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    Master of Archival Studies (MAS)

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    Vancouver, CAMASIn-person2 years
    CA$25,456.80
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    60.5%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    13
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits
    CA$168.00
    App fee

    Master of Archival Studies (MAS) at University of British Columbia is a 48-credit, 2-year, in-person MAS program based in Vancouver, CA. Tuition is CA$25,457.

    About the program

    The program covers the nature of records and archives, managing records from creation to preservation, records systems, selection and acquisition, intellectual control and access, legal and ethical responsibilities, history of record-keeping, and social justice aspects. It prepares graduates for careers in records and archives management throughout the records life cycle.

    Focus: coursework
    QS Library & Information Management: 1st
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet-based Overall score requirement: 100 Reading 22 Writing 21 Speaking 21 Listening 22
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: International English Language Testing System Overall score requirement: 7.5 Reading 7.0 Writing 7.0 Speaking 7.0 Listening 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years PGWP (Canada)

    CA$18,505.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Archival Studies (MAS) at University of British Columbia cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Archival Studies (MAS) at University of British Columbia is CA$25,457 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Archival Studies (MAS) at University of British Columbia online or in-person?
    Master of Archival Studies (MAS) at University of British Columbia is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Archival Studies (MAS) at University of British Columbia take to complete?
    Master of Archival Studies (MAS) at University of British Columbia is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Archival Studies (MAS) at University of British Columbia?
    Per the program's published guidance: B+ range (76% at UBC)
    How competitive is Master of Archival Studies (MAS) at University of British Columbia?
    Master of Archival Studies (MAS) at University of British Columbia reports an acceptance rate of approximately 60.5%.