MA in Indigenous Governance in Canada at UVic Canada

Program Overview for MA in Indigenous Governance in Canada:

Planning for indigenous governance is now more important than ever. The content of our planned courses is based on a deep respect for indigenous knowledge and traditions. You will study the current political realities of indigenous communities. You'll gain a deeper understanding of the far-reaching impact that mutually beneficial working relationships can have. 

Our Indigenous Governance Program is recognized worldwide for its responsibility and relevance to Indigenous communities. We welcome students from indigenous and non-indigenous communities. You can combine our Indigenous Peoples Certificate with our master's program to get a complete education.

In our master's program, you will learn about governance and leadership in the cohort model. When you complete a major community-centric project, you will receive a caring mentor. The project will be direct and mutually beneficial cooperation with the community. 
 The degree is full-time and only offers seminar-style courses on campus. You will complete the Community Governance Project (CGP), written report, and oral defense.

The CGP can be done outside of school with indigenous communities or organizations.

Areas of focus

• Indigenous governance theory
• Governance methods and tools
• Administration
• Political dimensions
• Research methods

The eligibility for MA in Indigenous Governance in Canada for both domestic and international student is:

Candidates will have a baccalaureate degree from a recognized university or equivalent qualifications with an academic standing acceptable to Indigenous Governance and the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Admission generally requires a very high second class standing (B+) in the two final years of the undergraduate degree.

Indigenous Governance is dedicated to the resurgence and practice of Indigenous ways of knowing and being. Central to the program's curriculum is an engagement with gendered perspectives, innovative scholarship, and land based curriculum. Through this program, students will understand the philosophical, administrative, and political dimensions of Indigenous governance.

The Master of Arts in Indigenous Governance is a program that provides students with a strong foundation of basic and applied scholarly research and teachings from local and international knowledge holders grounded in a thorough understanding of the current political realities of Indigenous communities.

Deadlines

Please note that the application and documentation deadline for September admission to all programs is January 15.

All applications received by the application deadline that meet the minimum GPA requirements will automatically be considered for Fellowship funding.

Applications and documentation received after the deadline may be accepted by the Graduate Admissions and Records Office. Still, there is no guarantee that the application will be processed and evaluated in time for a decision for the desired entry point. Applicants who submit application forms or documentation after the deadlines do so at their own risk. Application Fees will not be refunded.

These are the test eligibilities for the MA in Indigenous Governance to qualify.

The international student tuition fees and costs for MA in Indigenous Governance in Canada.

Indigenous Governance MA applicants do not need to choose a supervisor before admission. We'll work with you to determine your supervisor and committee members early in your program.

Contact the graduate secretary at igov@uvic.ca or 250-721-6438.

Graduate students registered in full-time programs are automatically considered for a fellowship. This is based on a qualifying GPA.

Individual award amounts may vary depending on the program.

UVic Fellowship Awards

• Up to $17,500 per year (masters)
• Up to $20,000 per year (Ph.D.)

UVic Graduate Awards

• Up to $10,000 per year (masters and PhD)

Eligibility

• The minimum requirement for funding consideration is an A- average on the last two years of coursework
• Domestic and international students are considered equally for funding
• Full-time registration (3.0 units) for UVic Fellowship holders and at least part-time registration (1.5 units) for UVic Graduate Award holders
• Full-time registration for students registered with the Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) is 1.5 units

Every year we employ many graduate students to assist with teaching, research, and lab instruction.

• Their academic units hire teaching assistants (TAs) to assist with teaching and grading courses. These are unionized, hourly positions.
• Faculty members hire research assistants (RAs) to help with their research. These roles are sometimes called scientific assistants or laboratory instructors. RA salaries come from faculty members’ research grants. Because of this, RA hours, salary, and other details are worked out between you and the faculty member.

Work-study

The work-study program offers part-time jobs on campus that fit your course schedule.

To be eligible, you must:

• Be a full-time student
• Demonstrate financial need
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)

Co-operative Education Program (co-op)

UVic is home to the largest graduate co-op program in Canada. You can add a co-op to your master’s or doctoral studies for work experience in your field of study.

Bursaries

We offer non-repayable bursaries based on financial needs.

To be eligible for a bursary, you must be:

• Already receiving the maximum government student loans available to you
• In full-time status as determined by the Faculty of Graduate Studies
• In good academic standing