This section presents the requirements for programs in:

• M.A. Migration and Diaspora Studies
• M.A. Migration and Diaspora Studies with Collaborative Specialization in African Studies
• M.A. Migration and Diaspora Studies with Collaborative Specialization in Climate Change
• M.A. Migration and Diaspora Studies with Collaborative Specialization in Latin American and Caribbean Studies
• Graduate Diploma in Migration and Diaspora Studies

Regulations

See the General Regulations section of this Calendar.

Regularly Scheduled Break

For immigration purposes, the summer term (May to August) for the M.A. Migration and Diaspora Studies, including all concentrations and specializations, is considered a regularly scheduled break approved by the University. Students should resume full-time studies in September.

Note: a Regularly Scheduled Break as described for immigration purposes does not supersede the requirement for continuous registration in Thesis, Research Essay, or Independent Research Project as described in Section 8.2 of the Graduate General Regulations.

Admission Requirements

M.A. Migration and Diaspora Studies

The normal requirement for admission to the Master's program is an Honours Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), with at least a B+ average.

For admission to the program, applicants should normally possess a four-year undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a humanities or social sciences discipline or interdisciplinary program. Previous coursework in Migration and Diaspora Studies is an asset. Practical experience working with migrant or diaspora issues will also be taken into consideration.

Accelerated Pathway

The accelerated pathway in Migration and Diaspora Studies is a flexible and individualized plan of graduate study for students in their final year of a Carleton University undergraduate degree.

Students in their third year of study in a Carleton University undergraduate degree should consult with both the Undergraduate Advisor in their program of study and the Migration and Diaspora Studies Program Director to determine if the accelerated pathway is appropriate for them and to confirm their selection of courses for their final year of undergraduate studies.

Accelerated pathway requirements:

1. At least 1.0 credit in Migration and Diaspora Studies elective courses (5000-level or higher);
2. Minimum overall CGPA of A-.

Students may receive advanced standing with transfer of credit of up to 1.0 credit which can reduce their time to completion.

Admission Requirements for Diploma in Migration and Diaspora Studies (Type 2)

• Enrolment in a Master's or Doctoral degree program at Carleton University.
• Letter of support from the student's supervisor or, if no supervisor has been assigned, a faculty member in the home program.
• A 1-2 page statement of interest from the applicant outlining the reasons for wishing to enrol in the Migration and Diaspora Studies Diploma program.

Admissions Requirements for Diploma in Migration and Diaspora Studies (Type 3)

• An Honours Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline, with an average of B+ or higher. University transcripts must be submitted as part of the application.
• A 1-2 page statement of interest from the applicant outlining the reasons for wishing to enrol in the Migration and Diaspora Studies Diploma program.
• An academic letter of recommendation. In addition, students with relevant professional or practical experience may submit a letter from their supervisor/employer.

Co-op Option

The co-op education program provides students in the MA Program in Migration and Diaspora Studies the opportunity to combine work placements with academic study. The practical experiences obtained in the workplace will reflect and extend knowledge and skills learned in the classroom and will help to develop career interests and marketable expertise. All students in the MA Program in Migration and Diaspora Studies have the opportunity to enroll in the co-op education program.

Co-op Admission Requirements

Students interested in admission into the co-op education option in Migration and Diaspora Studies must apply by the end of the first semester of academic study.

To be eligible for admission to the Co-Operative Education program in Migration and Diaspora Studies, students must:

1. be registered in the MA Program in Migration and Diaspora Studies;
2. have successfully completed by the start date of their first work term 2.0 credits of course requirements for the MA in Migration and Diaspora Studies which must include 0.5 credit in MGDS 5001 and an additional 0.5 credit from MGDS at the 5000 level (not including MGDS 5101).
3. be registered as a full-time student in each academic term prior to work term;
4. be eligible to work in Canada (for off-campus work placements).

Meeting the preceding requirements only establishes eligibility for admission to the co-op option - the prevailing job market may limit enrolment in it. Students should also note that hiring priority is given to Canadian citizens for co-op positions under the auspices of the Public Service Commission. Work terms for Migration and Diaspora Studies co-op students exist in a variety of public and private sector fields. Every effort will be made to ensure that there are appropriate work opportunities available, but there are no assurances that a co-op position will be found. Students with a high CGPA, enthusiasm, and potential, however, will have a competitive edge in securing co-op employment. Students will be assisted by the Carleton University Co-op Office to find work term positions.

Registration

Students who are accepted into the Co-op Education Option in Migration and Diaspora Studies must be registered in MGDS 5913 [0.0] Co-operative Work Term in each work term.

Note:  This course does not carry academic course credit, but is noted on academic transcripts.  Students are permitted to enroll in one 0.5 credit course during each work term.

Graduation

Students must successfully complete two work terms, in addition to the M.A. in Migration and Diaspora Studies requirements, to successfully graduate and receive a co-op designation on their final transcript and diploma.

Appeals

The Co-op Office administers the regulations and procedures applicable to the co-op option, and will report any situation of a student failing to report to a placement or being required to withdraw from the co-op option for any reason to the Migration and Diaspora Studies Program Director for a final decision. Any decision may be appealed through the normal channels of the University.

Students admitted to the Co-operative Education program must successfully complete two work placements each work term lasting four months, to receive a Co-operative Education designation on their academic transcript. Students register in the 0.0 credit Co-operative Education course MGDS 5913 and are permitted to enrol in one additional 0.5 credit course during each work term.

More information on Co-operative Education regulations can be found in Section 14 of the general regulations section of this Graduate Calendar.