Graduate studies microprograms
Discover our graduate studies microprograms.
Microprogram in Anthropology
Microprogram in Political Science
Survey Research and Public Opinion
Acquire specific skills in the interdisciplinary area of public opinion study, survey techniques and data analysis without requiring them to complete a full set of degree requirements.
6 credits
- POL 5121 Survey Research and Methods
- POL 5122 Survey Data Analysis
Transnational and Global Issues
Allows students to acquire knowledge and develop skills in political science.
9 credits
Bilingualism is a requirement at the School of Political Studies. All students must take at least one of their three courses in French.
- POL 7109 Governance and Globalization or POL 7509 Gouvernance et mondialisation
- POL 7111 Space and Territoriality or POL 7511 Espace et territorialité
- POL 7110 International Political Economy or POL 7510 Économie politique internationale
- POL 7112 Security and Conflict or POL 7512 Sécurité et conflits : Enjeux contemporains
- POL 7119 Creation and Transformation of States and Political Regimes or POL 7519 Construction et transformation des états et des régimes politiques
- POL 7120 Comparative Political Economy or POL 7520 Économie politique comparée
- POL 7121 Comparative Politics of Identity or POL 7521 Politique comparée des identités
Microprograms in Public Administration
Ethics and Cultural Heritage Policy
9 credits
- PAP 6520 Éthique publique (3 credits)
- PAP 6901 Project (3 credits)
- One of the following: PAP 6980, PAP 6130, POL 7108, POL 7106, POL 7103.
All students must successfully complete the course PAP 6520 and must be able to speak French and read texts in French and in English.
Two major partners will be directly involved in this graduate microprogram: the Research Chair in International Francophonie on Cultural Heritage Policies and the Centre on Governance. These two partners offer research and training activities that will make it possible to animate this Graduate Studies Microprogram in different ways.
Governance and Public Management
9 credits
- PAP 6502 Democratic Governance Seminar (French only) (3 credits)
- One of the following : PAP 6120, PAP 6520, PAP 6121, PAP 6122, PAP 6522, PAP 6530, PAP 6521, PAP 6901, PAP 6980
- PAP 6130 Governance and Public Management Training workshops in partnership with the Institute for Professional Development (IDP), equivalent to 3 credits according to established standards (6 days of training and a synthesis report).
All students must successfully complete the course PAP 6502 and must be able to speak French and read texts in French and in English.
Governance and Public Policy Analysis
9 credits
- PAP 6502 Democratic Governance Seminar (French only)
- A PAP or POL seminar of choice on public policy PAP 6120, PAP 6520, PAP 6121, PAP 6122, PAP 6522, PAP 6530, PAP 6521, PAP 6901, PAP 6980
- PAP 6130 Governance and Public Policy Analysis Training workshops in partnership with the Institute for Professional Development (IDP), equivalent to 3 credits according to established standards (6 days of training and a synthesis report).
All students must successfully complete the course PAP 6502 and must be able to speak French and read texts in French and in English.
Microprogram in Public and International Affairs
Data analysis for public policy
Provide students with an introduction to the analytical tools required to draw insights from data in order to help inform public policy.
9 credits
- API 5136 Research Methods in Public Policy (3 credits) (Winter)
Introduction to the various methods used in policy research and to the use of multivariate quantitative methods to conduct a research project. Research design, data sources and analysis. The qualitative methods examined include the use of focus groups and interviews; quantitative methods include simple and multiple regression, logistic regression, and factor analysis.
This course is offered in the winter term and has multiple sections. Regular professors are Prof. Maral Kichian and Prof. Ravi Pendakur. - API 6321 Quantitative research methods (3 credits) (Fall)
This course provides students with skills in data science and causal inference required to take a project from conception to completion.
This course is usually offered in the fall term. Regular professors are Prof. Ravi Pendakur and Prof. Nicholas Rivers. - API 6322 Doing Data-based Projects (3 credits) (Winter or Spring)
Working with a public or private sector partner, students will help to inform a real-world public policy problem using techniques learned from the previous 2 classes. Possible partners include Environment and Climate Change Canada, Public Health Agency of Canada, Natural Resources Canada, Crown Indigenous Relations, Employment and Social Development Canada, and Statistics Canada. The topic for the course will change annually and in consultation with the partner agency. Students will present the results of their research to the partners in the final week of the class.
This new course will be offered either during the winter or spring term. Regular professors Prof. Ravi Pendakur and/or Prof. Nicholas Rivers will teach this course.
Microprogram in Psychology
Psychedelic Science
The Microprogram in Psychedelic Science will include compulsory and elective courses, for a total of 9 course credits.
