Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy
CONTACT
Graduate Chair: Dr. Murray Fulton
Graduate Secretary: Susan Mason
Phone: (306) 966-8525
Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public PolicyUniversity of SaskatchewanDiefenbaker Building, 101 Diefenbaker PlaceSaskatoon, SK CAN S7N 5B8
The MPP program at JSGS has given me the opportunity to enhance my knowledge of public policy, while also providing me with the flexibility to undertake research in areas which have excited me the most. The program has definitely helped me in improving my research and analytical skills which can be applied to both academia and job markets. Cordial environment and a sense of closely knit community have been the hallmark of my stay at JSGS, where engaging in meaningful dialogue with faculty members and fellow students has always been encouraged.
Ata-Ul Munim
MPP student
BA (Hon) Economics, McMaster University BA (Hon) Political Science, McMaster University
Public Policy
The Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) is a provincial centre for advanced education, research, and outreach and training activities with campuses at both the University of Regina and the University of Saskatchewan. The school provides students and faculty the opportunity to work on contemporary public policy and administration challenges in an academic environment renowned for innovation and is fast becoming a destination for students from across the country and around the world.
The school's faculty members have significant research backgrounds and interests in health and social policy, leadership and governance, trade and transnational policy, and science, technology and innovation. Students have the opportunity to explore topics in areas such as higher education, health and social policy, Aboriginal peoples and public policy, the social economy, international trade agreements, innovation and science policy, regulation, and economic and cultural development.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
- February 1 (guaranteed funding consideration) for fall (September) entry
- May 1 (possible funding consideration) for fall (September) entry
- Late applications will be considered with the next deadline
FUNDING AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Master of Public Policy - The Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School will make available for MPP students in the 2012-13 academic year up to five one-time funding awards of up to $10,000 each. To be eligible for this funding, students must commit to completing the program over a maximum of two academic years. All complete applications received by February 1, 2012, will be considered for funding.
Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy - Highly qualified doctoral students who are engaged in the program on a full-time basis will receive funding at a competitive rate to support their research. All complete applications received by February 1, 2012, will be considered for funding.
For admission and degree requirements, please see the University Catalogue.
M.P.P. +
The Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.) 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.
The program is designed for completion in two years of full-time study, although part time study is possible. The program involves a combination of course work, research, and the writing of a thesis. Each student is assigned a research advisor and an advisory committee. The M.P.P program is currently being offered only through the University of Saskatchewan campus.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Ph.D. +
Learning and research opportunities for highly qualified students to advance knowledge and move the study of public policy forward. Students graduating from this program will be in a position to train the next generation of public service professionals and to conduct public policy and management research for government, business, think tanks, and other research organizations. The program is designed for completion in three years of full-time study, though part time study is permitted. The program involves a combination of course work (culminating in a comprehensive exam) and proposing, writing, and defending a dissertation. Full-time students can expect to receive financial support.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
