Burnaby,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in International Studies in Vancouver Canada | Simon Fraser University
Simon Fraser University
|
Vancouver Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
6,198
(c. USD4,445.42)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Master of Arts in International Studies (MAIS) offers a comprehensive interdisciplinary education combined with hands-on learning to tackle intricate global challenges. Our curriculum explores diverse viewpoints within international studies, incorporating both mainstream and alternative approaches. Taught by distinguished faculty members, this program enables you to bridge academic concepts, specialized regional knowledge, and real-world applications through various research and professional opportunities.
The MA in International Studies is an intensive 12-month program spanning three semesters. Students undertake full-time coursework during the first two terms (Fall and Spring), followed by a final term dedicated to completing capstone projects. Alternatively, participants may opt to use the Summer term for paid cooperative work placements or independent thesis research, potentially extending the program to a fourth term.
This demanding program requires students' full attention. Financial assistance and tuition support are provided to discourage concurrent full-time employment during studies.
The MAIS curriculum ensures all participants develop solid foundational knowledge and methodological skills in International Studies. Students progress through core courses as a cohesive group in intimate seminar settings, fostering dynamic exchanges between peers and instructors through focused discussions and collaborative learning experiences.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
We recommend you begin your application as early as possible. Please begin your application no later than one week from the closing date to ensure enough time to upload all supporting documents. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Applicants must normally have a bachelor's degree with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5 from a recognized university, preferably in an arts or social sciences discipline.
Curriculum Vitae (two pages maximum).
A one-page letter of intent that explains why you wish to pursue the M.A. in International Studies.
A one-page statement of research interest including the topic(s) and geographical region(s) as well as the intended track (thesis or essays).
An academic writing sample.
Contact information of three referees, at least two of which must be from university faculty members. Your referees will receive an e-mail link via SFU's online application system. Letters uploaded to the system must be on official university letterhead and must contain your referees' contact information.
A copy of transcripts from all institutions attended. Do not mail a hard copy of your transcript at this time. (You will be required to send official transcripts by mail only if admitted.)
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with a minimum score of 7.5 on each Academic Module (listening, speaking, writing, reading), or
TOEFL IBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language, internet based test) with an overall score of 102 or better with a minimum score of 25 in each of the four components (listening, speaking, writing, reading), or
TOEFL PBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language, paper based test) with a minimum score of 625 including a minimum essay score of 5.5, or
Applicants must normally have a bachelor's degree with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5 from a recognized university, preferably in an arts or social sciences discipline.
Curriculum Vitae (two pages maximum).
A one-page letter of intent that explains why you wish to pursue the M.A. in International Studies.
A one-page statement of research interest including the topic(s) and geographical region(s) as well as the intended track (thesis or essays).
An academic writing sample.
Contact information of three referees, at least two of which must be from university faculty members. Your referees will receive an e-mail link via SFU's online application system. Letters uploaded to the system must be on official university letterhead and must contain your referees' contact information.
A copy of transcripts from all institutions attended. Do not mail a hard copy of your transcript at this time. (You will be required to send official transcripts by mail only if admitted.)
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with a minimum score of 7.5 on each Academic Module (listening, speaking, writing, reading), or
TOEFL IBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language, internet based test) with an overall score of 102 or better with a minimum score of 25 in each of the four components (listening, speaking, writing, reading), or
TOEFL PBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language, paper based test) with a minimum score of 625 including a minimum essay score of 5.5, or
Tuition
CAD
6,198