Required:
One of these:
- PSY 6151 Drugs and Behaviour (3 units)
- PSY 6951 Seminar in Neuropharmacology and Behavior (3 units)CMM 5302 Comprehensive Pharmacology I (3 units)
BIO 5130 Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology (3 units)
One of these:
- SRS 5108 Interdisciplinary Survey of Psychedelic Studies Field (3 units
- NSC 6101 Consciousness, Interdisciplinary Perspectives from Neuroscience, Philosophy, and Psychology (3 units)
- PSY 6191 Neuroscience of Psychedelics(3 units)
Evaluation of Social and Health Programs and Policies
6 credits
Acquire specific skills in the interdisciplinary area of developing and improving health and social service programs
Microprograms in Sociology
Advanced analysis of qualitative and quantitative data
6 credits
Combines the Advanced Quantitative Methodology and Advances Qualitative Methodology courses
- SOC 7140 Advanced Quantitative Methodology (3 units)
- SOC 7141 Advanced Qualitative Methodology (3 units)
The two courses can be taken independently as part of this microprogram or as an intrinsic component of the master’s programs in sociology.
Health Workforce Studies
6 credits
- FSS 5151 Introduction to Health Occupations in Canada (3 units)
- FSS 5152 Introduction to Health Workforce Studies: Planning, Policy Management (3 units)
Methodology applied to the professional context
9 credits
For students who need to improve their skills in identifying valid data sources, analyzing social research data and their communication.
What is a microprogram?
A microprogram is an identified set and sequence of courses or other units of study, research, or practice within an area of disciplinary or interdisciplinary study that is completed on an optional basis to partially fulfill the requirements of a degree and which may be included in the student’s academic record.
Who are microprograms for?
Microprograms allow current students to expand their knowledge of a specific field. Individuals in the workforce may seek to pursue a microprogram for professional reasons, or to enhance their careers, instead of formally enrolling in a graduate diploma or master’s degree program.
Do I have to apply for graduate studies to take advantage of the microprograms?
No. However, students who would like to pursue a graduate-level microprogram but who are not enrolled in, or intend to complete, a graduate diploma or degree program must first obtain the approval of the academic unit offering the graduate microprogram by contacting scsgrad@uOttawa.ca.
How do I apply for a microprogram?
There are two options.
1. If you would like to enrol in a microprogram without enrolling in graduate studies, send an email to the graduate studies office of the Faculty of Social Science at scsgrad@uOttawa.ca and include copies of the admission documents required for the microprogram.
2. If you are already enrolled in a graduate program that permits microprograms (currently Anthropology, Public and International Affairs, and Sociology) and would like to undertake a microprogram during your graduate studies, contact the graduate studies office of the Faculty of Social Science at scsgrad@uOttawa.ca.
What are the admission requirements for the microprograms?
In general, when submitting an application to the Graduate Studies Office of the Faculty of Social Sciences, please include the following documents. Remember to also include any additional documents specific to the microprogram you’re applying for:
- Two letters of recommendation
- A Curriculum Vitae
- You must submit copies of all transcripts from all universities you have attended with your request. Transcripts must cover all courses and programs at any university you have attended, including regular programs (whether completed or not), exchanges, letters of permission, online or correspondence courses, courses taken as a non-degree student or visiting student, etc. If your transcript(s) or degree certificate(s) are not in English or French, you must submit a certified translation (signed, stamped and sealed).
- Letter of intent (check the specific microprogram for particularities about the letter of intent)
- Proof of proficiency in your program’s language of instruction if your first language is neither English nor French.
Language proficiency test score equivalencies:
TOEFL 580 / IELTS 6.5 overall - Individual 6.0 (Paper-based)
TOEFL 92-93/IELTS 6.5 overall – Individual 6.0 (Internet-based)
Does the completion of a micro program be applied if I choose to pursue a master’s?
Yes. Upon subsequent admission to a graduate program at the University and subject to departmental approval, students who have completed a graduate-level microprogram at the University of Ottawa as a non-degree student may apply to transfer a maximum of one graduate-level microprogram to partially satisfy the requirements of the graduate program.
What are the advantages of taking a micro program?
A microprogram introduces students to graduate-level education and allows students to choose a specific theme. Through a set of courses or research activities, the microprogram can enhance a student’s skills in a specific discipline or interdisciplinary area without requiring the student to complete a full set of degree requirements. A graduate microprogram is a type of academic micro-credential that is stackable and can be credited toward a future degree program.
A student who pursues a graduate microprogram without enrolling in a master’s or graduate diploma program will not obtain a graduate degree or diploma. However, the successful completion of the graduate microprogram will be recorded on the student’s academic transcript.
What are the degree requirements for enrolment in a microprogram?
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree with a specialization or major in a related discipline with a minimum average that varies between 70% (B) and 75% (B+), depending on the program. Be sure to check the requirements specific to the particular microprogram.
How much does a microprogram cost?
Students pay the fees expected of a non-degree student, which are calculated on a per-credit basis.