Carleton University campus

Arts & Humanities

Graduate Diploma in Migration and Diaspora Studies at Carleton University

Carleton University, Canada

Programme overview

The Graduate Diploma in Migration and Diaspora Studies is a 2.0-credit graduate credential offered as a Type 2 diploma for Carleton master's and doctoral students and a Type 3 stand-alone diploma.

Faculty: Faculty of Public and Global Affairs  |  Department: Migration and Diaspora Studies  |  Duration: 2.0 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Students complete 0.5 credit of MGDS coursework at the 5000 level and 1.5 credits from the Migration and Diaspora Studies electives list (or, with director permission, related 5000-level courses); up to 0.5 credit of the MGDS 5101 practicum can count.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Type 2: enrolment in a master's or doctoral program at Carleton, a letter of support from the supervisor (or a faculty member in the home program), and a 1-2 page statement of interest. Type 3: an Honours Bachelor's degree, a statement of interest and an academic letter of recommendation; relevant professional or practical experience may be supported by a letter from a supervisor or employer.

Duration: 2.0 credits

Apply through the official page: https://graduate.carleton.ca/

Explore more study programmes

View all study programmes →

Ready to start your study abroad journey?

Book a free consultation with our expert counsellors and take the first step towards your dream university.

Copyrights © 2026 StudyMapped. All rights reserved.