Master of Arts - Island Studies (International Relations and Island Public Policy) (Course-based)

Academic Requirements

The Academic Requirements for the Master of Arts in Island Studies program at the University of Prince Edward Island are as follows:

• The minimum requirement for admission is a Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in an honours or majors program from a recognized university or college.
• Applicants are expected to have achieved an average of at least second class (“B”, i.e. 70% to 79.9%) standing in the work of the last four semesters or the last two undergraduate years.
• All official post-secondary transcripts must be mailed or couriered directly from the institution to UPEI.
• A "Statement of Research Interests" is required, which should be a 1-3 page statement indicating your motivation for applying to this particular program.
• A sample of written research work (in English) from prior university or professional experience must be submitted.
• Two (2) letters of recommendation from professors or those familiar with your professional work are necessary.
• A resume or curriculum vitae must be included in the application.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

The application deadlines are as follows:

• Fall term: July 1 (all application materials must be received by July 8)
• Winter term: November 1 (all application materials must be received by November 8)

Students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. For any clarification and support, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements for Graduate Programs

At the University of Prince Edward Island, demonstrating proficiency in the English language is a crucial requirement for all academically admissible applicants, regardless of their country of origin or citizenship status. This requirement ensures that students can successfully engage with the language of instruction, which is English. Proficiency can be demonstrated in one of two ways:

1. Possession of a degree or its academic equivalent from an institution recognized by the University of Prince Edward Island, where the language of instruction is English. Proof that the instruction for the degree was in English may be required and will be confirmed by the UPEI Registrar’s Office.
2. A satisfactory score on one of the following approved English language examinations:

* Applicants meeting this requirement may be offered a conditional admission offer, which requires the prospective student to provide updated English language test results satisfying the minimum Unconditional English Language Proficiency requirements before being permitted to enroll in Graduate level courses or participate in Graduate program activity.

Prospective students with a conditional offer of admission for English language proficiency conditions must submit their updated test results by the following deadlines:

• Admitted to a Summer Semester Start – April 1
• Admitted to a Fall Semester Start – August 1
• Admitted to a Winter Semester Start – December 1

Any exam should have been written within the last two years. If not written in the last two years, students should make arrangements to take the test at least three months before the semester opening date.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.