Course

Accounting & Finance

Offered by Smith School of Business

QS Accounting & Finance

QS Accounting & Finance Rank: Top 150 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Smith’s Master of Finance is a compact, intensive programme with small cohorts and personal career coaching, well suited to students targeting a career in Toronto’s financial sector.

Key advantages

Small cohort and personal coaching
Strong Bay Street recruiter links
Intensive one-year format
CFA-aligned content
Close alumni community
Smith’s executive-style career support

Programme & duration: Master of Finance (MFin): about 12 months (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $50,000 – $70,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+
Entry requirements: Four-year bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record. GMAT/GRE usually required; CV, essays and references.

Employability & placement

Graduates enter investment banking, corporate finance, asset management and consulting roles, particularly in Toronto.

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in corporate finance, asset pricing and financial institutions.

Course

Business & Management

Offered by Smith School of Business

QS Business & Management

QS Business & Management Rank: Top 150 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Queen’s Smith School of Business offers focused, one-year specialised master’s programmes with small cohorts, personal coaching and a strong reputation among Toronto-area employers.

Key advantages

Small cohorts and personal coaching
Highly specialised programmes
Strong employer reputation
Intensive one-year format
Close alumni community
Experiential learning

Programme & duration: Master of Management Analytics / Master of International Business: about 12 months (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $50,000 – $70,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+
Entry requirements: Four-year bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record. GMAT/GRE for some programmes; CV, essays and references.

Employability & placement

Graduates enter analytics, consulting, international business and management roles, particularly in Toronto and Ottawa.

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in analytics, strategy, organisational behaviour and international business.

Course

MBA

Offered by Smith School of Business

QS Global MBA Ranking

Ranked among Canada’s top full-time MBA programmes (QS Global MBA Rankings)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Smith’s one-year MBA is known for its small cohort, personal coaching and a highly engaged alumni network, making it a good fit for students seeking a faster, intensive route.

Key advantages

One-year intensive format
Small cohorts and personal coaching
Strong alumni network
Specialised tracks
Close to Toronto and Ottawa
Strong leadership development

Programme & duration: Full-time MBA: about 12 months (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $90,000 – $115,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+
Entry requirements: Four-year bachelor’s degree, GMAT/GRE, 2–3+ years’ work experience, essays, references and interview.
Average Work Experience: Average about 5 years of work experience; typical class age 28–30
GMAT / GRE Requirement: GMAT: average about 650+ (GRE accepted)

Employability & placement

Graduates enter consulting, banking, corporate leadership and technology roles, with a strong pipeline to the Greater Toronto Area.

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in leadership, organisational behaviour, analytics and strategy.

Course

Economics

Offered by Department of Economics

QS Economics

QS Economics Rank: Top 100 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Queen’s Economics offers a well-regarded one-year MA with small classes, close faculty supervision and strong placement into Ottawa’s policy sector and doctoral programmes.

Key advantages

Small classes and close supervision
Strong policy and Ottawa links
Well-regarded in Canada
Good PhD placement
Quantitative training
Supportive community

Programme & duration: MA in Economics: about 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $20,000 – $35,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+
Entry requirements: Four-year bachelor’s degree in economics with strong grades and mathematics preparation. References and statement of purpose.

Employability & placement

Graduates work for the federal government, the Bank of Canada, consultancies and financial institutions, or progress to PhD study.

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in labour, health and development economics, econometrics and public economics.

Course

Chemical Engineering

Offered by Department of Chemical Engineering

QS Chemical Engineering

QS Chemical Engineering Rank: Top 200 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Queen’s chemical engineering is a small, research-focused department with close supervision and strengths in polymers, biomaterials and environmental engineering.

Key advantages

Small cohorts and close supervision
Polymers and biomaterials research
MASc and MEng options
Strong alumni network
Environmental engineering focus
Friendly campus

Programme & duration: MASc or MEng: 1–2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $15,000 – $40,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+
Entry requirements: Four-year bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a related field with a strong average. References and statement; MASc requires a supervisor.

Employability & placement

Graduates work in process engineering, environmental consulting and materials, or proceed to doctoral research.

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in polymers, biomaterials, environmental engineering and catalysis.

Course

Civil Engineering

Offered by Department of Civil Engineering

QS Civil & Structural Engineering

QS Civil & Structural Engineering Rank: Top 200 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Queen’s civil engineering department offers a research-focused environment with strengths in geotechnical and structural engineering, and a close, supportive community.

Key advantages

Small cohorts and close supervision
Geotechnical and structural research
MASc and MEng options
Strong alumni network
Supportive community
Close to Toronto and Ottawa

Programme & duration: MASc or MEng: 1–2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $15,000 – $40,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+
Entry requirements: Four-year bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field with a strong average. References and statement; MASc requires a supervisor.

Employability & placement

Graduates join consulting, infrastructure and construction firms, or continue to doctoral research.

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in geotechnical engineering, structures, water resources and mining-related infrastructure.

Course

Electrical Engineering

Offered by Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

QS Electrical & Electronic Engineering

QS Electrical & Electronic Engineering Rank: Top 200 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Queen’s ECE department offers research in communications, power systems and control, with close supervision and a strong alumni community.

Key advantages

Small cohorts and close supervision
Communications and control research
MASc and MEng options
Strong alumni network
Supportive community
Close to Toronto and Ottawa

Programme & duration: MASc or MEng: 1–2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $15,000 – $40,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+
Entry requirements: Four-year bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering or a related field with a strong average. References and statement; MASc requires a supervisor.

Employability & placement

Graduates work in communications, utilities and technology, or continue to doctoral research.

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in communications, power systems, control and signal processing.

