Diploma in Public Policy

The Diploma in Public Policy (DPP) is an undergraduate diploma offered by the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities through the Political Science program. The program consists of 24 credit hours and may be taken on a part-time or full-time basis. Taken full-time, the program can be completed in two semesters.

Overview

The Diploma in Public Policy (DPP) provides students who have a background in a variety of disciplines with the opportunity to expand their understanding of how policy decisions are made and how policies are developed and implemented. The program provides foundational understanding of public policy for the service, corporate, government, non-governmental and/or educational sectors.

Eligibility

The diploma is available to Ontario Tech University students who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree in any discipline. Students who are enrolled in or who have completed an undergraduate degree in Political Science will be required to follow a modified program map in order to avoid duplication of courses and course material. The modified program map will include undergraduate courses in Legal Studies and require higher level research or applied studies in public policy, such as an Honours Thesis, Directed Research or Independent Study, or a policy related Practicum placement with a community partner. Students who have completed an Ontario College diploma may also be considered.

For more information please visit the Academic Calendar, or contact the Faculty of Social Science Academic Advising Office.