59 Master's degrees in Language Studies in Canada

Choose the written or visual material that interests you. Engage with it, explore it and contemplate what it means to “publish" - and much more in the English (Public Texts) programme at Trent University.

Earn your Master of Arts in French with courses in the areas of French and francophone literatures and cultures, French and general linguistics, and second-language studies. The Master of Arts in French programme is both a self-contained programme and a first step towards a doctorate degree (PhD). 

Dalhousie University's Master of Arts in English programme is small and select. You’ll be encouraged to pursue your scholarly interests in-depth and with a high level of professionalism while being given an advantage to excel. As a graduate, you would be a competitive candidate for PhD programs across Canada and internationally.

The Teaching English as a Second Language program offered by University of British Columbia develops an awareness of current thought and practice in TESL education. 

The Slavic Languages and Literatures programme at the University of Toronto offers a comprehensive Master of Arts degree. This public study mode course provides advanced training in diverse regional cultures. Students engage with extensive linguistic and literary traditions during their full-time academic residency.

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.

Our Master’s programs in English with fields in Literature & Language and Literature & Creative Writing at University of Windsor, prepare students to understand the power of language, and to develop their critical and creative thinking and writing skills.

At University of British Columbia we offer specialized, individualized and interdisciplinary graduate programs in French immersion, French as a Second or Foreign Language [FSL, FFL], Asia-Pacific and the other Modern Languages Education. These programs involve study in second language curriculum, assessment, second language acquisition, bilingualism and intercultural education.

The English M.A. at Western University - Canada is a comprehensive full-time programme delivered over three terms. This public course-based or project-based degree offers advanced literary study, providing students with guaranteed teaching assistantships and access to world-class faculty in a supportive academic environment.

The English programme at the University of Lethbridge is a research-focused M.A. delivered in person. This public study mode degree spans 24 months full-time or 48 months part-time. Students engage in advanced literary analysis and original research, culminating in a formal thesis and a comprehensive oral defence.

This English M.Phil course from Queen's University will be of particular interest to those undergraduate students who are already contemplating doctoral research.

The English - Creative Writing programme at Concordia University Montréal is a two-year, thesis-based Master of Arts. Delivered full-time at the Sir George Williams Campus, this 45-credit course allows writers to develop their unique voice and creative vision within a vibrant, artistically-focused urban environment.

The English M.A. at the University of Northern British Columbia is a sophisticated postgraduate programme available through full-time or part-time study. Students explore the intersections of literature, culture, and place while developing advanced critical skills. The degree typically spans two years of intensive research.

The Classical Languages programme at University of Alberta offers an advanced academic path for students. This full-time course focuses on linguistic mastery and historical context. Delivered via a public study mode, the curriculum ensures a rigorous exploration of ancient texts over its standard duration.

The MA in English program focuses primarily on English literature.  University of Manitoba students will explore a wide range of periods, genres and critical approaches and will have the option either to undertake a scholarly or creative writing thesis or to complete a coursework MA.

The English M.Sc. at Memorial University of Newfoundland is a comprehensive postgraduate programme designed for advanced literary study. This public course offers both thesis and course-based routes, typically lasting between one and two years. It provides a rigorous academic environment for mastering diverse research clusters.

French is offered by University of Manitoba. The Department of French, Spanish and Italian offers programs of study leading to a Master of Arts degree in French and a Pre-Master’s option.

The Indigenous Language Revitalization programme at the University of Victoria is a two-year Master of Education (MEd) degree. Delivered through a full-time blended study mode, it combines online learning with intensive on-campus sessions to support the reclamation and maintenance of vital Indigenous languages.

The English - Social Justice Studies programme at Lakehead University is a Master of Arts degree offered full-time at the Thunder Bay and Orillia campuses. This interdisciplinary course combines literary analysis with social justice frameworks, providing students with advanced research skills over a two-year duration.

The Spanish M.Sc. at the University of Toronto is a comprehensive one-year postgraduate programme. Delivered in a public study mode, this academic course offers advanced training in Hispanic linguistics and cultures. It serves as an ideal foundation for doctoral research or professional careers in education and translation.