Program Overview
The Technology at University of Calgary 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 Technology 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Location: Calgary, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Technology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- (a) two 600 level half-courses in research methods.
- (b) four half courses from the Technology Specialization course offerings, comprised of one required course EDER 671, and 3 courses in Educational Technology.
- Graduate courses from other departments, faculties, or universities may fulfill part of the degree requirements in GPE with the approval of the supervisor. If a student wishes to take courses in other departments, faculties, or universities, the unit in question should be contacted for permission to take the course. The student should ensure that Graduate Programs in Education (GPE) receives written confirmation.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A University of Calgary four-year baccalaureate degree or an equivalent degree from a recognized institution. Degrees and grades from foreign institutions are evaluated for their equivalency to those of the University of Calgary.
- A minimum GPA of 3.50 (on the University of Calgary four-point system). This is based on the last two years of the undergraduate degree consisting of a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents. Requirements for admission to an MA program in any given year usually exceed this minimum.
- A written statement indicating the applicant\'s reasons for pursuing a graduate program in Graduate Programs in Education.
- Where appropriate, candidates will be expected to have, or to obtain, relevant practical experience in their area of Specialization.
- Proficiency in the English language is essential for the pursuit and successful completion of graduate programs at the University of Calgary. Prior to admission to the Faculty of Graduate Studies, an applicant whose primary language is not English may fulfill the English language proficiency requirements as outlined in the Faculty of Graduate Studies Calendar.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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University of Calgary
Calgary, Canada
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