Master of Arts (Native Studies)

Frequently asked questions

• How much does Master of Arts (Native Studies) cost?

  CAD 10,519 / year.

• What English score does it need?

  IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.

• What are the entry requirements?

  For the MA program, the Faculty of Native Studies’ minimum admission requirements are an undergraduate degree with an admission GPA of at least 3.0 on the 4- point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution. The admission GPA will be calculated on the last 60 units of graded coursework completed, or on the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded coursework. This is, however, a competitive process – a 3.0 GPA is necessary but may not be sufficient. The Faculty of Native Studies’ minimum admission requirements for the dissertation-based PhD in Indigenous Studies program are a master’s degree with an admission GPA of at least 3.3 on the 4- point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution. The admission GPA will be calculated on the last 60 units of graded coursework completed, or on the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded coursework. Applicants to the MA program should have at least 12 units of undergraduate courses in Native Studies or courses with significant Indigenous content. Where applicable, all applicants must meet the minimum English Language Requirement set by the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies. For the MA program, applicants are also required to submit the following: a two page statement of the proposed area of research An example of academic work appropriate to the application Three letters of reference (preferably academic) A current resume or curriculum vitae For the PhD program, applicants are also required to submit the following: a statement detailing (a) research interest(s), and (b) background, commitment and scholarly preparedness for advanced, independent research in Indigenous Studies and related fields An example of academic work appropriate to the application Three letters of reference (preferably academic) A current resume or curriculum vitae Confirmation of a research supervisor is required in order to be admitted. Students are also required to have had a discussion with their preferred supervisor. For details on the application deadline, application procedures and information on financial assistance see the Faculty of Native Studies website . APPLY NOW ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Faculty: Native Studies Delivery Mode: On Campus Program Type: Thesis Based Degree L · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; PTE Academic 61 · English test waiver: Applicants may satisfy the requirement without a test by holding a degree, or its academic equivalent, from an institution recognised by the University of Alberta at which the language of instruction is English; GPS also maintains a list of international post-secondary institutions at which the language requirement is English. The requirement is not waived for students temporarily in Canada, and departments and GPS may require further demonstration of proficiency. Source: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/graduate-studies/resources/policies-procedures/graduate-program-manual/section-5-admissions/5-8-english-language-proficiency-requirement.html · Application fee: CAD 135.00 for all applications to graduate programs, charged at the end of the online application and payable by credit card only (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover; Visa/Mastercard debit and prepaid cards are not accepted). Source: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/graduate-studies/resources/policies-procedures/graduate-program-manual/section-5-admissions/5-4-application-fee.html

• Is there a scholarship?

  The Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies administers over CAD 35 million each year in scholarships, awards and financial support for graduate students; opportunities vary by faculty. GPS states that there are limited funding opportunities for students in part-time graduate study or completing a certificate programme. Source View scholarship page