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PGDip in DESS en études internationales

Université de Montréal

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PGDip in DESS en études internationales at Université de Montréal in Montréal, Canada is a postgraduate diploma in Politics & International Relations programme. The programme runs for 2 semesters, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 12,370 per semester (CAD 2,260 per semester for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Postgraduate Diploma
Field: Politics & International Relations
Duration: 2 semesters
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 2,260 / semester
International tuition: CAD 12,370 / semester

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: admission.umontreal.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This graduate diploma builds comprehensive knowledge of international relations and global exchanges, developing analytical, critical-evaluation, and communication skills for understanding complex international dynamics. The interdisciplinary 30-credit programme draws on political, cultural, geographic, legal, sociological, and economic perspectives, and offers directed-research or non-thesis pathways. It is delivered full-time or part-time through day courses at the Montreal campus, with a minimum full-time completion of two trimesters and a maximum of twelve trimesters, and intakes in Fall and Winter. Coursework combines core seminars on international relations theory with applied analysis of current global issues, culminating in a directed research paper for students on that pathway. The programme is structured to allow credit transfer into the Master's in International Studies or the Graduate Microprogramme in International Studies. Graduates are prepared for careers in international organizations, government, NGOs, and the private sector, or for further graduate study in international studies and related fields.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized institution in Quebec, elsewhere in Canada, or internationally. A completed application form and two letters of recommendation are required.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall and Winter

About Université de Montréal

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1878
Students: 46,820
QS rank: #162 =
Programs: 462
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PGDip in DESS en études internationales award?

Université de Montréal awards a Postgraduate Diploma in the field of Politics & International Relations on completion of this programme.

How long does PGDip in DESS en études internationales take?

The programme runs for 2 semesters.

How much does PGDip in DESS en études internationales cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 12,370 per semester (CAD 2,260 per semester for local students).

Can PGDip in DESS en études internationales be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Université de Montréal.

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