Overview

The Canadian Public Policy Major is offered by Mount Allison University. Throughout the process students engage with contemporary and historical issues to critically assess the inclusiveness, fairness and effectiveness of public policy making given time and resource constraints.

Key Facts

Whether you're entering the job market or continuing your education, your Mount Allison degree will stand out. Mount Allison has been recognized by Maclean's as the top primarily undergraduate university in Canada more times than any other university. The Canadian Public Policy program prepares students for potential careers in the public service (local, provincial, federal) and non-governmental organizations or in the private sector. Key skills learned include critical thinking (policy analysis, policy process knowledge, public service norms), writing (policy analysis reports, policy briefs, cabinet memos) and communication (written, oral, online).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Canadian Government and Politics

Canadian Public Policy

Economic Issues in Canadian Public Policy

Money, Banking, and the Canadian Financial System: Microeconomic Perspective

Canadian Environmental Policy
Social Policy Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00

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More details

Admission on a rolling basis, accepting applications starting in October.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

60

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sackville, Canada

Disciplines

Public Policy View 18 other Bachelors in Public Policy in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

60

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Other requirements

General requirements

Regular admission: To be considered for admission, a minimum final grade of 65% or the equivalent is required in all university-preparatory courses reviewed.
High school student, IB certificate(s)/advanced placement (AP) student
All 4U and 4M level courses are accepted as university-preparatory courses.
High school student, IB certificate(s)/advanced placement (AP) student
Official transcripts: To be considered 'official,' transcripts must be forwarded directly to Mount Allison's registrar's office by the issuing institution. Please note that notarized English translations of required documents should be included if applicable
Students must complete a university-preparatory English language program at one of Mount Allison’s partner language training institutes or provide sufficient proof of English language proficiency before of full offer of admission will be granted.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

21800 CAD / year

≈ 21800 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10800 CAD / year

≈ 10800 CAD / year

Living costs

Sackville

Canada

1000 - 1600 CAD / month

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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