Public Policy Research Certificate is a postgraduate certificate in Public Policy programme offered by University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Canada. Tuition for international students is CAD 1,423 per credit (CAD 633 per credit for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Postgraduate Certificate
Field:Public Policy
Local tuition: CAD 633 / credit
International tuition: CAD 1,423 / credit
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Public Policy Research is a 9-credit-unit program offered by the Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy at the University of Saskatchewan. It provides a foundation in public policy analysis, development, and evaluation, helping students build analytic skills and a solid understanding of how public policy is implemented and developed. Admission requires a four-year degree or equivalent from a recognized institution in a relevant discipline, and a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% in the last two years of study. Applicants submit a current resume, a letter of intent, and three letters of reference. A non-standard admission pathway is available for applicants with at least ten years of work experience, including five years of management experience, at least one year of higher education, and a break of at least five years from formal study. International applicants must meet the university's English language proficiency requirements.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:70.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Applicants need a four-year degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in a discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, and a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study. Required documents are a current resume, a letter of intent, and three letters of reference. English proficiency is satisfied by three consecutive years of full-time study where the language of instruction and examination was English, or by an approved test under the university's English Language Proficiency Policy. Applicants without the standard academic background may qualify through non-standard admission with at least one year (18 credit units) of higher education, a break of at least five years from formal study, and at least ten years of work experience including five years of management experience.
