
Cultural Studies: Curatorial Practices (MA)
The Master of Arts (MA) in Cultural Studies: Curatorial Practices is intended to give students an excellent foundation
This course-based MA offers a mixture of theoretical and practical courses in the Curatorial Practices specialization that will introduce students to critical issues in the study of visual cultures. Historical and contemporary curatorial principles are studied in a seminar format as well as engaging in a hands-on Practicum course with individual placements in partnered art institutions.
Information about specific faculty research interests can be found on the Cultural Studies website at uwinnipeg.ca/cultural-studies and on the faculty member’s home departmental website.
The expected time to graduate is 12 months (full-time) or 24 months (part-time); maximum time is 3 years.
Admission Requirements
Applicants should have an Honours or 4-year BA in Art History or in a field that provides preparation in cultural, literary, textual, and/or visual studies (e.g. Anthropology, History, Fine Arts, etc.). Other degrees and/or experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
English Requirement (if applicant’s first language is not English): A minimum TOEFL iBT score of 100, with a score of at least 22 on the writing and speaking components, or an IELTS score of 7.5 or Duolingo score of 125. The test must have been taken within two years of the date a completed application is filed.
How to Apply
- Complete the online application form: uwinnipeg.ca/apply-to-grad-studies
- In addition to the completed application form, the following must also be included with the application:
- Transcripts are required from ALL recognized, post-secondary institutions attended, whether or not a degree has been awarded. For initial assessment purposes only, copies of unofficial transcripts uploaded on the online application are acceptable and preferred. Official transcripts will only be required if you are recommended for admission. All official transcripts are to be sent directly from the post-secondary institutions. If the final transcript does not show that a completed degree has been conferred, an official/notarized copy of your diploma is also required.
- Provide contact information for two individuals familiar with your academic work and who will provide letters of
- Provide English language requirement (where applicable). Official test scores must be forwarded directly to the Graduate Studies Admissions Office from the testing agency. For initial assessment purposes only, copies of test scores uploaded on the online application are acceptable and preferred.
- Supply a statement of interest of 500 words, which includes a brief description of your undergraduate training, your reasons for applying to this program, and your areas of research interest in cultural studies.
- Include an academic writing sample, preferably an essay from a recent course with the instructor’s comments, written in English. The committee will also consider supplementary materials.
- Other supporting documents include: scanned copies of name change (if applicable), an academic resumé and proof of permanent residency (if applicable).
- Official documents should be sent to the Graduate Studies Admissions Office, The University of Winnipeg, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB Canada R3B 2E9.
Start date for the program is in September.
Deadlines to submit a complete application package, including all supporting documents: February 1.
Program Contacts
Dr. Serena Keshavjee, Coordinator
phone: 204.786.9412
email: s.keshavjee@uwinnipeg.ca
Visit the Cultural Studies website
Graduate Studies Admissions Office
email: graduateadmissions@uwinnipeg.ca
website: uwinnipeg.ca/graduate-studies
Visit the Graduate Studies website
In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this webpage differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
Program Contacts
Dr. Serena Keshavjee, Coordinator
P: 204.786.9412
E: s.keshavjee@uwinnipeg.ca
W: uwinnipeg.ca/cultural-studies
Graduate Studies Admissions Office
P: 204.786.9309
E: gradstudies@uwinnipeg.ca
W: uwinnipeg.ca/graduate-studies/
In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this fact sheet differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
Last Updated: 08/01/2024
Last Updated: 08/01/2024