Master of Arts (East Asian Studies) 24 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Alberta |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Application Deadline

15 Jan, 2026Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

Area StudiesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Area Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Department of East Asian Studies offers programs leading to the Master of Arts degree in East Asian Studies

For further information, see the Department website, www.eastasianstudies.ualberta.ca.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Area Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Department of East Asian Studies offers programs leading to the Master of Arts degree in East Asian Studies

For further information, see the Department website, www.eastasianstudies.ualberta.ca.

Admission Requirements

90+
6.5+
3+

The Department’s minimum admission requirements are an undergraduate degree with an admission GPA of at least 3.0 on the 4-point scale from the University of Alberta, or an equivalent qualification and standing from a recognized institution. The admission GPA will be calculated on the last 60 units of graded coursework completed, or on the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded coursework.

An undergraduate background related to the proposed area of graduate study is preferred.

Where applicable, applicants must provide proof of English Language Proficiency (refer to English Language Requirement). Any one of the following is acceptable:

  • a minimum TOEFL score of 90 with a score of at least 21 on each of the individual skill areas (internet-based test) or equivalent;
  • an IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum score of 6.0 on each band.

15 Jan 2026
2 Years
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

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