Program Objectives

• deepen understanding of Indigenous knowledges, histories, worldviews in both theory and practice
• strengthen instruction and leadership skills in using and supporting Indigenous education knowledge, practices, and pedagogies for classroom, school, and community-based programs and settings
• analyze and adapt existing curriculum frameworks and structures in order to make them more culturally responsive to Indigenous worldviews and Indigenous knowledge systems
• provide leadership in the development and revision of Indigenous educational policy, curricula and programming
• develop knowledge and practices for engagement with Indigenous learners, people, and communities that advance TRC and UNDRIP commitments

This program is ideal for:

• Teachers
• Administrators
• Community educators
• Early Childhood educators
• other professionals who wish to enhance their knowledge and professional practice in Indigenous education

2024-2026 Proposed Schedule

Courses and schedule are subject to change.

The UBC MEd in Indigenous Education consists of 30 credits of course work which are typically completed in 2.5 years. The program is only offered on a part-time basis.

This program will be offered in a blended delivery format, with fall and winter courses being offered online, and summer courses being offered face-to-face in 1-week intensives.

Application Requirements

All students must meet the admission and application requirements of both the Faculty of Graduate Studies and the program, which include:

• A minimum of two-years of engagement within schools, communities, business, government, non-governmental organizations, or other education-oriented environments.
• A completed four-year undergraduate degree and at least a 76% average on all senior-level credits.
• Three letters of recommendation from educators, supervisors, colleagues, or clients that speak to your abilities to complete a graduate degree and interest in Indigenous Education.
• Resumé and a 600-word statement of intent of your Indigenous Education experience, professional goals, and the anticipated benefit of involvement in the program.

Fees

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are reviewed annually by the UBC Board of Governors and may be adjusted without prior notice. For the most accurate and up-to-date information on tuition and fees, visit the official UBC Calendar. In case of a discrepancy between this webpage and the UBC Calendar, the UBC Calendar entry will be held to be correct.

Graduate tuition is assessed as an annual program fee, which is divided into three equal installments due at the beginning of academic terms starting in September, January and May. Students in this program will pay a minimum of 7 installments.

Student Fees

Student fees include fees established and authorized by the UBC Board of Governors and fees established and authorized by students societies. These fees are in addition to tuition fees. Please see the UBC Calendar for details on student fees.

Funding Eligibility

As this program is part-time, it is not eligible for student loans or other types of funding.

How to Apply

Application Status: Closed

Application Deadline: TBD

Document Deadline: February 22, 2024

ONLINE APPLICATION

• Navigate to grad.ubc.ca/apply/online/.
• When you are ready to apply, click “Apply Online”.
• Read the instructions, and either log in with your CWL or create a CWL if you have never attended UBC.
• Once logged in, use the Program Keyword search box and type the 4-character cohort designation MIE3 into the "Program Keyword" field.
• IMPORTANT: The program name should be Master of Education in Indigenous Education and the cohort code should be MIE3. Please ensure you are applying to the correct program - this part-time cohort is different than the regular on-campus program.
• Select the program.
• Click the “Apply” button.
• Fill out the application as indicated.

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

Please have these ready to upload when you apply:

Transcripts, degree certificates (if applicable), English language assessment report (if applicable), statement of intent, and an up-to-date resume must be uploaded to your application.

In cases where referees are unable to submit an electronic reference, sealed and endorsed reference letters may be sent by mail. Your reference will receive a link to a reference form that they should complete and send back to us.

You can also find the Grad Reference Form here.

 Important: Please ask your references to include the 4-character cohort designation MIE3 when they submit their reference. All references must arrive in sealed envelopes with the reference’s signature on the seal.

Please send mailed documents to:

David Roy
MIE3 Graduate Cohort
Faculty of Education, PDCE Office
University of British Columbia
1304-2125 Main Mall
Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z4

APPLICATION TIMELINE

After your application is submitted, all documents are uploaded, and references have been received, your application file is considered complete.

Once the application deadline for the program has passed, all completed application files are submitted to the Department for review.  Applications recommended by the Department for admission are then confirmed against Graduate & Post-Doctoral Studies requirements, and accepted applicants are notified. Any special case admissions require an additional review by Graduate and Post-Doctoral Studies.

The entire process generally takes 8 to 12 weeks.

ASSISTANCE

If you require any assistance with the application process, please contact:

David Roy
Senior Program Assistant
604-822-3622
pdce.educ@ubc.ca

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Support & Resources

Helpful Links

UBC Grad Studies Webpage for Prospective Indigenous Graduate Students
Graduate Studies Indigenous Portal
SAGE - Supporting Aboriginal Graduate Enhancement
Awards from Indigeneous Students
Financial Support for Indigenous Students
Scholarships, Awards & Funding

Sponsorship Billing

Some UBC students have a portion of their UBC fees paid by a sponsor such as an Indigenous community, employer, or government agency. This is called sponsorship billing.Find out everything you need to know about sponsorship billing.

Contacts

David Roy
Senior Program Assistant
pdce.educ@ubc.ca
David should be your first point of contact. He can answer questions regarding the application process and direct you to the best person to answer your questions if he can't.

Rebecca Jules
Specialist, Indigenous Graduate Initiatives
rebecca.jules@ubc.ca
If you are unsure if you meet the minimum admission requirements or how your cultural, personal and professional knowledge may be taken into consideration in an application, Rebecca is the best person to reach out to.

Dr. Verna Billy-Minnabarriet
Senior Advisor to the Dean on Indigenous Education & Cohort Advisor
verna.minnabarriet@ubc.ca
If you would like to speak to about program content, Dr. Billy-Minnabarriet, is your best resource.

Enrolment Services’ Indigenous Student Support Team at UBC Vancouver
es.indigenous@ubc.ca
During the 2021-22 academic year, this team will have drop-in advising for Indigenous students on Wednesdays from 12:00 to 2:30pm in the Sty-Wet-Tan Great Hall. Advisors will either be sitting in the hall or just outside the main doors. If your concern is private or confidential, there is also a private office space that can be used for a conversation.

Info Sessions

Have questions? We've got answers!

Meet the Program Advisor and Program Assistant, and learn more about this program and about applying to become a UBC graduate student.

There are currently no info sessions scheduled for this program

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