The Faculty of Philosophy at Saint Paul University offers a Graduate Diploma in Public Ethics. The graduate diploma is granted jointly by the Senates of Saint Paul University and the University of Ottawa under the terms of the federation agreement between them.
The program is based on course and seminar work in public ethics and is especially attractive to mid-career professionals wishing to reflect and build on their professional experience and previous studies. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 70 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
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To be admitted to the graduate diploma program, candidates must:
- Have obtained an honours bachelor's degree, or the equivalent, in philosophy, ethics, political science, governance studies, public policy, or in another discipline judged relevant, with a minimum average of 70% (B);
- Submit two letters of reference, at least one of which must be from a professor;
- Be proficient in at least one of Canada's two official languages and have a good enough reading knowledge of the other language to be able to read texts in that language.
In exceptional cases, candidates who do not hold the equivalent of an honours bachelor's degree as defined above may be admitted to the graduate diploma program, provided they can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the Admissions Committee, that they possess adequate knowledge and professional experience (for example, experience as a policy analyst in the public sector). In some cases, such candidates may be required to complete qualifying courses in pertinent disciplines prior to admission.
A maximum of three credits in equivalencies or advanced standing may be granted. To be eligible, the credits in question must not have counted towards the requirements of a previous diploma, certificate, or degree. Candidates who have already successfully completed some of the compulsory credits may be allowed to replace those credits with elective credits. |
| Application Notes : | In exceptional cases, candidates who do not hold the equivalent of an honours bachelor’s degree as defined above may be admitted to the graduate diploma program, provided they can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the Admissions Committee, that they possess adequate knowledge and professional experience (for example, experience as a policy analyst in the public sector). In some cases, such candidates may be required to complete qualifying courses in pertinent disciplines prior to admission. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | It is advisable to apply as early as possible. To make a formal application, applicants must use the on-line interactive application form. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.