Master of Public Policy (Thesis Option)

The Master of Public Policy provides students with opportunities to conduct research and contribute to the study of public policy and the application of policy expertise in the real world. Students graduating from this program possess the research skills necessary to play integral roles in the civil service, research organizations and industry associations. Top students from this program may go on to doctoral programs in public policy.

Following the recommended pace, the program can be completed in two years, studying full time. Upon entry into the program, each student is assigned a research advisor and an advisory committee.

Students entering the Master of Public Policy program are required to participate in the Get Connected! academic orientation for new students, which is held in early September.