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Graduate Studies
Welcome to Graduate Studies at The University of Winnipeg, a student-centred research institution. Under the leadership of Dr. Mavis Reimer, Dean of Graduate Studies, the Faculty of Graduate Studies takes its mission to be to support and promote graduate education and research, to foster excellence in graduate programs, and to attract top national and international graduate students.
There are many good reasons for students to choose The University of Winnipeg for their graduate studies. We offer diverse programs, award-winning professors, and unique research opportunities. We are highly ranked among small Canadian universities. We are distinguished by small class sizes, personal attention to students, accessible professors, and downtown location. We aim to help students excel and to ensure that they have a superior student experience.
Graduate Programs
Below is a complete list of all Graduate Studies Programs available at the University of Winnipeg. Each program has its own set of requirements and the application processes are specified on the each program’s fact sheet that are listed under the heading Masters Programs on the Factsheets webpage. For more information about the programs, please consult the links below or contact the program coordinator/program chair.
Professional Programs
Master’s in Development Practice: Indigenous Development – Apply Online
Master in Management:Technology, Innovation and Operations – Apply Online
Master in Marriage and Family Therapy – Application Information
Master in Public Administration – Application Information
Offered jointly with the University of Manitoba
Master of Arts
Master of Arts in Applied Economics (MAE) – Apply Online
Master of Arts in Criminal Justice – Apply Online
Master of Arts in Cultural Studies – Apply Online
Master of Arts in History – Application Information
Offered jointly with the University of Manitoba
Master of Arts in Indigenous Governance – Application
Applications for the Master of Arts in Indigenous Governance program are not available at present.
Master of Arts in Peace and Conflict Studies – Application
Offered jointly with the University of Manitoba
Master of Arts in Religion – Application
Offered jointly with the University of Manitoba
Master of Science
Master of Science in Applied Computer Science and Society – Apply Online
Master of Science in Bioscience, Technology, and Public Policy – Apply Online
Environmental Studies
Master of Arts in Environmental and Social Change – Apply Online
Master of Science in Environmental and Social Change – Apply Online
Master of Environment in Environmental and Social Change – Apply Online
Theology
Please note these programs are not accepting new students.
Master of Arts (Theology) M.A
Master of Arts Spiritual Disciplines & Ministry Practices M.A
Master of Sacred Theology S.T.M.
The Faculty of Graduate Studies is pleased to offer current and recent graduate students the opportunity for further skills development with the following programs:
The Higher Education Teaching Certificate (HETC)
The HETC will prepare students for teaching responsibilities they may undertake during and/or post-degree. It is intended to be an introduction to the teaching culture of higher education. It will also be useful for undergraduate students enrolled in Honours programs, and others for whom communication and presentation skills are important.
More information on this program may be found here: HETC Program
The Postgraduate Professional Skills Certificate provides students with professional and career development skills to complement their academic training. As students enter an increasingly competitive workforce, distinguishing oneself is the key to career opportunities in a workplace where employers are seeking high potential employees who fit their strategic plan. This program provides training in areas such as Project Management, Oral and Written Communication, Networking, Organizational Behaviour and Budgeting.
Full-Time Program Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- International students are required to hold a minimum of an undergraduate degree
- A Higher National Diploma from Nigeria and Ghana are exceptions
- PACE reserves the right to determine if the academic credential is from an accepted post-secondary institution
- The Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) or Final Percentage on these transcripts will be assessed for eligibility
- *Minimum grade must be 60% or equivalent in national grading scheme
- See below for more detail
- Artificial Intelligence Post-Degree Diploma – Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics or related degree. Advanced programming knowledge is strongly recommended.
- Financial Management Post-Degree Diploma – Business or related bachelor degree.
- Marketing Management Post-Degree Diploma – preference is given to applicants with education related to marketing.
- Network Security Post-Degree Diploma – Bachelor Degree in IT, Computer Science, Design or a Bachelor Degree and a minimum of one year of technical experience working in IT.
- Public Relations & Strategic Communication Post-Degree Diploma – preference is given to applicants with education related to marketing
or communications. - Predictive Analytics Post-Degree Diploma – Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics or related degree. Advanced programming knowledge is strongly recommended.
- Web Development Post-Degree Diploma – Bachelor Degree in IT, Computer Science, Design or a Bachelor Degree and a minimum of one year of technical experience working in IT (programming and software development preferred).
Work Experience
| Program | Professional Work Experience (Minimum) | |
| Advanced Business Management | 5 years | |
| Artificial Intelligence | 2 years (applied computer science, applied statistics, engineering, or a business role involving the use/analysis of data) | |
| Financial Management | 3 years | |
| Human Resource Management | 3 years | |
| Marketing Management | 1 year (marketing preferred) | |
| Network Security | 1 year (IT related in lieu of Computer Science degree) | |
| Predictive Analytics | 2 years (applied computer science, applied statistics, engineering, or a business role involving the use/analysis of data) | |
| Project Management | 3 years | |
| Public Relations & Strategic Communication | 1 year (communications or marketing preferred) | |
| Supply Chain Management | 3 years | |
| Web Development | 1 year (IT related in lieu of Computer Science degree) |
*Applicants will be assessed on the following criteria: prior academic performance, amount of, and type of, work experience, and proficiency in English. Preference is given to applicants with the strongest combination. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee an offer of admission.
