Dr. Line Beauchesne

Professor

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Biography

PhD in Political Science, specialized in philosophy of law and state, Line Beauchesne is a full professor in the Department of Criminology at the University of Ottawa and an associate professor in the Department of Community Health at the University of Sherbrooke. She is the author of numerous theses, articles, and books on drug policy, including five books addressing drugs and health promotion. Her notable works include 'The Legalization of Cannabis in Canada: Between Commercialization and Prohibition 2.0' and 'Drugs: Current Issues and New Reflections on their Regulation.' Line has taught for 40 years on policing issues and authored a book on community policing titled 'Community Policing: A Smoke Screen' and another on women in policing. She is a founding member of the Canadian Foundation for Drug Policy and has participated in various international research groups regarding drug issues. Her extensive academic career is complemented by her involvement in committees and her guidance in graduate programs.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

1985-07-01 — Present

University of Ottawa • Ottawa

Teaching courses on drugs and criminal justice, police and security services.

Associate Professor

1999-09-01 — Present

University of Sherbrooke • Sherbrooke

Member of undergraduate and graduate program committees.

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