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Master of Arctic and Subarctic Futures

Memorial University of Newfoundland

Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Canada
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A 4-year doctoral programme in Arctic and Subarctic Futures at Memorial University.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Arctic and Subarctic Futures can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods
And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Government (Indigenous
Municipal
Provincial
Territorial
Federal)
Non-governmental organizations
Industry
Business and services
Academia
Research
Faculty and researcher positions

Curriculum

Courses
A qualifying examination and a thesis addressing Northern-focused needs
Graduates of the SASS master's options have courses waived unless they lack SASS 6003
Developing Research Partnerships in Arctic and Subarctic Studies.

Entry requirements

Academic

Normally a second-class (about 70-75%) bachelor's degree from a recognised university
In a relevant field (programme specific)
Statement of interest
Two references and CV
English proficiency evidence unless the degree was taught in English. Grade guidance from source: Normally a second-class (about 70-75%) bachelor's degree
Programme specific (Marine Institute programmes: second class or cumulative GPA 2.75 on a 4.0 scale).

Accepted academic background

Four-year bachelor's degree of second-class standing or better in a relevant field from a recognized university (programme specific, Some require a research supervisor or experience).

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
Duolingo 115
PTE Academic 58

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
English Language Test Results (if applicable)
Personal Statement
Curriculum Vitae.

How to apply

Check the programme requirements and deadline. Apply online through the institution's official application portal
Choose degree
Route and semester
pay the 120 CAD international application fee by Visa or Mastercard. Write the statement of interest and
For research routes
Name up to two possible supervisors. Upload transcripts
Degree confirmation
Two reference letters
A CV and proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 80
IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 115 unless exempt). Add any programme-specific items
Submit before the deadline.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$16,371, $4,833 CAD
Application fee	$120 CAD
Deposit	$1,500 CAD

Program details

Campus	Labrador Campus, Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Faculty or school	School of Arctic and Subarctic Studies
Department	Arctic and Subarctic Futures
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Graduate funding and scholarship eligibility vary by research programme and student status, 2027 award decisions remain programme-specific.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
31 Jan 2027
78 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.