Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction - Equity Studies in Education

Study and develop expertise in an equity framework for education. The program conceptualizes education broadly as a concept that includes schooling, but also includes other social forces that shape knowledge in society.Prospective candidates interested in this program may include:Educators and administrators who wish to move into leadership roles with regards to equity practices in their schools and districtsAdvocates and educators who work in nonprofit agencies, such as the immigrantsettlement services sectorAdvocates and educators working with adult learners in formal or informal learning settingsPolicy analysts working in government and non-government sectorsMedia workers interested in studying the informal education that occurs via media and popular cultureDiversity and equity officers working in fields such as corrections, health, military, and law enforcement

A bachelor's degree from Simon Fraser University or its equivalent with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0/4.33 (B), or a grade point average of at least 3.33/4.33 (B+) based on the last 60 units of undergraduate/graduate courses will normally be required for admission.ACADEMIC WRITING SAMPLE (PDF)Upload a recent example of academic writing in PDF format. If applicants do not have a recent paper they are advised to write one on any topic that is of interest or relevance to them. Paper length should be a minimum of 5 pages. LETTER OF INTENT (PDF)Upload a typed letter of intent as a PDF file. Insert your last name and initial in the header of your document. Outline the following in your letter of intent (maximum 1000 words)