INDIGENOUS
MASTER OF
EDUCATION
READY TO
APPLY?
To apply to the University nuhelt'ine tahiyots;i nistameyimakanak Blue Quills :
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Download, complete, and mail the Program Package
Overview

Indigenous Master of Education Program

The specialization is grounded in Indigenous knowledge and teachings with a focus on leading-edge Educational Leadership in:

  • Planning
  • Leading Change
  • Communication
  • School Improvement
  • Deconstructing Ideologies
  • Curriculum Development
  • Team Leadership
  • Policy and Practice
  • Research Methodologies
  • Relationship Building

Admission Requirements:

  • 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited school or institution
  • Demonstrated verbal and written skills
  • Openness to learn from Indigenous perspective –knowledge and wisdom
  • Alignment with UnBQ’s mission and values

Required Documentation Checklist:

  • Download and complete the application package.
  • Up-to-date Resume or CV (Curriculum Vitae)
  • Two Letters of Reference: Provide a minimum of two letters of support from individuals who can evaluate your interpersonal skills, professional practice and/or ability and capacity to complete a graduate degree. Recommendations from family members are not encouraged.
  • Statement of Intent: Submit an essay that is well-written using APA 7th Edition and no longer than 1000 words. It must include the following:
    • Describe your interest in Indigenous Master of Education Degree Program;
    • Assess your strengths; and
    • Describe what you hope to gain from this graduate degree
  • Official Transcripts (From where you earned your Bachelor’s degree). If you have a GPA below the 3.0 minimum (in your last 60 credits), you should also include an essay (separate from the Statement of Intent) that either:
    Demonstrates distinguished life achievements of a scholarly, creative, or professional nature in the field related to the intended program of study.
    OR
    Provides evidence that you are likely to succeed in handling the rigor of the graduate program.
  • Admissions Interview required.