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Model United Nations Course

The Model United Nations course is designed to sharpen students' diplomacy, public speaking, and international relations skills while representing countries at the National Model United Nations (NMUN) conference in New York City.

Course Details

• The course takes place every winter semester on Tuesdays from 2:30 to 5:20 pm in room SMD330.
• The course is sanctioned by six units.
• Through participation in in-class activities, students will gain understanding and experience of international diplomacy, familiarity with current issues, and confidence in their communication skills.

Application Process

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Be registered in an Honours Bachelor program
• Have completed a minimum of 54 credits in their program at the time of application
• Have at least 6 units available among their elective or optional courses
• Speak fluent English
• Be able to participate in the course in person
• Have a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 6.0
• Have in-depth knowledge of international relations or international law
• Be able to defend ideas in public
• Be able to participate in person at a preparatory conference (QMUN) and at NMUN in New York City
• Be able to pay the necessary costs linked to the QMUN and NMUN trips
• Be able to travel legally to the United States

Application Procedure

• Interested students must submit their candidacy by completing the online application form by October 6, 2025, before midnight.
• Candidates will be selected according to their experiences and knowledge that could be deemed useful to Model United Nations conferences.
• Selected students will receive an email to schedule interviews.

Costs

• Expenses for the trip are the responsibility of the students (usually around $1800 CAD).
• Students who participate will receive an international mobility bursary of $500.
• The fee includes:
  • Round-trip transportation to QMUN and NMUN
  • Hotel accommodations for QMUN and NMUN
  • Delegate fees for NMUN and QMUN
• Additional costs (not included):
  • Food: students should budget approximately $60 USD per day for NMUN
  • Visa, if required
  • Personal expenses/sightseeing/souvenirs

Important Dates

• Information session: September 22, 2025, from 12 to 1:30 pm
• Deadline to submit application form: October 6, 2025, before midnight
• Course registration (if admitted): November 2025
• QMUN: February 13 and 14, 2026
• NMUN: April 5 to 11, 2026