- Level
- Master Degree
- CIP code
- 16.0104
- Duration
- 1 year master degree
- Open intake
-
Off-shoreSep 2027
- Field
- Indigenous and Cultural Studies
- Institution
- Public University
- Offer speed
- Fast Offer Speed5–7 days
- Next deadline
- 2026-09-01
Program overview
A thesis based master in Celtic language, literature and culture, built on supervised independent research, advanced language study and the production and defence of a substantial thesis.
Master of Arts in Celtic Studies (Thesis) reflects a genuine institutional specialism, as StFX sits in a region with living Gaelic heritage. The governing feed records one year, while the cross check records two.
Master of Arts in Celtic Studies (Thesis) is taught at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, a designated learning institution, so completing Master of Arts in Celtic Studies (Thesis) supports a Post-Graduation Work Permit application of up to 3 years. Canada requires a Provincial Attestation Letter with the study permit application for Master of Arts in Celtic Studies (Thesis), and the university issues that alongside the letter of acceptance. Every permit decision rests with Canadian immigration authorities, and Apply Study Visa confirms the position for Master of Arts in Celtic Studies (Thesis) in writing before you pay any deposit.
Admission to Master of Arts in Celtic Studies (Thesis) requires a three year bachelor degree at 70 percent or above. The English requirement is IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0, and tuition for Master of Arts in Celtic Studies (Thesis) is recorded at CAD 12,380 a year. No entrance scholarship is recorded against Master of Arts in Celtic Studies (Thesis), so budget the full tuition. September only, in 2026, 2027 and 2028. Apply Study Visa manages the Master of Arts in Celtic Studies (Thesis) application, the deposit, the letter of acceptance and the Canadian study permit as one process.
What it costs per year · indicative
Living cost is an estimate; tuition is the institute's published international fee. We confirm exact, current figures before you pay anything.
Do you qualify?
These are the published minimums. Whether your profile fits — with your marks, gap and budget — is exactly what a free counsellor check confirms.
Admission requirements
Who can apply (guide for international students):
- Education: A completed three year bachelor degree from a recognised university, at 70 percent or above.
- English (meet any one): IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0, PTE Academic 60 overall with no component below 50, or TOEFL iBT 90 with at least 20 in every section. The Duolingo English Test is not accepted.
- Application and deposit: An application fee of CAD 100 applies. An initial tuition deposit of CAD 1,000 is required to confirm the seat and trigger the letter of acceptance.
- Scholarship: No entrance scholarship is recorded for this programme. Budget the full tuition.
- Work permit: Master of Arts in Celtic Studies (Thesis) is delivered by a designated learning institution and supports a Post-Graduation Work Permit of up to 3 years. A Provincial Attestation Letter is required with the study permit application. A spouse cannot apply for an open work permit on the strength of this programme under the rules in force.
- Study permit: Apply Study Visa handles the provincial attestation letter, the study permit application and the biometrics appointment with you.
English requirements
Documents you'll need typical · we confirm yours
- Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets and certificates
- Bachelor's degree marksheets & final certificate
- English test scorecard (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) or MOI certificate
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Updated CV / resume
- Financial proof — bank statement / loan sanction + GIC
- Passport-size photographs
- Study-gap affidavit or work-experience letter (if applicable)
Getting documents right is the #1 reason applications succeed or get refused — our team checks every file before submission.
Career opportunities
Typical destinations for graduates:
- Academic Researcher: university and institute posts
- Archivist: heritage collections
- Cultural Programme Officer: heritage organisations
- Language Instructor: community and university teaching
- Museum Curator: cultural institutions
- Doctoral Study: Celtic studies research
Reality check: the recorded duration differs between our sources, and that matters because a programme under 16 months does not support a spousal open work permit, so confirm the exact length in writing.
About St. Francis Xavier University
- Type
- University
- Ownership
- Public
- Rating
- ★ 4.8
- World rank
- #4729
- Established
- 1853
- Reference No.
- O19391556899
