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 Public Affairs and Policy Management (BPAPM)
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SchoolCarleton University
LocationOttawa, ON, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 20,049
Full-time Graduate: 3,905
DegreeBachelor
Honours
Co-op
Length4 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*80% to 82%
Prerequisites
Prerequisites Notes

Admission Requirements

  • OSSD with six Grade 12 courses at the 4U or 4M level
  • Prerequisite courses must be at the 4U level with no individual grade below 60%
  • Grade 12 English 4U is recommended for all degrees
  • Grade 12 4U/4M credits for co-op work experience will not be considered as part of the six courses
  • Students are expected to present a minimum percentage grade and prerequisite average. Please see the chart below for minimum cut-off ranges. Grade ranges apply to the overall and prerequisite average.
  • The overall average required for admission is determined each year on a program by program basis. All programs have limited enrolment. Admission is not guaranteed and all requirements are subject to change.
Cost
International: $41,384

Domestic fees: Visit Carleton's website for domestic costs

International fees: Visit Carleton's website for international costs.

Listed costs include compulsory fees.
Scholarships3 scholarship(s)
Description

Public policy addresses social, political and economic issues. Study how public policy is made, influenced and improved. Examine current critical issues such as climate change, global conflict, healthcare and housing. Develop the skills and knowledge to address policy problems by taking courses in political science, economics, law and history. Concentrations: Development and Human Rights; Public Policy and Administration; or International Policy. A combined honours with Communication and Media Studies is also available. Your career: policy advisor; public servant; politician; city councillor; United Nations advisor; foreign service officer; lawyer; community organizer; social service worker; political campaign manager; communications director; policy consultant; researcher; professor
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*We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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