Overview

Situated in the heart of Canada’s capital city, the School offers unmatched practicum opportunities and partnerships with national organizations, museums, archives, government departments and other international and non-governmental organizations. As well, numerous adjunct professors teach and/or mentor our students through internships and research projects. Unique career opportunities can follow.

Canadian Studies MA course at Carleton University Research Highlights

Canadian cultural studies and cultural policy
Canadian women’s and gender studies
Indigenous studies and the North
Heritage conservation

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Conceptualizing Canada

Interdisciplinary Methods

Selected Topics in Canadian Studies

Indigenous Peoples, Canada and the North

Indigenous Politics and Resurgence in Canada

Critical Perspectives on Canadian Feminism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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86

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Credits

5 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ottawa, Canada

Disciplines

American and Australasian studies View 8 other Masters in American and Australasian studies in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

B+

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

An honours bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in one of the disciplines represented in the school with an average of B+ or higher.

Special consideration may be given to applicants interested in the Indigenous Studies and the North research area who have extensive knowledge of the North or Indigenous peoples.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

22945 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22945 CAD per year during 24 months.
National

9095 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9095 CAD per year during 24 months.

Ontario Tuition Fee: 8317 CAD per year

Living costs for Ottawa

1168 - 1925 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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