Minimum Cumulative GPA or Final Percentage by Country
| Country | Minimum Degree | Minimum GPA or Percentage* |
| Brazil | Bachelor | 6.0 or C+ |
| China | Bachelor | 70% or C |
| Ghana | Bachelor or Higher National Diploma | 3/5 or 60% |
| India | Bachelor | 6/10 or 60% |
| Jamaica | Bachelor or Associate Degree | 2.5/4 or 60% |
| Nigeria | Bachelor or Higher National Diploma | 60% |
| Pakistan | Bachelor | Second Class or Pass Class |
| Philippines | Bachelor | 3.0 or C |
| Ukraine | Bachelor | 3 or satisfactory |
| United Kingdom | Bachelor | 50% |
If a higher degree is attained (post-graduate diploma, Master’s, or PhD) the minimum GPA, or Percentage, must be attained in all degrees.
*Minimum grade must be 60% or equivalent in national grading scheme unless otherwise indicated
English Language Requirements
Applicants whose previous education was completed outside of Canada and where English may or may not have been the medium of instruction, must submit ONE of the following English language proficiency measures:
- Duolingo English Test with a minimum test score of 120, with at least a Production score of 100*
- IELTS Acacdemic– A minimum overall academic band score of 6.5 and a minimum score of 6.0 for the writing and reading categories*.
- TOEFL (paper based) – A minimum score of 550 with no less than 50 in each component.
- TOEFL (internet based) – A minimum score of 86 with no less than 19 in each component (internet-based)*.
- TOEFT MyBestScore may be considered with a minimum score of 20 on each individual components.
- Heartland International English School’s Pathway Program who have successfully completed Advanced 3 (Level 5), with 80%, as meeting the English requirement.
- International Language Academy of Canada (ILAC) English Pathway Program achieving a minimum score of 3.3.
- Three years of full-time education in English at secondary (high school) or post-secondary (university or college) levels in Canada or English Exempt Country.
- At least five credits at the Grade 12 level from a Canadian curriculum, including one credit of 40S English with a minimum average grade of 75%. *
- Achieved a minimum grade of four (B) on the International Baccalaureate Higher Level English course, or a minimum grade of three (B) on the Advanced Placement English examination (Language Composition; Literature and Composition).
- Applicants taking the English Language requirement from UWinnipeg ELP must achieve a minimum of “B” in the following courses:
- (Full-time) Academic Level 5 – Students must complete Academic Level 5 and Introduction to Business
- or
- (Part-time) Academic Writing II and Academic Learning & Speaking
- (Full-time) Academic Level 5 – Students must complete Academic Level 5 and Introduction to Business
*Admission into the Public Relations & Strategic Communication Diploma requires:
- TOEFL (internet-based) – A minimum overall score of 94 in the TOEFL (internet-based) with at least 25 in the TOEFL Writing category.
- IELTS Academic – An overall academic IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum score of 6.5 in the academic IELTS Reading and Writing categories.
- Duolingo – A minimum test score of 125, with at least a Production score of 105
Download the UWPACE English Language Requirements (PDF) for additional English proficiency tests and programs and waiver options for the English language requirement.
The University reserves the right to request English language proficiency testing result documentation for any international applicant.
Part-Time Program Admission Requirements
* International Applicants are only eligible for online programs within our part-time studies offerings at PACE.
Academic Requirements
MUST provide an official transcript for all previous post-secondary study (including university, CEGEP, or private college).
English Language Requirements
Applicants whose previous education was completed outside of Canada and where English may or may not have been the medium of instruction, must submit ONE of the following English language proficiency measures:
Students applying to The University of Winnipeg PACE during the COVID-19 crisis, may use the following testing options to meet their English language requirements for applications to our programs:
- Duolingo English Test with a minimum test score of 120, with at least a Production score of 100*
- IELTS – A minimum overall academic band score of 6.5 and a minimum score of 6.0 for the writing and reading categories*
- TOEFL (paper based) – A minimum score of 550 with no less than 50 in each component
- TOEFL (internet based) – A minimum score of 80 with no less than 19 in each component (internet-based)*
- TOEFT MyBestScore may be considered with a minimum score of 20 on each individual component.
- CANTEST – A minimum score of 4.5 in the listening, writing and reading categories
- Three years of full-time education in English at secondary (high school) or post-secondary (university or college) levels in Canada
- Graduation from a Manitoba high school with at least one Senior 4 Core English credit with a minimum grade of 70% (Comprehensive Focus, Literary Focus or Transactional Focus)
- Graduation from a Canadian high school with at least one Grade 12 English with a minimum grade of 70%
- Graduation from a Canadian curriculum high school outside of Canada with at least one Grade 12 English with a minimum grade of 70% (students taking a New Brunswick curriculum are not included. You must present an IELTS test)
- Heartland International English School’s Pathway Program who have successfully completed Advanced 2 (Level 5), with 80%, as meeting the English requirement.
- International Language Academy of Canada English Language Pathway Program achieving a minimum score of 3.3.
- Applicants taking the English Language requirement from UWinnipeg ELP must achieve a minimum of “B” in the following courses:
- (Full-time) Academic Level 5 – Students must complete Academic Level 5 and Introduction to Business
- or
- (Part-time) Academic Writing II and Academic Learning & Speaking
- (Full-time) Academic Level 5 – Students must complete Academic Level 5 and Introduction to Business
Download the UWPACE English Language Requirements (PDF) for additional English proficiency tests and programs and waiver options for the English language requirement.
The University reserves the right to request English language proficiency testing result documentation for any international applicant.
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