Offered by University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Canada, Disability Studies (M.A.) is a master's degree programme. The programme runs for 2 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,186 per semester (CAD 3,266 per semester for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Duration: 2 years
Local tuition: CAD 3,266 / semester
International tuition: CAD 7,186 / semester
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Master of Arts in Disability Studies at the University of Manitoba examines the social determinants of the disability experience rather than its physical or psychological aspects, focusing on how policies and practices across societies shape that experience. The interdisciplinary program draws students from fields such as architecture, arts, education, engineering, law, medicine, nursing, and social work, and is administered by the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Applicants need an honours degree or equivalent from the University of Manitoba or another recognized university. Two routes lead to the degree: a thesis route combining 18 credit hours of coursework with a thesis, and a course-based route requiring 24 credit hours of coursework. Full-time students typically complete the program in two years. Coursework covers disability theory, policy analysis, and research methods, preparing graduates for work in advocacy, health, education, and social service settings that engage with disability issues.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Faculty of Graduate Studies. Applicants require an honours degree or equivalent from the University of Manitoba, or an equivalent degree from another recognized university, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 credit hours. The program considers graduates from a range of disciplines, including architecture, arts, education, engineering, law, medicine, nursing, and social work. Two routes are available: a thesis route (18 credit hours of coursework plus a thesis) or a course-based route (24 credit hours of coursework).
