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Island Studies

University of Prince Edward Island
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Tuition USD 6,622 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Charlottetown, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Island Studies at University of Prince Edward Island is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Island Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: USD 6,622 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
  6. Location: Charlottetown, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Island Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Themes and Perspectives in Island Studies
  2. Research Methods and Design for Island Studies
  3. Migration and Movement among Small Islands
  4. The International relations Small Islands States

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

The minimum requirement for admission to graduate studies in the Faculty of Arts is a Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in an honours or majors program or equivalent from a recognized university or college. The applicant will ordinarily be expected to have achieved an average of at least second class (“B”, i.e. 70% to 79.9%) standing in the work of the last four semesters or the last two undergraduate years.Applicants must also provide, and will be assessed for admission, on:
  • A statement of research interests
  • A sample of written research work from prior university or professional experience
  • Two (2) letters of recommendation from professors or those familiar with the applicant’s professional work
  • A resume or curriculum vitae
  • An application form (available from the Registrar’s Office or online)

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 6,622 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

Tuition fees: USD 6,622 (Tuition (Year)) — International students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Prince Edward Island directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Prince Edward Island

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University of Prince Edward Island

Charlottetown, Canada

TheUniversity of Prince Edward Island(UPEI) is apublic universityinCharlottetown,Prince Edward Island, Canada, and the only university in the province. Founded in 1969, the enabling legislation is...

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  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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