Overview

The Master of Arts in Education (MA) degree from University of British Columbia, is primarily for educators who wish to develop their expertise as educational researchers in addition to their interest in a thematic area of study.

The MA degree is designed specifically as a research degree, with students required to carry out and complete an independent research project (master’s thesis). Completion of a master’s thesis is viewed as a prerequisite for the pursuit of doctoral studies in most institutions.

Features

The Master of Arts in Education can be completed on either a part-time or full-time basis. Students are encouraged to complete the coursework over two academic years, including summer sessions. MA students are required to complete the degree within five years.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Conceptualizing Curriculum Studies: Theory and Research

Curriculum for Sustainability

Curriculum Studies in Diverse Settings

Conceptions of Teaching and Learning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kelowna, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants to the MA program must have a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76-79%) in third- and fourth-year courses, academic standing with at least 12 credits of third-or fourth-year courses in the A- grade range (80% or higher at UBC) in a four-year baccalaureate degree or its academic equivalent. Background training and previous experience must be sufficient to demonstrate ability or potential for advanced research in the chosen field.
The MA is designed for those students who, in addition to their interest in a thematic area of study, wish to develop their expertise as educational researchers.
Additionally, the Okanagan School of Education normally requires that applicants have at least two years of teaching experience. All applicants must submit a statement of intent (approx. 250-400 words) clearly outlining their areas of interest and focus for study with their applications.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

5678 CAD / year

≈ 5678 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

2681 CAD / year

≈ 2681 CAD / year

Additional Details

Part-time:

National: 13,942.35 CAD/full
International: 17,874.81 CAD/full

Living costs

Kelowna

Canada

1296 - 1928 CAD / month

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