Overview

This program at Saint Mary's University emphasizes the interdisciplinary basis of Women and Gender Studies, its community linkage, and its grounding in feminist theories and methodologies.

Key Features

This program is enriched by its access to a variety of library collections at universities in the city, by the presence of the Nancy’s Chair in Women’s Studies at Mount Saint Vincent University, and by its links with active local feminist communities.

Programme Structure

The Master of Arts in Women and Gender Studies will appeal to individuals with interests in:

areas that combine a feminist perspective with global issues;

gender in relation to war and peace studies,

cultural and media studies;

literary studies;

history;

theory;

research methods;

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Gender & Sexuality Studies View 34 other Masters in Gender & Sexuality Studies in Canada

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Student insurance

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants may apply to either the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research at Saint Mary`s University, or Mount Saint Vincent University. Students receive a Master of Arts Degree in Women and Gender Studies from the institution in which they are formally enrolled. Students are encouraged to apply to both institutions to maximize their chances of acceptance and funding.

Students applying to Saint Mary's University must meet the general admission requirements and follow the procedures of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research as outlined in the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar.

Enrolment is limited and based on the availability of Women and Gender Studies faculty to supervise a student’s proposed area of research.

Application should include all recommendation forms, transcripts, and other required information. Applications are due February 1.

Tuition Fee

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International

12284 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12284 CAD per year during 24 months.
National

5547 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5547 CAD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Halifax

1235 - 1956 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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