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UNBC International Studies MA statement of interest
UNBC's International Studies MA asks for a short intellectual autobiography, a proposed area of study, evidence of readiness, fit with its faculty and program streams, and longer-term goals. A separate academic writing sample of no more than ten pages demonstrates independent argument and research. The program admits for September, with no winter intake.
Writing format
500–750-word statement, plus a separate single-authored writing sample
Academic integrity
UNBC prohibits generative AI and AI translation tools in this application. Compose the statement and writing sample independently in English; do not use Award Scholar's essay writer for this program.
What to prepare
- 1Describe the coursework, research, professional work, or community experience that prepared you for an interdisciplinary international-studies MA.
- 2Name a research interest, relevant program stream or faculty area, and courses you hope to take; connect the degree to a realistic longer-term direction.
- 3Select a single-authored academic or professional paper of no more than ten pages as the separate writing sample.
How to approach the writing
- Use the statement for your own intellectual trajectory and program fit; select an existing single-authored paper for the separate writing sample.
- Contact three referees early. UNBC asks for two academic references and allows the third to be professional.
Before you submit
The program lists January 15 for September admission without naming a year on this page; confirm the live cycle before relying on that date. UNBC prohibits AI and AI translation tools in any application material, including the statement and writing sample.
Read UNBC International Studies MA admissions guidance ↗Read UNBC MA International Studies application requirements ↗Official source checked 2026-09-26.