Field: Political Theory
Minimum Admission Requirements
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Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of Political Science's additional admission requirements stated below.
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Cumulative grade average equivalent to a University of Toronto B+ or better in an appropriate bachelor's degree program. Preference will be given to applicants with outstanding academic records and a strong background in political science.
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Admission is competitive. Enrolment in the program is limited, and meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. All applicants are considered on their individual merit by a departmental admissions committee. Applicants lacking an adequate background in political science may be required to complete additional undergraduate courses before being considered for admission. Such work should be undertaken in consultation with the MA supervisor.
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Applicants must submit a complete application according to instructions on the department's website.
Completion Requirements
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Coursework. Students must complete a minimum of 4.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:
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2.0 FCEs in Political Theory.
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At least 1.0 FCE in an area outside Political Theory.
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The equivalent of 1.0 FCE may be taken in a cognate discipline with the approval of the department.
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All courses must be chosen in consultation with the MA supervisor.
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Programs in which additional requirements or prerequisites must be met may take longer than three sessions to complete.
Program Length: 3 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS)
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time