Overview

The MA in Interdisciplinary Studies (MAIS) is driven by a student’s interdisciplinary research and career interests. A prospective student’s application needs to provide the rationale for the proposed combination of courses and academic fields of study.

Whereas most graduate interdisciplinary degrees draw from traditional, single disciplines (e.g., sociology, psychology, ecology), the Royal Roads MAIS offers a unique take on interdisciplinarity. This program draws not from single disciplines but from multidisciplinary academic program areas (e.g., peace and conflict management, or environmental education and education); in addition, the program focuses on applied research instrumental to working professionals’ career goals.

Two required introductory courses, a course on interdisciplinary theoretical frameworks and a course on interdisciplinary methods, provide a solid foundation for individualized study. Where needed, a student may take advantage of a directed study course to further familiarity with scholarship in a particular area of study.

It is recommended that prospective students contact the Office of Interdisciplinary Studies to discuss development.

For questions about the MAIS application process, please contact:
Carole Sandhu, Program Associate
Faculty of Social and Applied Sciences
Ph: 250-391-2600 ext. 4753
Carole.sandhu@royalroads.ca

For questions about the MAIS curriculum, please contact:
Wendy Schissel, Program Head
Academic and Student Management
Faculty of Social and Applied Sciences
Office of Interdisciplinary Studies
Ph: 250-391-2600 Ext 4753
Wendy.Schissel@royalroads.ca