Leadership Studies (MEd)

Frequently asked questions

• How much does Leadership Studies (MEd) cost?

  CAD 8,571 / year.

• What English score does it need?

  IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.

• How long is it?

  5 academic terms, as listed by the university.

• What are the entry requirements?

  Ensure you meet the minimum graduate school admission requirements . You must demonstrate English language proficiency to attend UVic. Learn about language requirements for EPLS programs , including allowable exemptions and tests. Program specific requirements At least 3 years of relevant work experience or a leadership role in education, community and/or public service. - Experience examples: adult educator, school teacher, principal or administrator, college or university professor or administrator, language instructor (school or adults), community practitioner, leader and/or animator, administrator, mentor, volunteer, director, cultural worker/community artist, program coordinator, community development officer, literacy worker, community organiser, librarian, politician, outreach worker, nurse, union steward, activist, social worker or advocate for the elderly or disabled. - Area examples: governmental or other public body or office, non-governmental, community, voluntary, social movement and activist organizations and agencies, schools, higher education institutions, research institutes or agencies, military or justice system, health and social care sector, arts and cultural institutions/sector, recreation and outdoor education centres, research and advocacy institutions, unions, libraries or council offices. As part of your application, you will need to submit the following: - Two satisfactory assessment reports (part of online application) - A brief résumé - A letter of intent. It should not exceed 2 pages and use the following sub-headings: - Past experience: Tell us briefly about your past studies including college and university degrees, other diploma or certificate courses. You should also include other types of lifelong learning activities such as community workshops or union training. Tell us about the different types of educational practice you are accustomed to, and how you will respond or adapt to our seminar style of teaching. Include any leadership roles you have played in a university, school, community, non-profit sector, etc. This section should be a maximum of 1⁄2 page. ** Academic and career goals: With the diverse types of courses offered in this program courses offered in this program in mind, talk briefly about the courses that align with your academic interests and future career or work goals. This section will be a maximum of 1/2... IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no section less than 6.0 (Academic IELTS only, test centre or online; IELTS Academic One Skill Retake accepted); TOEFL iBT for tests taken after 21 January 2026: 4.5 overall with no section less than 4.0; for tests taken before 21 January 2026: 90 overall with no section less than 20 (iBT test centre or Home Edition; MyBest Scores accepted); PTE 65 with no skill less than 60; CAEL 70 with no component below 60; MET 64 with no section less than 60; Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 180 with no component below 170. Test scores more than two years old are not accepted. Individual departments may set a higher standard. (Source: UVic Graduate Admissions, Language proficiency.) · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; PTE Academic 65 · English test waiver: Requirement already met if English is your primary language, you hold a degree from a designated English-speaking country, or you hold a degree from a recognized institution at which the language of instruction is English. Applicants who cannot provide proof may still be considered and complete UVic's University Admission Preparation (UAP) course with a grade of at least 80%, provided the prospective academic unit is willing to admit on that condition; UAP is a 12-week program offered in January, April and September, and in an intensive four-week summer format. UVic does not accept university English preparation courses from other institutions. · Application fee: CAD 187.00 if any documents originate outside Canada; CAD 145.25 if all documents originate within Canada (payable online by credit card; the application is not processed until payment is received). Source: UVic Graduate Admissions, How to apply.

• Is there a scholarship?

  Graduate students admitted to a graduate degree programs are automatically considered for a fellowship, based on a qualifying GPA. Individual fellowship amounts may vary depending on the program. UVic Fellowships - Up to $20,000 per year (master's) Eligibility - The minimum requirement for UVic fellowship consideration is a B+ average on the last two years of course work - To receive your payment, UVic fellowship holders must be registered in a minimum of 1.5 units of graduate level courses - Full-time registration for students registered with the Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) is 1.5 units You can also join the co-op program or work as a research or teaching assistant . Funding opportunities