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Master's

A master’s gives you expertise, an introduction to research and personal fulfilment.
  • Join a renowned community of researchers — uOttawa is ranked among the top 10 research universities in Canada.
  • Benefit from a variety of programs tailored to your active career lifestyle.
  • Study in the heart of the nation’s capital, a bilingual, multicultural setting where large networks act on major issues and influence decisions.
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Master's student experience
Dive into Master's level programs
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CO-OP: Add a four to eight month paid work experience to your master’s

Some master’s programs offer a CO-OP program, which lets you establish yourself in a professional setting relevant to your discipline during your studies.
Explore CO-OP Master's programs

Select the type of master’s that meets your goals

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There are three types of master's. 

  • Course-based master’s (10 to 12 months)
  • Master’s with research paper (12 to 18 months)
  • Master’s with thesis (24 months)
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