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MA/MS in Education (Essay Profile)

Université du Québec à Rimouski

Rimouski, Quebec, Canada

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MA/MS in Education (Essay Profile) at Université du Québec à Rimouski in Rimouski, Canada is a master's degree in Education & Teaching programme. The programme is delivered on campus.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Education & Teaching
Delivery: On Campus

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: uqar.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This Master's in Education, essay profile, at Universite du Quebec a Rimouski is a 45-credit program offered on campus at Rimouski and Levis in an intensive weekend format, with Saturday and Sunday sessions plus tutoring support. Students deepen their competencies in one of three areas: school administration; teaching, learning, and inclusion; or special education. The program includes core research-methodology and education courses, 6 elective credits, and a 12-credit intervention-essay project grounded in the realities of professional practice. It does not lead to a teaching authorization (brevet d'enseignement). Admission normally requires a bachelor's degree with a cumulative average of at least 3.0 on 4.3, including a minimum of 15 education credits, along with a selection interview and a motivation letter describing the applicant's research interests. The special-education concentration requires a relevant teaching background or completion of 12 prerequisite credits. Admission is offered once per year, in the fall term, on a part-time basis.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.00 / 4.3
Admission Requirements: Admission normally requires a bachelor's degree with a cumulative average of at least 3.0 on 4.3, including a minimum of 15 education credits, a motivation letter describing the applicant's research interests, and a selection interview. This program does not require a teaching certificate and does not lead to a teaching authorization (brevet d'enseignement). The special-education concentration requires a bachelor's degree in special education, early childhood education, or primary teaching, or an equivalent; applicants with a different teaching background may need to complete 12 prerequisite credits. Candidates must demonstrate French language competency per UQAR's policy, and those who fail the institutional French exam must complete a French course. Admission is offered once per year, in the fall term.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall

About Université du Québec à Rimouski

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Rural
Founded: 1969
Students: 7,000
Programs: 126
Location: Rimouski, Quebec, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Education (Essay Profile) award?

Université du Québec à Rimouski awards a Master's Degree in the field of Education & Teaching on completion of this programme.

Can MA/MS in Education (Essay Profile) be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Université du Québec à Rimouski.

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