Dr. André Lecours

Professor

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Biography

André Lecours is a Full Professor in the School of Political Studies at the University of Ottawa. His main research interests include Canadian politics, European politics, and nationalism, particularly focusing on Quebec, Scotland, Flanders, and the Basque Country. He has contributed significantly to the academic discourse on federalism and institutionalist theory. His notable works include "New Institutionalism: Theory and Analysis," published by University of Toronto Press in 2005, and "Basque Nationalism and the Spanish State," published by University of Nevada Press in 2007. He also co-authored "Nationalism, Social Policy, and Politics of Territorial Solidarity" with Daniel Béland, which was published by Oxford University Press in 2008. Lecours' research has examined various aspects of self-determination processes and fiscal federalism in Canada, with particular attention to the implications of these processes in different political contexts.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History