Dr. Jacob Kovalio

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jacob Kovalio is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at Carleton University, specializing in Modern Japan, diplomatic politics, and Japanese Asian nationalism. He has extensive research interests including Japanese diplomatic history, foreign policy, political culture, antisemitism, Chinese hegemonism, and international relations in the Indo-Pacific area of the 21st century. He has contributed significantly to the study of Japan-Canada relations, receiving multiple awards for his efforts, including the 2021 Order of the Rising Sun from the Government of Japan, which recognizes his promotion of Japanese studies in Canada. His academic journey has included fellowships with the Japan Foundation and a leadership role in the Japan Studies Association Canada. Kovalio's work also involves organizing key conferences on Canada-Japan relations and he has published various writings addressing important issues of Japanese and international relevance.

Research Interests

Awards

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Order of the Rising Sun Gold Rays Rosette

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Foreign Minister Japan's Commendation

2014-09-01

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.