Graduate Studies
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The Latin American and Iberian Studies Themed Option of the Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies Program at the University of British Columbia Okanagan offers students dynamic course- and research-based M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in an intimate learning environment. The master's themed degree emphasizes a breadth of knowledge in the form of course work, language mastery, and production of original, publishable research. The themed PhD provides the necessary preparation for an academic career in the field.
Students tailor coursework to develop their own critical research agenda, drawing from the many participating disciplines, including anthropology, art history, comparative literature, history, indigenous studies, linguistics, geography, political science, film, cultural studies, and sociology.
Applying to the program
The standard start time is in September, although students may enroll in January or May if circumstances warrant. Although late applications may be considered at the discretion of the IGS Program, for full consideration students should apply by the following deadlines:
For admission in: Apply before:
January September 15
May January 15
September January 31 (Entrance Scholarship competition deadline)
For application forms and detailed instructions, please click here. Funding opportunities through the College of Graduate Studies can be found here. Latin American and Iberian Studies is supported by both the Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences and the Facutly of Creative and Critical Studies.
For more information
Please contact Jessica Stites Mor (jessica.stites-mor@ubc.ca), Director of Latin American Studies. Before applying, students should contact potential research supervisors directly, as admission to the program requires the support of a faculty supervisor as well as meeting program-specific criteria for program admission. For a list of faculty and their fields of expertise, click here.
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7/28/2011 3:11:04 PM
