University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research

Native Studies

University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research

Faculty:Native Studies
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Aboriginal Studies
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $4,827

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Description:

The Faculty of Native Studies distinctively combines Indigenous community knowledge and concerns with the scholarly standards and methods of a research-intensive university to offer multidisciplinary education in a rigorous, respectful academic environment attentive to local, national, and international concerns.

In this scholarly and methodological context, the MA in Native Studies emphasizes research strengths in the faculty:

  • Critical Indigenous Theory,
  • Indigenous Governance,
  • Indigenous Peoples and Place (with emphasis on the Prairies);
  • Indigenous Sexualities, Genders, and Feminisms.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*79
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    A four-year undergraduate degree with a cumulative average of a minimum of 3.0 GPA (on a four point letter grading scale) in the last ★60 of the program with normally at least ★12 of undergraduate courses in Native Studies or courses with significant Aboriginal content. This is, however, a competitive process – a 3.0 GPA is necessary but may not be sufficient.
    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 88] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60]
    Application Notes : Applicants may require to prove their proficiency in the English language if required.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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