Course at a Glance
- MasterDegree level
- Thesis – 6 terms (2 years)Duration
- Main Campus, Hamilton (St. Catharines main campus and Hamilton site), CanadaLocation
- Faculty of Social SciencesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Main Campus, Hamilton (St. Catharines main campus and Hamilton site)Campus
- Master of ArtsAwards
- $20,176Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Brock University offers a Master of Arts (MA) in Applied Disability Studies. Students can specialize in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) or Leadership, Diversity, Community, and Culture (LDCC).
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The Association for Behavior Analyst International verified the ABA course sequence for completing the course requirements to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst®. The LDCC program provides graduate-level training across key areas for career advancement in the disability sector. In addition to coursework and practicum/internship placements, the MA program requires the student to complete an original research study and write an MA thesis under the supervision of a faculty member and a thesis committee. The program is highly competitive, with enrollment in the MA program currently limited to 6-10 new students per year (including both specializations).
Is this course right for you?
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeFull-time; part-time available
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Admission requirements: Check the university requirements and the program requirements . | Complete the online application and submit the non-refundable application fee. | You will need to submit your transcripts as well as the following program-specific materials: | Three references are required. Academic references are preferred. Some applicants may have difficulty obtaining academic references, and therefore, it may be more appropriate to obtain references from professionals with whom you have worked (e.g. Manager, Supervisor, Senior Colleague…). In all cases, the information should relate to the ability of the applicant to undertake graduate studies in the diploma program. You will provide your references when you complete the online application. | Curriculum Vitae: this should indicate the applicant’s education, employment, teaching and research activities/experience and publications/presentations (if any). Please use the following template for the CV . | A Statement of Intent and demonstrated commitment to the field of disabilities and/or Applied Behaviour Analysis, of no more than two pages in length (12 pt font Time New Roman, single or double spaced), describing your academic, employment, volunteer, and/or personal experience in the field. This statement should include the applicant’s research interests and an indication of which faculty members the applicant would prefer as possible thesis supervisors. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 88; PTE Academic 60 · English test waiver: Exemption available: post-secondary study of three or more years (master's applicants) or two or more years (doctoral applicants) at an institution in one of Brock's exempt countries where English was the primary language of instruction. Waivers are approved rarely and only in exceptional circumstances, via the English Language Proficiency (Self-Report) form on the Brock Portal. Pathway agreements exist with ILAC (University Pathway III, Level 3.3), ILSC (UPP Advanced Level 2) and CLLC (UPP Level 7), but these do not satisfy programmes with higher requirements. Source: https://brocku.ca/graduate-studies/future-students/international/english-language-proficiency/ · Application fee: CAD 120.00 (OUAC, non-refundable) · Deposit: CAD 1000.00 - 2000.00 (typical range published by Brock for international master's applicants; exact amount, if required, is stated in the offer letter; non-refundable)
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$20,176 CAD / year≈ $14,835 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsBrock publishes graduate funding and awards through the Faculty of Graduate Studies (Brock Horizon Graduate Scholarship, FGS awards, international sponsorships/scholarships); no single automatic entry award is published for international graduate applicants. SeeView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: December 1st (ABA specialization and LDCC specialization) | Applications submitted after the deadline may be looked at on a first-come, first-served basis. International applicants interested in applying after the posted application deadline should conta…
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- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Applied Disability Studies (MA) cost?
CAD 20,176 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
Thesis – 6 terms (2 years), as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Admission requirements: Check the university requirements and the program requirements . | Complete the online application and submit the non-refundable application fee. | You will need to submit your transcripts as well as the following program-specific materials: | Three references are required. Academic references are preferred. Some applicants may have difficulty obtaining academic references, and therefore, it may be more appropriate to obtain references from professionals with whom you have worked (e.g. Manager, Supervisor, Senior Colleague…). In all cases, the information should relate to the ability of the applicant to undertake graduate studies in the diploma program. You will provide your references when you complete the online application. | Curriculum Vitae: this should indicate the applicant’s education, employment, teaching and research activities/experience and publications/presentations (if any). Please use the following template for the CV . | A Statement of Intent and demonstrated commitment to the field of disabilities and/or Applied Behaviour Analysis, of no more than two pages in length (12 pt font Time New Roman, single or double spaced), describing your academic, employment, volunteer, and/or personal experience in the field. This statement should include the applicant’s research interests and an indication of which faculty members the applicant would prefer as possible thesis supervisors. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 88; PTE Academic 60 · English test waiver: Exemption available: post-secondary study of three or more years (master's applicants) or two or more years (doctoral applicants) at an institution in one of Brock's exempt countries where English was the primary language of instruction. Waivers are approved rarely and only in exceptional circumstances, via the English Language Proficiency (Self-Report) form on the Brock Portal. Pathway agreements exist with ILAC (University Pathway III, Level 3.3), ILSC (UPP Advanced Level 2) and CLLC (UPP Level 7), but these do not satisfy programmes with higher requirements. Source: https://brocku.ca/graduate-studies/future-students/international/english-language-proficiency/ · Application fee: CAD 120.00 (OUAC, non-refundable) · Deposit: CAD 1000.00 - 2000.00 (typical range published by Brock for international master's applicants; exact amount, if required, is stated in the offer letter; non-refundable)
Is there a scholarship?
Brock publishes graduate funding and awards through the Faculty of Graduate Studies (Brock Horizon Graduate Scholarship, FGS awards, international sponsorships/scholarships); no single automatic entry award is published for international graduate applicants. See View scholarship page
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