
Course at a Glance
- MasterDegree level
- 1.5 yearsDuration
- Guelph, CanadaLocation
- art, civil service, communications, crime, culture, data, european identities, european studies, food, francophone, french, french literature, french studies, gender, government, human perceptions & behaviour, identity, identity formation, international…Field of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- GuelphCampus
- Master of ArtsAwards
- $20,513Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
The MA in Integrated Humanities allows students the option of specializing in French Studies or in European Studies, to combine elements from both, to focus on Latin American and Caribbean Studies, or in Art History: Theory and Practice. It is designed to provide students with a flexible, inter- and transdisciplinary approach.
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Students gain expertise and develop research skills in a variety of areas: France, Quebec and French-Canadian Literatures and cultures, Latin American, Caribbean and African Literatures and cultures, European literatures and cultures and Middle Eastern perspectives on Europe, discourses on identity, analysis of the visual arts and approaches in Art History, and pedagogical practices. The program has two common core courses taught in English: Research Methods and Professional Practices and five fields of study: "French Studies" (taught in French), "European Studies"
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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
- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeFull-time; part-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Completion of an undergraduate honours degree or equivalent from a recognised university with a grade average of at least 70% (B-) in the last four semesters (normally the last two years) of full-time study. Two referee assessment forms and transcripts from every post-secondary institution attended are required. Programme minimum admission average: 77% (stated range 77-79%). Programme-specific requirements: Candidates for admission must hold a BA in an honours program or equivalent from a recognized university. The applicant must have achieved a grade average of at least B+ in the work of their last four semesters or last two undergraduate years (full-time equivalent). A reading competence in a European language in addition to English is recommended for the European Studies field, a reading competence in Spanish or French is recommended for the Latin American and Caribbean Studies field, while French proficiency is required for the French Studies and Francophone Studies and Transcultural Europe fields. Dual Degree Program: MA Integrated Humanities (University of Guelph) / MA Linguistics and Literary Studies (Vrije Universiteit Brussel) Prospective dual degree students must meet the admission requirements of both individual programs. Admission requirements for the MA in Linguistics and Literary · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 89; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Certification is required only where the applicant's first language is not English. Other accepted tests: CAEL 70 overall; MELAB 85; Oxford English Language Level Test (ELLT) 7. The advanced level of the University of Guelph English Language Certificate Program (ELCP) satisfies the requirement; admission may also be offered on condition of completing the Graduate Preparation Program (GPP, two semesters). · GRE/GMAT: Required by some departments; the Graduate Calendar states that where the GRE or GMAT is required it is listed with the programme's own admission information. · Application fee: CAD 125.00 (non-refundable, payable to OUAC)
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- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$20,513 CAD / year≈ $15,083 / year
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsNo programme-specific funding section is published on this programme page. University-wide, Guelph publishes for graduate students: guaranteed funding packages for students in eligible programs (PhD minimum funding levels are set across all Colleges; master's-level funding varies by program); Graduate Teaching, Research and Service Assistantships (GTA/GRA/GSA); merit-based entrance, in-course and travel scholarships "available to both domestic and international students in course-based and thesis-based programs"; need-based bursaries; Indigenous Graduate Scholarships; and awards for Black, Persons of Colour or Racialized students. For international students Guelph names International Doctoral Tuition Scholarships (up to four years) and International Master's Tuition Scholarships "for both course-based and thesis-based programs", plus external awards (Ontario Graduate Scholarship; tri-agency NSERC/SSHRC/CIHR, with doctoral-level awards now open to international students; Mitacs; Trudeau; Fulbright; Rhodes). Per-award eligibility is in Guelph's Graduate Award Search Tool. SourceView 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: Fall (September) entry: 15 August; Winter (January) entry: 16 September (international applicant deadlines as published by the University; year not shown on the programme page)
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Integrated Humanities, MA cost?
CAD 20,513 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
1.5 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Completion of an undergraduate honours degree or equivalent from a recognised university with a grade average of at least 70% (B-) in the last four semesters (normally the last two years) of full-time study. Two referee assessment forms and transcripts from every post-secondary institution attended are required. Programme minimum admission average: 77% (stated range 77-79%). Programme-specific requirements: Candidates for admission must hold a BA in an honours program or equivalent from a recognized university. The applicant must have achieved a grade average of at least B+ in the work of their last four semesters or last two undergraduate years (full-time equivalent). A reading competence in a European language in addition to English is recommended for the European Studies field, a reading competence in Spanish or French is recommended for the Latin American and Caribbean Studies field, while French proficiency is required for the French Studies and Francophone Studies and Transcultural Europe fields. Dual Degree Program: MA Integrated Humanities (University of Guelph) / MA Linguistics and Literary Studies (Vrije Universiteit Brussel) Prospective dual degree students must meet the admission requirements of both individual programs. Admission requirements for the MA in Linguistics and Literary · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 89; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Certification is required only where the applicant's first language is not English. Other accepted tests: CAEL 70 overall; MELAB 85; Oxford English Language Level Test (ELLT) 7. The advanced level of the University of Guelph English Language Certificate Program (ELCP) satisfies the requirement; admission may also be offered on condition of completing the Graduate Preparation Program (GPP, two semesters). · GRE/GMAT: Required by some departments; the Graduate Calendar states that where the GRE or GMAT is required it is listed with the programme's own admission information. · Application fee: CAD 125.00 (non-refundable, payable to OUAC)
Is there a scholarship?
No programme-specific funding section is published on this programme page. University-wide, Guelph publishes for graduate students: guaranteed funding packages for students in eligible programs (PhD minimum funding levels are set across all Colleges; master's-level funding varies by program); Graduate Teaching, Research and Service Assistantships (GTA/GRA/GSA); merit-based entrance, in-course and travel scholarships "available to both domestic and international students in course-based and thesis-based programs"; need-based bursaries; Indigenous Graduate Scholarships; and awards for Black, Persons of Colour or Racialized students. For international students Guelph names International Doctoral Tuition Scholarships (up to four years) and International Master's Tuition Scholarships "for both course-based and thesis-based programs", plus external awards (Ontario Graduate Scholarship; tri-agency NSERC/SSHRC/CIHR, with doctoral-level awards now open to international students; Mitacs; Trudeau; Fulbright; Rhodes). Per-award eligibility is in Guelph's Graduate Award Search Tool. Source View scholarship page
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