MA/MS in Educational Foundations is a master's degree in Education & Teaching programme offered by Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax, Canada. Tuition for international students is CAD 2,400 per credit (CAD 1,234 per credit for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Education & Teaching
Local tuition: CAD 1,234 / credit
International tuition: CAD 2,400 / credit
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Master's programs in Educational Foundations examine philosophy of education, history of education, and sociology of education as three distinct scholarly traditions that inform education theory, research, and practice. Students study topics such as bias, critical thinking, the social dynamics of power in educational settings, and the historical development of educational practice, drawing on core GFDD courses plus electives from other Faculty of Education programs or across the university. Mount Saint Vincent University offers two routes: a Master of Education, a non-thesis program requiring 5.0 units of coursework, and a Master of Arts in Education, combining 4.0 units of coursework with a 1.0-unit thesis. The program is designed for educators and professionals working in school systems, school boards, and ministries of education, as well as those pursuing careers in policy studies, public administration, or leadership roles in for-profit and not-for-profit organizations.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:3.00 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent with a minimum overall average of B (GPA 3.0). Both Master of Education and Master of Arts in Education candidates must submit a short essay explaining their reasons for pursuing graduate study in Educational Foundations, along with academic references evaluating their writing, research, and critical-analysis skills. Applicants to the Master of Arts in Education route must also demonstrate advanced research and writing competencies and may be asked to submit samples of academic writing to verify their preparation for thesis-based work.
