Master of Arts in Canadian Studies and Indigenous Studies (Major Research Paper)

Trent University

Fuel your curiousity and passion as you prepare for professional and academic career paths. In this program, students lead research projects that span the humanities, social sciences and other interdisciplinary fields, as they produce either a major research paper or thesis. This Master’s degree prepares you for a vibrant future in academia, as well as careers in education, social services or not-for-profit and advocacy sectors.Contribute to a robust exploration of themes and debates in Canadian Studies & Indigenous Studies as you gain grounding in methodological and theoretical approaches to current scholarly research and writing. The Frost Centre for Canadian Studies & Indigenous Studies provides a vibrant space for scholarly research, writing, and discussion about issues central to a critical understanding of Canada.In the Canadian Studies and Indigenous Studies MA program, you will be able to explore a number of experiential or ‘learning through doing’ possibilities, including participating in a Humanities wide co-op opportunity, or working closely with a community partner in a community-based research project. You can take advantage of opportunities to travel to conferences and workshops, to present papers, and to engage with professional academic communities, or to work collaboratively with your peers to organize program-specific professional and academic workshops and to earn micro-credits focused on real world applications.