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MA/MS in Regional and Territorial Development (Essay Profile)

Université du Québec à Rimouski

Rimouski, Quebec, Canada

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MA/MS in Regional and Territorial Development (Essay Profile) is a master's degree in Social Sciences & Education programme taught at Université du Québec à Rimouski in Rimouski, Canada.

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Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Social Sciences & Education

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: uqar.ca ·

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Overview

This Master's in Regional and Territorial Development, essay profile, at Universite du Quebec a Rimouski is a 45-credit program at the Rimouski campus that examines regional and territorial development issues, challenges, and potential across economic, social, cultural, political, historical, and geographic dimensions, drawing on Quebec, Canadian, and international case studies. The program comprises 30 credits of coursework, including three mandatory foundation courses, three elective courses chosen from designated thematic blocks, and a project seminar, followed by a 15-credit essay (essai). Admission requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, and applicants may also be admitted on the basis of relevant professional experience supported by a letter of motivation. The application includes an official transcript, a preliminary project description of about 500 words, and a detailed curriculum vitae. Admission is offered in fall and winter terms, and graduates earn a Maitrise es arts (M.A.).

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.20 / 4.3
Admission Requirements: Admission requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, with a cumulative average of at least 3.2 on 4.3, or admission on the basis of relevant professional experience supported by a letter of motivation. The application includes an official transcript, a preliminary project description of about 500 words, and a detailed curriculum vitae; international applicants and those admitted on the experience base must also provide a birth certificate. Candidates must demonstrate French language competency per UQAR's policy, with an institutional French exam required on arrival if external test results are insufficient. Admission is offered in fall and winter terms.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall and Winter

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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