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University of Prince Edward Island Master of Arts in Island Studies

University of Prince Edward Island

Master of Arts in Island Studies

Charlottetown, Canada

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    About: The Master of Arts in Island Studies offers a multidisciplinary approach to the study of islands, focusing on cultural, environmental, and economic perspectives. This program allows students to explore the unique challenges and opportunities faced by island communities through various methodologies and case studies. With a duration of one year, students engage in coursework, research, and practical experiences that deepen their understanding of island dynamics.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in areas such as environmental management, tourism development, community planning, and cultural heritage preservation. Opportunities may also exist in non-profit organizations, consultancy, and government agencies focused on island and coastal development.

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Introduction

The Master of Arts in Island Studies (MAIS) at the University of Prince Edward Island is a unique, interdisciplinary, and policy-driven graduate program that critiques islands on their own terms. We welcome students from around the world with diverse disciplinary backgrounds and diverse degrees, or with professional workplace experience in the public, private, or resource sectors.

Our program offers a challenging opportunity for students with:

  • a special interest in researching islands: their societies, economies, histories, cultures, governments, geographies, and environments
  • an interest in public policy and administration
  • career aspirations within local, regional, national, and international governmental and non-governmental organizations
  • career aspirations in the private and resource sectors
  • a desire for the challenge of graduate education

Current UPEI students should refer to Student Planning in myUPEI and the UPEI Academic Calendar governing their entry year, and speak to an academic advisor about course requirements. The course structure presented for this program is a recommended, unofficial progression for prospective students.

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