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    Applying to NPSIA for 2018

    in Statement of Purpose, Personal History, Diversity

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    @sandradee I would choose Uppsala over anything without even thinking about it. I actually wanted to do their Master in Peace and Conflict studies, I met some people that were doing it and they were really happy about it . I don't even have words to describe my experience there, it was just ... raw happiness ? I decided to do my exchange there because I'm interested in development and environment. The university is among the best in the world in those subjects and is well known in general as well. The professors were really nice and I absolutely loved the courses. They were super interesting. However, in case you don't know, their system is not the same as here. They have one class per month (or one that is over two months) instead of having them all at the same time. I love it, but some people do not.

    Also, I felt a connection with Sweden that I don't have with Canada. I know I want to live there or in a nordic country after my studies. It felt like home and for the first time, I felt like I belong somewhere (I don't know why I don't like Canada...) I have no clue what I could do there, though. So I understand your dilemma. Doing a program in Ottawa to work for the government is, in my opinion, a very logical move. That's why I am doing it. NPSIA also opens a lot of doors. But as I said, I would go to Uppsala without hesitation if I was provided with funding. Having experience overseas if also very important and it makes you stand out. Uppsala is an amazing city, Swedes are so so nice. I had the chance to live with 6 of them and 4 international students in my dorm. They are like family to me. I can only recommend it.

    Applying to NPSIA for 2018

    in Statement of Purpose, Personal History, Diversity

    Posted · Edited by Chuupa

    @alexma63 Hahaha, I recognize you from your présentation on the FB group. As I mentionned, I spent 4 months in Sweden and I was in Uppsala.  It was the best time of my life and I honestly never felt this happy. If it wasn't so expensive, I 100% would have apply for a master there. So if you have any question about the University, the city, Sweden or anything, feel to write to me :) ! 

    And thank you for your input about housing. I'll look on Kijiji. 1000$+ is a bit too much for me haha but its also the price of some dorms in UOttawa :') Pretty sure I'll end up writing to you.

     

    Applying to NPSIA for 2018

    in Statement of Purpose, Personal History, Diversity

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    So, I got into both GSPIA and SIDGS :D ! But I am not too sure which one to pick... I feel like for what I want to do later, GSPIA is exactly what I need. However, I absolutely love development and I'd like to do research on that subject (especially on the environment). The professors at GSPIA are amazing, but it looks like they're more interested in defense/conflicts, etc... I also don't really know what are the careers opportunities with a master in development. I'm lost. I read from last year's topic that the work load for the first year at GSPIA is really intense, which kinda scares me. It's more relaxed at SIDGS, so I thought I could do more extra activities. 

    I also got a TAship from SIDGS, which is nice. I called GSPIA and they told me they give TAship to students with 8,5/10 and I have 8/10 haha. I'd like to work to limit the student loans as well. I hate to make decisions. 

    Applying to NPSIA for 2018

    in Statement of Purpose, Personal History, Diversity

    Posted · Edited by Chuupa

    I think french is definitively easier than certain languages, but the grammar is awful (I speak as a native french speaker). My neighbour tried multiple times to take the french exam for I'm not too sure what and failed everytime time. She eventually gave up. I don't know which level they expect people to reach, but being bilingual with french is hard, especially for the writing part. 

    I think taking extra courses is a good idea ! I can also help, I did that before :)

    Applying to NPSIA for 2018

    in Statement of Purpose, Personal History, Diversity

    Posted · Edited by Chuupa

    13 hours ago, limbsun said:

    @Chuupa Hey, I think the status remains "under evaluation" until you finally move to "Accepted." I checked an hour early before getting accepted and it said: "under evaluation." Good luck and I hope you'll hear good news in a few days/weeks.

    Also, CONGRATS to all who have been accepted to NPSIA!!! I kinda regret not applying there lol

    Thank you for the info ! I hope so too,  didn't think it would be that stressful... 

    I also regret not trying NPSIA in the end haha

    Applying to NPSIA for 2018

    in Statement of Purpose, Personal History, Diversity

    Posted

    @limbsun 32K per year is crazy !  Though, you might have some fundings, right ? It could help you ! Life in Toronto is really expensive, too, yeah... but perhaps with the US$ being stronger than the CAN$, it would be better ? I wish you good luck for the rest of your application as well ! Hopefully we'll all get what we want.

    @Omie Oh, you speak french ? Génial haha. Since you did your undergrad in Ottawa, do you have any input about the city ? Coming from Montreal, I'm afraid I'll be bored hahaha. I've been to Ottawa 2 times in my life, but I was quite young. Your stats look good ! Good luck :) And we'll all wait together, it should help

    Applying to NPSIA for 2018

    in Statement of Purpose, Personal History, Diversity

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    @Delidas These are all incredible schools ! I know a lot of people at Sciences Po and they all have wonderful things to say, except maybe for the competitive aspect of it (but they are currently doing their BA there, met through my exchange in Sweden this fall... Maybe it's different for the MA). As for IHEID, I met a guy from there who loved it and a girl in one of my class in currently studying there, she also said it's really nice. I wanted to apply, but Switzerland is just too expensive for me. Perhaps for a PhD eventually hahaha. I hope for you you'll get a positive answer ! It would be an amazing experience.  March is actually quite early, I am also suprised that you heard from Sciences Po. I have a lot of friends from France, Belgium and they will all know around april/may if not later for certain schools ! 

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