Honours Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with at least a B+ average (equivalent to a McMaster 8.5 GPA out of 12) in the final year of study. This requirement is consistent with the Faculty of Graduate Studies admissions requirements.

For applicants whose first language is not English and who did not attend an English-speaking university for their undergraduate degree, a test of English language proficiency is required. Minimal score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL are: written score 600 or computer 250, or Internet-based test IBT = 92, reading = 22, speaking = 24, listening = 24, and writing = 22.
Applicants will be asked to submit the following documents with their application:

A curriculum vitae or resume.

A personal statement approximately 500 words in length that speaks to a particular digital technology of interest to the applicant, its associated opportunities and challenges, and what policymakers do to try to limit harms while promoting the benefits of said technology.

Two letters of reference from academic referees (i.e. professors or research supervisors). If the applicant has relevant work experience, one of the two letters of reference may be from an employer.

Official transcripts from every degree-granting institution attended.
The admissions committee will review every application to the program to ensure that prospective students have the necessary academic background, proficiency in English, and relevant experience to enrol in the MPP in Digital Society.

Those students who are short-listed based on this review will be offered an interview. Interviews will be conducted via video conference or telephone.