Overview

The Interdisciplinary Studies - Educational Studies programme at Athabasca University provides a comprehensive platform for students to integrate theories and methods from the arts, humanities, and social sciences. This master's level qualification is designed for professionals who wish to examine the multifaceted nature of education through a variety of institutional and social lenses. Students are encouraged to relate their academic research directly to their own workplaces, communities, and personal experiences.

Why Interdisciplinary Studies - Educational Studies at Athabasca University?

Athabasca University offers a distinctive online learning environment that caters to the needs of working professionals and those requiring a flexible academic schedule. The programme emphasises the development of critical thinking, teamwork, and social awareness, which are highly valued by modern employers and professional associations. By choosing this focus area, students gain access to a versatile curriculum that can be tailored to specific interests, such as leadership in higher education or social justice themes within the educational sector.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 2258 per module
National fee: CAD 2013 per module

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Syllabus

The curriculum combines core interdisciplinary theory with specialised modules. Students must complete a total of 33 credits, including a final integrated project or a capstone paper that explores a specific community problem or workplace issue. Modules may include:

Governance and Leadership
Gender, Race, Racism, and the History of Classical Scholarship
World Literature
Making Sense of Theory in the Humanities and Social Sciences
Doing Interdisciplinary Research
Academic Writing for Graduate Students
The Business of Emotions
Digital Storytelling
Grounded Theory, Exploration, and Beyond

Careers with Interdisciplinary Studies - Educational Studies

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of professional roles that require sophisticated research skills and the ability to apply interdisciplinary solutions to complex problems. The programme supports career advancement in both the public and private sectors, as well as within non-governmental organisations. Potential career paths include:

Educator or Academic
Public Policy Analyst
Programme Coordinator
Educational Consultant
Non-profit Manager
Researcher
Community Organiser
Grant Writer
Communications Specialist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Self-Directed Behaviour

Global Education

Industrial Heritage

Architectural Conservation

Global Governance and Law

The Business of Emotions

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-04 00:00:00
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Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
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Language

English

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Credits

33 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Athabasca, Canada

Disciplines

Education Liberal Arts View 13 other Masters in Liberal Arts in Canada

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Other requirements

General requirements

The Master of Arts – Integrated Studies (MA-IS) Program invites applications from candidates who possess a baccalaureate degree and strong analytical, writing, and critical-thinking skills

All students applying for admission into the MA-IS Program students must complete an Academic Writing Assessment as part of the application process.

Tuition Fees

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2258 CAD / module

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2013 CAD / module

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Funding

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