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37 Master's degrees in Area & Cultural Studies in Canada

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Arts Administration and Cultural Management

The Arts Administration and Cultural Management graduate certificate programme from Humber Polytechnic is for those who wish to combine their passion for arts, culture and heritage with business acumen and management skills. 

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus
1½ year$13,811/yr

Cultural Studies

Interdisciplinary in spirit and theoretical in emphasis, Trent University’s Cultural Studies M.A. and Ph.D.  programmes focus on contemporary issues in the humanities and social sciences from the perspectives of critical, cultural and political theory.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$11,414/yr
York University4,0(144)
Toronto, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Communication and Culture

The Communication and Culture MA at York University is a five-term programme delivered in a public study mode. This joint initiative focuses on the intersection of media theory and professional practice. Students explore contemporary cultural production through a comprehensive curriculum designed for future industry leaders.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
2½ years$8,828/yr
University of British Columbia4,2(203)
Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Hispanic Studies

The Master of Arts in Hispanic Studies at the University of British Columbia is a full-time, in-person programme. Spanning approximately 2.2 years, this public degree focuses on the diverse languages and cultures of Spain and Latin America, providing advanced academic training through coursework and research options.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$6,953/yr
Brock University4,3(59)
St. Catharines, Canada Top 6% in Worldwide

Critical Sociology

The Critical Sociology program at Brock University  will prepare students to develop sophisticated and rigorous approaches to critical sociological research and analysis.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$9,461/yr
Western University - Canada4,0(55)
London, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Popular Music and Culture

The Popular Music and Culture M.A. at Western University - Canada is a full-time, intensive programme delivered over three terms. This one-year degree focuses on project-based learning and research in musicology, offering a flexible curriculum for students to explore diverse musical interests in a public study mode.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$11,510/yr
Western University - Canada4,0(55)
London, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Hispanic Studies

The Hispanic Studies programme at Western University - Canada is a full-time Master of Arts degree. Spanning three terms, this public course offers both project-based and thesis-based pathways. It provides a world-class interdisciplinary experience focusing on language, culture, and community engagement in a multicultural context.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$11,510/yr
University of Alberta4,2(133)
Edmonton, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Ancient Societies and Cultures

The Ancient Societies and Cultures programme at University of Alberta offers a comprehensive exploration of historical civilisations. This master degree provides flexible study options for students interested in Area & Cultural Studies. Delivered in a public study mode, the curriculum focuses on deep historical analysis.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$7,400/yr
Queen's University4,2(38)
Kingston, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

World Indigenous Studies in Education

The World Indigenous Studies in Education program offered by Queen's University is a unique master’s degree designed for educators, leaders, and changemakers who want to deepen their understanding of Indigenous knowledge and education—without putting their lives on hold. 

M.Ed. Part-time Blended
3 years$17,474/yr
Queen's University4,2(38)
Kingston, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Screen Cultures and Curatorial Studies

This Screen Cultures and Curatorial Studies course from Queen's University multidisciplinary and professionally oriented program provides students with a wide range of course options and professional opportunities, including academia, arts management, programming, media production (from mainstream media to artistic and activist production), and curation.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$9,093/yr
University of Alberta4,2(133)
Edmonton, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Native Studies

The Native Studies programme at the University of Alberta offers a comprehensive master level curriculum delivered through a public study mode. This advanced academic track focuses on Area & Cultural Studies, providing students with deep insights into indigenous histories and contemporary social frameworks over its duration.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$7,400/yr
University of British Columbia4,2(203)
Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Society, Culture and Politics in Education

The MEd degree concentration in Society, Culture and Politics in Education (SCPE) offered by University of British Columbia addresses the history of education, sociology of education, politics of education, philosophy of education, and cultural aspects of education.

M.Ed. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$11,982/yr
Acadia University3,7(107)
Halifax, Canada

Divinity

The Divinity programme at Acadia University is a comprehensive three-year Master’s degree designed for aspiring Christian leaders. Available through full-time or part-time study, this flexible course offers online, on-campus, and extension learning modes to prepare students for impactful ministry and theological service.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$6,859/yr
Lakehead University4,1(58)
Thunder Bay, Canada Top 8% in Worldwide

Education for Change - Indigenous Education (IE)

The Education for Change - Indigenous Education (IE) programme at Lakehead University is a Master of Education degree focusing on decolonisation and traditional knowledges. This flexible course offers full-time or part-time study modes, available on-campus or online, typically completed within two to four years.

M.Ed. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
2 years$11,691/yr
Vancouver Island University3,5(19)
Nanaimo, Canada

Languages and Culture (Romance Languages)

Are you looking to add Spanish or French proficiency training to your resumé? The post-degree Languages and Culture (Romance Languages) program from Vancouver Island University combines written, oral and reading comprehension instruction along with a cultural component to develop a deeper understanding of the Romance language. 

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$17,215/yr
University of Alberta4,2(133)
Edmonton, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Modern Languages and Cultural Studies

The Modern Languages and Cultural Studies programme at the University of Alberta offers an advanced master level curriculum. This full-time course focuses on Language Studies and Area & Cultural Studies. Students engage in rigorous academic research and cross-cultural analysis within a prestigious public institution.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$7,400/yr
University of Ottawa4,1(86)
Ottawa, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Education (Societies, Cultures and Languages)

The Education (Societies, Cultures and Languages) programme at the University of Ottawa is a graduate-level course offered in a public study mode. This Master of Education provides flexible pathways through coursework or research paper options, typically completed within 12 to 20 months of full-time study in Canada's capital.

M.Ed. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$16,067/yr
Queen's University4,2(38)
Kingston, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Cultural Studies

This Cultural Studies MA course from Queen's University is a highly flexible degree. Students are admitted into the MA with one year of guaranteed funding. They all begin with two terms of courses they select from a variety of offerings in-house and in other departments, plus the year-long CUST 802, a weekly colloquium of professional development and speakers. 

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$9,093/yr
Concordia University Montréal4,2(94)
Montréal, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Judaic Studies

The Judaic Studies M.A. at Concordia University Montréal is a comprehensive two-year postgraduate programme. Available in full-time mode, this degree explores cultural traditions through diverse academic lenses. Students benefit from expert faculty guidance and internship opportunities within a vibrant research environment.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$10,936/yr
Wilfrid Laurier University4,3(43)
Waterloo, Canada Top 6% in Worldwide

Cultural Analysis and Social Theory

The interdisciplinary Cultural Analysis and Social Theory course at Wilfrid Laurier University is a 12-month programme that provides a stimulating and engaging environment for examining contemporary social and cultural issues.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$10,533/yr

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