Overview

Key facts

The European Studies program of University of Guelph aims to provide students with a flexible approach to European Studies that allows for specialization within a core discipline and promotes expertise in European culture, history, and contemporary politics and society.

In the European Studies MA, you will:

Develop a program of study customized to your research interests

Work with faculty who are leaders in European Studies

Develop the ability to look at world issues through a variety of lenses

Develop critical thinking, communication and analytical skills relevant to your career goals

Gain intercultural understanding both during your study at the University of Guelph and through international experiences

Engage in dynamic classroom and research experiences which will help you develop relevant, applicable and valued skills

Are you interested in

European history, culture and politics

Europe in relation to other continents or Europe in a global world

Identity formation (e.g. minority, national, gender)

Nationalism and internationalism

Interplay between culture and politics

Career opportunities

Government Ministries/Civil Service/International Organizations

Teaching

Private Sector with ties to Europe

International Education

Arts Administration

Programme Structure

Courses include:

European Identities

Research Methods

Myth, Fairy Tales and Modern European Identities

Women and the Arts in Europe: Seeking Expression

Europe and the Discourse of Civilization

European integration and the EU

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Guelph, Canada

Disciplines

European Studies View 4 other Masters in European Studies in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

B+

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Honours degree from a recognized institution with at least a B+ average in the last four full-time semesters of study.

A reading competence in a European language in addition to English is recommended.

The official application form

A detailed up-to-date curriculum vitae.

A one-page statement of research (letter of intent) outlining your reasons for applying to this program.

A sample of writing that displays your aptitude for research and analytical thinking (approx. 2,500 words).

Two letters of recommendation.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15578 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

5968 CAD / year

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Living costs

Guelph

Canada

1157 - 1804 CAD / month

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Funding

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Overview

Key facts

In the European Studies MA, you will:

Are you interested in

Career opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Guelph

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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