Carleton University - Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research

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Northern Studies (Type 3)

Carleton University - Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research

Degree:Post-diploma
Field of Study:Regional Studies (U.S., Canadian, Foreign)
Course Based:Yes
Cost per year:*
Provincial: $6,657
National: $6,976

Description:

The interdisciplinary Northern Studies graduate program at Carleton emphasizes northern environments and societies, and the policies that are developed to govern them. We offer two Graduate Diplomas (Type 2 or 3) for current graduate students and working professionals, as well as a Master of Arts and Master of Science degree. All of the programs are designed to give interdisciplinary training and experience in Northern Studies and all students are required to begin their studies with a field course of about one week. This is a residential field course that will take place too far from Ottawa for daily commuting. The introductory field course is a prerequisite for the core courses that are integral to the degrees and diplomas.

Prerequisites:

Test Scores:
  • Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 86] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 580] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5]
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Statement of Research Interests
Applicants are required to have an Honours or four-year degree with B+ standing. Customarily, applicants will have degrees in the environmental sciences, sociology, anthropology, political science, economics, geography, or a related field. Applicants must also submit two letters of reference that indicate why the applicant is likely to succeed in the program. The referees must have a university degree, and preferably a graduate qualification. Applicants with degrees in other disciplines may present professional experience to supplement their academic record. In such cases, additional references may be requested as well as an interview with the applicant. Referees must have a university degree, and preferably a graduate qualification. Finally, a 500-word letter from the applicant outlining the reasons for wishing to enrol in the Diploma program, including comment on why they desire an interdisciplinary academic experience, why they expect to succeed in an interdisciplinary environment, and a proposed course schedule that will enable timely completion is required.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on September 01, 2022