Dec 14, 2024  
University of Alberta Calendar 2024-2025 
    
University of Alberta Calendar 2024-2025

Master of Arts (Digital Humanities)


Program Requirements


Thesis-Based Program


The thesis-based MA in Digital Humanities program consists of 27 units plus a thesis.

9 units

  • in courses approved by the students’ specialization department (if applicable), or are open for students in the Individualized program.

Note:


If there is a specialization it is normally expected that a representative of both the Digital Humanities program and the participating department will sit on the thesis supervisory committee.

Length of the Program


The time required to complete the thesis-based MA may vary according to the previous training of the applicant and the nature of research undertaken; however, the program is designed to be completed within 24 months.

Course-Based Program


The course-based MA in Digital Humanities consists of 30 units of course work plus at least 6 units of practicum for a total minimum of 36 units.

Required courses (27 units):


9 units

  • in courses approved by the students’ specialization department (if applicable), or are open for students in the Individualized program.

Practicum


Note:

Total units cannot be acquired in a single term.

Length of the Program


The course-based program is designed to be completed within 24 months.