Charlottetown,
PE,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Island Studies - International Relations and Island Public Policy in Montague Canada | University of Prince Edward Island
University of Prince Edward Island
|
Montague Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
10,975
(c. USD7,868.63)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The MA Island Studies program at UPEI excels in examining policy and international relations within island contexts. Islands, whether sovereign nations or subnational jurisdictions, frequently lead discussions on domestic, maritime, and global policy matters—from resource management and environmental governance to territorial disputes. This field of study demonstrates growing importance in diplomatic relations and alliance formation. Particularly for non-sovereign islands, opportunities exist to influence change through political engagement at various levels. Graduates specializing in this area will be equipped to tackle intricate policy challenges confronting contemporary governance structures. The program prepares students with practical expertise for careers in municipal, regional, national, or international government sectors, as well as nonprofit organizations interfacing with policymakers. Businesses with significant dealings with island administrations will likewise value graduates' specialized knowledge of island-specific policy considerations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
In the following it must be understood that the standard of reference is the typical Canadian university curriculum and university system.
Admission to a graduate degree program as a regular student is granted, on recommendation of the Department concerned, to:
the holder of an Honours or majors baccalaureate or its equivalent.
a student who has satisfied the requirements for transfer from provisional student category as described below.
The minimum requirement for admission to graduate studies in the Faculty of Arts is a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in an honours or majors program or equivalent from a recognized university or college. The applicant will ordinarily be expected to have achieved an average of at least second class (B, i.e. 70% to 79.9%) standing in the work of the last four semesters or the last two undergraduate years.
following approved English language examinations.
IELTS (Academic) - 7 in writing and no band lower than 6.5, TOEFL Paper-based test - 600 TWE 6, TOEFL Internet-based test - 100 with a minimum of 25 in speaking and writing, 22 in reading and listening
Admission to a graduate degree program as a regular student is granted, on recommendation of the Department concerned, to:
the holder of an Honours or majors baccalaureate or its equivalent.
a student who has satisfied the requirements for transfer from provisional student category as described below.
The minimum requirement for admission to graduate studies in the Faculty of Arts is a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in an honours or majors program or equivalent from a recognized university or college. The applicant will ordinarily be expected to have achieved an average of at least second class (B, i.e. 70% to 79.9%) standing in the work of the last four semesters or the last two undergraduate years.
following approved English language examinations.
IELTS (Academic) - 7 in writing and no band lower than 6.5, TOEFL Paper-based test - 600 TWE 6, TOEFL Internet-based test - 100 with a minimum of 25 in speaking and writing, 22 in reading and listening
Tuition
CAD
10,975