MA in History in Canada at UNBC Canada




University University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC Canada)
Location: Prince George, British Columbia, Canada
Type Public
Program Type thesis
Language English
Program Duration 2 years
Students 3,570
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Detailed Information of MA in History in Canada at University of Northern British Columbia

These are the international student eligibility for the MA in History in Canada

Graduates with a Bachelor of Arts degree from a recognized Canadian university or from another recognized university, and with at least a B+ average in the last two years of study will be considered for the MA program. We accept applicants who wish to begin their graduate studies in either September or January. To apply, visit this page http://www.unbc.ca/apply/graduate. Remember to contact the graduate coordinator in the History Department and a potential supervisor before applying through UNBC's centralized system.

Applicants without a History Background or without a background in the topic that they want to study at the MA level should consult with the graduate coordinator in the History Department. Students will be accepted only in the areas of specialization in the Department of History subject to the availability of an appropriate supervisor.Other Admission Requirements:
  • Statement of Academic Interests: Your academic interests and ambitions, reasons for applying, and a tentative selection of courses for the program you intend to take
  • Proposed Supervisor’s Name
  • Sample of Written Academic Work: Usually an excerpt of a thesis or paper (maximum 10 pages)
  • Optional: Unofficial Transcripts for ALL Post-Secondary Education Institutions Attended/Attending
  • Names/Email Address Information for Three (3) Referees

These are the domestic student eligibility for the MA in History

Graduates with a Bachelor of Arts degree from a recognized Canadian university or from another recognized university, and with at least a B+ average in the last two years of study will be considered for the MA program. We accept applicants who wish to begin their graduate studies in either September or January. To apply, visit this page http://www.unbc.ca/apply/graduate. Remember to contact the graduate coordinator in the History Department and a potential supervisor before applying through UNBC's centralized system.

Applicants without a History Background or without a background in the topic that they want to study at the MA level should consult with the graduate coordinator in the History Department. Students will be accepted only in the areas of specialization in the Department of History subject to the availability of an appropriate supervisor.Other Admission Requirements:
  • Statement of Academic Interests: Your academic interests and ambitions, reasons for applying, and a tentative selection of courses for the program you intend to take
  • Proposed Supervisor’s Name
  • Sample of Written Academic Work: Usually an excerpt of a thesis or paper (maximum 10 pages)
  • Optional: Unofficial Transcripts for ALL Post-Secondary Education Institutions Attended/Attending
  • Names/Email Address Information for Three (3) Referees

These are the test eligibilities for the MA in History to qualify.

The English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for MA in History in Canada: are:

N.B: ELP is not mandatory for all international students. You could apply without ELP if your previous degree's medium of instruction were in English. Students of Ghana, Nigeria, Liberia, for example, are not required to take the ELP test.

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

Items Costs
Application Fees CA$153.00
Tuition Fees Click Tuition fee
Living Cost CA$12,000.00/year
(CA$1,000.00/month)
Student Earning CA$18,688.00/year
You will earn CA$18,688.00/year by working (20h * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 14.50/h) + (40h * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 14.50/h) at minimum wage of CA$14.60/hour.

The domestic student tuition fees and costs for MA in History in Canada.

Items Costs
Application Fees CA$76.50
Tuition Fees Click Tuition fee
Living Cost CA$12,000.00/year
(CA$1,000.00/month)
Student Earning CA$18,688.00/year
This is just an estimate. You don't have any work hour limit. You will earn CA$18,688.00/year by working (20h * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 14.50/h) + (40h * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 14.50/h) at minimum wage of CA$14.60/hour.
MA students must be able to read in French or foreign languages as necessary to carry out primary research and read relevant secondary sources relevant to their research project.There are many financial awards available for students:
  • Teaching Assistantship
  • BC Student Assistance Program
  • Assistance for Students with Permanent Disabilities
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