
Indigenous Governance (MA)
The Master of Arts (MA) in Indigenous Governance is an interdisciplinary program that provides students with theoretical and practical skills to examine and address Indigenous governance in the political, social, economic, and cultural contexts. The focus is on Indigenous nations in North and South America, but the international context is discussed.
An MA in Indigenous Governance will prepare students to take leadership positions in the private and public sectors, to create and influence policy, to creatively approach development and governance from an Indigenous perspective, and to promote the visibility and recognition of sovereign Indigenous peoples and communities in Canada and abroad, and, to prepare students for further education in PhD programs.
In the two-year program, students choose from three streams: 1. thesis, which is defended orally and assessed by a committee; 2. practicum with a relevant Indigenous organization, community or government; 3. comprehensive examination, which includes a written and an oral component.
Admissions Requirements
Admission is open to university graduates holding a relevant, recognized 4-Year General or Honours Bachelor of Arts degree with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better in the last 60 credit hours of coursework.
Students holding a 3-year undergraduate degree may be admitted to the Master's program upon successful completion of a UWinnipeg-designed pre-Master's program which consists of a set of upper-level undergraduate courses.
Applicants must meet the University's English Requirement (if applicant’s first language is not English). Please see: https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/future-student/international/lang-req.html
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:
- 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 recommendation.
- Provide English language requirement (where applicable). For initial assessment purposes only, copies of test scores (uploaded to your application) are acceptable and preferred.
- Supply an academic writing sample, preferably a recent peer-reviewed publication or an essay from a recent course.
- Statement of interest (max 500 words) explaining your interest in our graduate program, how your research interest or professional goals fit with our program, and who you would like to advise and supervise your graduate thesis or practicum.
- Other supporting documents include: scanned copies of name change (if applicable), a CV/ 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
Start date for the program is in September and January.
Deadline to submit a complete application package, including all supporting documents: September intake – February 1; January intake - July 1
Program Contacts
Dr. Jacqueline Romanow, Chair
email: Indigenous.Studies@uwinnipeg.ca
Visit the Master of Arts in Indigenous Governance website
Graduate Studies Admissions Office
phone: 204.786.9309
email: graduateadmissions@uwinnipeg.ca
In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this webpage differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
Program Contacts
Dr. Jacqueline Romanow, Chair
email: Indigenous.Studies@uwinnipeg.ca
website: uwinnipeg.ca/maig
In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this fact sheet differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
Graduate Studies Admissions Office
phone: 204.786.9309
email: graduateadmissions@uwinnipeg.ca
website: uwinnipeg.ca/graduate-studies
Last Updated: 08/01/2024
Last Updated: 08/01/2024