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Master of Arts (MA) Thesis-based in Educational Research at University of Calgary

University of Calgary, Canada

Programme overview

Master of Arts (MA) Thesis-based in Educational Research is a graduate programme of the University of Calgary, offered through the Werklund School of Education (Educational Research). Note: The MA is not accepting applications for the 26/27 year. On campus, where some courses are on campus and some courses are online.

Faculty: Werklund School of Education  |  Department: Educational Research  |  Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

In addition to the requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, the Program requires: a) EDER608 and 3 units from any other 600-level thesis-based research methods in education course. b) Additional graduate courses or seminars as required by specializations (see below) and any additional courses as determined by the supervisor in consultation with the student.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The deadline for the submission of complete applications is available on the Future Students website: . In addition to the Faculty of Graduate Studies Admission Requirements , Graduate Programs in Education requires: a) A written statement indicating the applicant’s reasons for wishing to pursue a graduate program. b) For applicants required to present proficiency in English, a minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) score of 97 (5.0 for tests taken after January 21, 2026), an IELTS (academic version) overall band score of 7.0 or a CAEL overall score of 70 (with no section less than 70). This requirement can also be met by completing the Academic Communication Certificate with a minimum grade of A- in each course. The test must have been taken within the last two years.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate academic term start dates are Fall (September 1), Winter (January 1), Spring (May 1) and Summer (July 1); intake terms vary by programme.

The graduate application fee is $125 for Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents and $145 for international students, per application; applications are made online and deadlines are set by each programme.

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