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International Studies - International Security (Master's)

Université Laval

Québec, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #526 =

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International Studies - International Security (Master's) at Université Laval in Québec, Canada is a master's degree in Politics & International Relations programme. The programme runs for 2 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 934 per credit (CAD 134 per credit for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Politics & International Relations
Duration: 2 years
Local tuition: CAD 134 / credit
International tuition: CAD 934 / credit

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: ulaval.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This interdisciplinary master's prepares professionals to analyze contemporary security challenges by combining perspectives from international relations, international law, geopolitics, and strategic studies. The 45-credit Master of Arts program develops students' ability to analyze, prevent, and manage global threats and to formulate security cooperation policies and recommendations for governments, international organizations, and private actors. The program admits up to 55 students per intake, is completed full-time over an estimated two years, with some evening and distance courses available, and admits students for the Fall and Winter sessions.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.33
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent diploma, with a program average of at least 3.00 on a 4.33 scale. Applicants must have completed, or complete as prerequisites, coursework equivalent to International Public Law (DRT-1009), General Introduction to Law (DRT-1901), Economy and Public Policy (ECN-6961), and International Relations (POL-1005), up to a maximum of 12 preparatory credits. French proficiency requires a TCF tout public score of at least 600/699 or equivalent coursework; English proficiency requires a VEPT score of at least 68/70, a TOEIC score of at least 900/990, a TOEFL iBT score of at least 101, or equivalent. Applicants must submit a detailed curriculum vitae and a motivation letter, and may optionally submit up to three letters of recommendation.

Application Details

Start Date: September and January

About Université Laval

“Deo favente haud pluribus impar”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1852
Students: 56,000
QS rank: #526 =
Programs: 543
Location: Québec, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does International Studies - International Security (Master's) award?

Université Laval awards a Master's Degree in the field of Politics & International Relations on completion of this programme.

How long does International Studies - International Security (Master's) take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does International Studies - International Security (Master's) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 934 per credit (CAD 134 per credit for local students).

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