At University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Canada, Public Policy (Ph.D.) is offered as a doctorate in Public Policy programme. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 2,213 per semester (CAD 2,213 per semester for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Doctorate
Field:Public Policy
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 2,213 / semester
International tuition: CAD 2,213 / semester
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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The Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy is offered by the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS), a school established jointly by the University of Saskatchewan and the University of Regina. The program prepares graduates to conduct advanced, interdisciplinary policy research across academic, government, not-for-profit, and corporate sectors. Core coursework totals a minimum of 12 credit units, including required courses in public policy theory, research methods, and professional practice, alongside mandatory research-ethics modules where the dissertation involves human or animal subjects. Students maintain continuous registration in a dissertation research course throughout the program and complete a doctoral candidacy assessment before proceeding to the dissertation defence. Entry is normally from a relevant master's degree. Graduates are trained to work as advanced policy researchers and analysts, and to train future public service professionals, in academia, government, think tanks, and other research organizations.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:75.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Applicants require a master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in a relevant academic discipline, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 75% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. coursework required in the master's program). Applications require a personal statement and three letters of reference. Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English: a minimum overall TOEFL score of 4.5 with a minimum of 4.0 in each area, or a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each area, or another approved test.
