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    Indigenous Studies (MA)

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    Winnipeg, CAMAIn-person2 years
    CA$27,640.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    18
    Credits

    Indigenous Studies (MA) at University of Manitoba is a 18-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Winnipeg, CA. Tuition is CA$27,640.

    About the program

    The program offers a thesis route with coursework and a thesis, or a major research paper route with additional coursework and a major paper. Specializations include Métis studies, cultural-specific Indigenous areas, Indigenous economies and political organizations, Indigenous languages, Indigenous aesthetics, and Northern Indigenous issues.

    Focus: both
    Top 201-300 (Shanghai Ranking 2024)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min For tests taken up to January 20, 2026: Overall score of 86; 20 in Reading, 20 in Writing, 20 in Listening, 20 in Speaking. For tests taken on or after January 21, 2026: Overall score of 4.5; 4.0 in Reading, 4.0 in Writing, 4.0 in Listening, 4.0 in Speaking
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 overall

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Up to 3 years PGWP (Canada)

    CA$15,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Indigenous Studies (MA) at University of Manitoba cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Indigenous Studies (MA) at University of Manitoba is CA$27,640 across 18 required credits.
    Is Indigenous Studies (MA) at University of Manitoba online or in-person?
    Indigenous Studies (MA) at University of Manitoba is offered in-person.
    How long does Indigenous Studies (MA) at University of Manitoba take to complete?
    Indigenous Studies (MA) at University of Manitoba is structured around 2 years and 18 credits.
    What GPA is required for Indigenous Studies (MA) at University of Manitoba?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum B average (3.0) in the last 60 credit hours
    What work-permit options follow Indigenous Studies (MA) at University of Manitoba?
    Post-completion work rights for Indigenous Studies (MA) at University of Manitoba: Up to 3 years PGWP (Canada)