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MA/MS in Social Justice Studies

Lakehead University

Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada•THE 2026 #1001-1200

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Lakehead University offers MA/MS in Social Justice Studies, a master's degree in Law programme in Thunder Bay, Canada. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,708 per semester (CAD 2,749 per semester for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Law
Local tuition: CAD 2,749 / semester
International tuition: CAD 7,708 / semester

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: lakeheadu.ca ·

Program details

Overview

Lakehead University's MA in Social Justice Studies is an interdisciplinary program that prepares students to work, research, and advocate for a more socially just society grounded in equality, solidarity, and human rights. Students choose from four program streams: a coursework-based degree of four full-course equivalents, or a practicum, creative project, or research project completed in place of the final full-course equivalent, subject to approval by the Social Justice Studies Committee. Admission requires a four-year bachelor's degree, or its equivalent, from a recognized university, college, or institute, with at least second-class, upper-division standing, equivalent to a B average. The program admits students for the Fall semester, with applicants encouraged to apply by February 1. Graduates are equipped for further graduate study or careers in research, advocacy, and community or policy work connected to social justice.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants must be graduates of a recognized university, college, or institute, holding a four-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent with at least second-class, upper-division standing (a B average).

Application Details

Start Date: September

About Lakehead University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Rural
Founded: 1965
THE rank: #1001-1200
Programs: 102
Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Social Justice Studies award?

Lakehead University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Law on completion of this programme.

How much does MA/MS in Social Justice Studies cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 7,708 per semester (CAD 2,749 per semester for local students).

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