Course

Mechanical Engineering

Offered by Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering

QS Mechanical Engineering

QS Mechanical Engineering Rank: Top 200 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Queen’s mechanical and materials engineering department offers a research-focused environment with strengths in materials, mechanics and thermal sciences.

Key advantages

Small cohorts and close supervision
Materials and mechanics research
MASc and MEng options
Strong alumni network
Supportive community
Close to Toronto and Ottawa

Programme & duration: MASc or MEng: 1–2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $15,000 – $40,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+
Entry requirements: Four-year bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field with a strong average. References and statement; MASc requires a supervisor.

Employability & placement

Graduates work in manufacturing, energy and design roles, or continue to doctoral research.

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in materials engineering, mechanics, thermal sciences and manufacturing.

Course

Biomedical Science

Offered by Faculty of Health Sciences

QS Biological Sciences

QS Biological Sciences Rank: Top 200 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Queen’s offers research-focused biomedical programmes with close supervision, small cohorts and a supportive community.

Key advantages

Small cohorts and close supervision
Cancer and infection research strengths
Supportive community
Funding often available
Hospital research partnerships
Close to Toronto and Ottawa

Programme & duration: MSc Biomedical and Molecular Sciences / Pathology and Molecular Medicine: 2 years
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $9,000 – $20,000 per year; funding often available (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+
Entry requirements: Four-year bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related field with a strong average. A supervisor must agree to supervise; references and research statement.

Employability & placement

Graduates progress to PhD or medical programmes or join clinical research and biotechnology organisations.

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in cancer biology, infection and immunity, neuroscience and molecular medicine.

Course

Nursing

Offered by School of Nursing

QS Nursing

QS Nursing Rank: Top 150 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Queen’s School of Nursing offers research-focused graduate study with close supervision and strong health-system collaboration.

Key advantages

Small cohorts and close supervision
Research-focused programmes
Strong health-system collaboration
Supportive community
Close to Toronto and Ottawa
Interprofessional learning

Programme & duration: MScN / Master of Nursing: 1.5–2 years
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $15,000 – $30,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 7.0 overall (min 6.5–7.0 in each band; clinical streams may require more)TOEFL iBT: 92+PTE: 65+
Entry requirements: Four-year BScN or equivalent with a strong average and RN registration for clinical streams. References and statement of intent.

Employability & placement

Graduates work in clinical leadership, education and research roles; registration rules apply to clinical streams.

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in aging, chronic illness, mental health and health systems.

Course

Psychology

Offered by Department of Psychology

QS Psychology

QS Psychology Rank: Top 200 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Queen’s Department of Psychology offers research-focused graduate study with small cohorts and strong faculty supervision.

Key advantages

Small cohorts and close supervision
Cognitive and clinical research strengths
Funding often available
Supportive community
Close to Toronto and Ottawa
Strong alumni network

Programme & duration: MSc (research-based): 2 years
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $9,000 – $20,000 per year; funding often available (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+
Entry requirements: Four-year bachelor’s degree in psychology with a strong average and research experience. A supervisor must agree to supervise; references and statement of research interests.

Employability & placement

Graduates progress to doctoral study or applied roles in research, health and policy.

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in cognitive neuroscience, clinical psychology and social psychology.

Course

Sports Science

Offered by School of Kinesiology and Health Studies

QS Sports-Related Subjects

QS Sports-Related Subjects Rank: Top 150 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Queen’s School of Kinesiology and Health Studies offers research-focused graduate study with small cohorts and close supervision.

Key advantages

Small cohorts and close supervision
Strong research facilities
Funding often available
Supportive community
Close to Toronto and Ottawa
Strong alumni network

Programme & duration: MSc / MA in Kinesiology: 2 years
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $10,000 – $22,000 per year; funding often available (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+
Entry requirements: Four-year bachelor’s degree in kinesiology or a related field with a strong average. A supervisor must agree to supervise; references and research statement.

Employability & placement

Graduates work in rehabilitation, sport and health research, or progress to doctoral study.

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in exercise physiology, biomechanics, sport psychology and health studies.

Course

Law (LLM)

Offered by Faculty of Law

QS Law

QS Law Rank: Top 100 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Queen’s Faculty of Law offers a small, research-focused LLM with close supervision and strengths in public law, human rights and business law.

Key advantages

Small cohorts and close supervision
Public law and human-rights strengths
Business law options
Supportive community
Close to Toronto and Ottawa
Strong alumni network

Programme & duration: LLM (thesis or course-based): 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $20,000 – $40,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+
Entry requirements: Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB/JD or equivalent) with strong grades. References, statement of purpose and writing sample.

Employability & placement

Graduates work in government, policy and academia; the LLM alone does not qualify graduates to practise in Canada (NCA/bar admission rules apply).

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in public law, human rights, business law and legal theory.

Course

International Relations

Offered by Department of Political Studies

QS Politics & IR

QS Politics & IR Rank: Top 150 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: Top 300 (2026)

Queen’s Department of Political Studies offers a one-year MA with strengths in international relations and Canadian foreign policy, with small cohorts and close supervision.

Key advantages

Small cohorts and close supervision
Canadian foreign policy strengths
One-year format
Funding often available
Close to Ottawa
Strong alumni network

Programme & duration: MA in Political Studies (international relations stream): 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. CAD $15,000 – $30,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: September (main intake); January for selected programmes
English requirement: IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+
Entry requirements: Four-year bachelor’s degree in political science or a related field with a strong average. Writing sample, statement of purpose and references.

Employability & placement

Graduates work in government, policy research and non-profit roles, or progress to doctoral study.

Student experience

Kingston is a historic waterfront university town where Queen’s offers an intimate campus experience, small classes and an exceptionally loyal alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in international relations, Canadian foreign policy, security studies and comparative politics.

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