1) Hold a bachelor’s degree with specialization or a major in public administration or in a related discipline with a minimum average of 70% (B);
2) Demonstrate a good academic performance in previous studies as shown by official transcripts, research reports, abstracts or any other documents demonstrating research skills;
3) Provide at least two confidential letters of recommendation from professors who have known the applicant and are familiar with the student work;
4) Provide a statement of purpose indicating the career goals and the interests in the proposed research area;
5) Identify, in the case of the master's with thesis, at least one professor who is willing and available to act as thesis supervisor;
6) Be proficient (understand, speak and write) in English or in French. A passive knowledge of the other language is required.