-based MA, 24 units of graduate-level courses and a project (POL S 900) are required.

There is no language requirement for the MA degree.

The minimum period of residence for full-time programs is two four-month terms of full-time attendance at the University of Alberta.

Length of Program

The time required to complete the MA will vary with the program and candidate. Full-time students in the MA thesis-based program will normally complete the program within 18 months. Full-time students in the MA course-based program will normally complete the program within 12 months. A part-time MA student must maintain continuous registration and complete the program in four years.