MA/MS in Canadian Studies

The Master of Arts in Canadian Studies at the University of Lethbridge is an interdisciplinary graduate program examining Canadian identity, history, politics, institutions, and society within a global context. Students complete three to six graduate courses (9.0 to 18.0 credit hours), write a thesis, and defend it at a thesis oral defence. Applicants must secure a potential thesis supervisor before submitting an application. The program draws on faculty from across the humanities and social sciences to support research on Canadian culture, governance, and international relations. It can be completed full-time in 24 months or part-time in up to 48 months, with intakes offered in the Summer, Fall, and Winter terms. The program is delivered in person at the University of Lethbridge and prepares graduates for further doctoral study, public service, policy work, and other research-oriented careers related to Canadian society.