The University of Lethbridge’s Blackfoot name is Iniskim, meaning Sacred Buffalo Stone. The University is located in traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory. We honour the Blackfoot People and their traditional ways of knowing in caring for this land, as well as all Indigenous Peoples who have helped shape and continue to strengthen our University community.
Choosing the right graduate school is choosing the future you want to create. At ULethbridge, that future is shaped by curiosity, exploration and understanding.
Here, you’ll work closely with expert faculty, have access to resources that support your research and join a community of collaborators across disciplines. All so you can push past what’s known to discover what’s possible.
With a 3:1 graduate student-to-supervisor ratio, you’ll get focused, meaningful mentorship and build lasting academic relationships.
In 2025, we were ranked #1 in our category in Medical and Science Grants by Maclean’s Magazine, and we were in the top 10 per cent in the Center for World University Rankings.
Join a cohort of 8,000 students from 89 countries, with 74 per cent arriving from outside of Lethbridge, supported by mentors and personalized guidance to help everyone flourish.
Hundreds of paid Graduate Assistantships and targeted professional development programs give you the experience, skills and connections to advance your career.
All grad thesis students are eligible for the ULethbridge Graduate Research Award (up to $21,000) plus other awards and support, so you don’t have to search far for funding.
Work in bright, modern labs at the award-winning Science Commons, creative makerspaces or our business incubator, all surrounded by stunning views and 320 days of sunshine.
At ULethbridge, you’ll work directly with faculty as research and teaching partners, building relationships that shape your work and your career. You teach. You lead. You contribute.
With more than 715 graduate students across disciplines, we’re big enough to ensure access to a global community of scholars, experts and opportunities, without sacrificing connection. You’ll know your mentors well and they’ll be deeply involved in your work.
You’ll have the flexibility to shape your program and connect across disciplines, whether you’re studying near the coulees of Lethbridge or under the city lights of Calgary.
Graduate life here is a transformative experience, guiding you even further on your journey as a scholar and professional, wherever your path may lead.
We support your growth as a whole person, beyond academics.
Guided by the wisdom of the Indigenous Medicine Wheel, your graduate journey balances four interconnected dimensions:
• Physical (Knowledge)
• Mental (Wisdom)
• Emotional (Awareness)
• Spiritual (Understanding)
With you at the centre, these dimensions align with the four stages of graduate studies: orientation, coursework, project or thesis, and defence or capstone completion.
Through this model, we honour Indigenous Ways of Knowing, build community and encourage daily reflection as you study, work and go forward in life.
The Graduate Studies Medicine Wheel was created through a deeply collaborative and culturally rooted journey, inspired by Indigenous teachings that emphasize balance and growth throughout life. Honouring Anishinaabe, Cree, and Blackfoot traditions, the process involved meaningful engagement with
Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and sacred sites to ensure the wheel reflects and supports the diverse experiences of graduate students. Thank you to co-op graduate student Nîpisîwâsaskwêtow Iskwew (Willow Fungus Woman) Natasha Randell-Tremblett for the development of this Medicine Wheel graphic.
“It’s my hope that this collaborative and culturally grounded representation will serve as a source of balance and inspiration for all graduate students as they navigate their own unique paths at the University of Lethbridge and beyond.”
Nîpisîwâsaskwêtow Iskwew (Willow Fungus Woman) Natasha Randell-Tremblett
“As a graduate student, I love being part of the research team that collaborates on the Blackfoot Digital Arts Project and the Grasslands Project with Dr. Josephine Mills, Blackfoot Elders, faculty and students. It was important for me to complete my studies on Blackfoot territory, where ULethbridge is located. Having that physical connection to the places my ancestors have walked through before has made it very meaningful for me.”
Campus: Lethbridge
Intake Term: Summer, Fall, Winter
Supervisor required to apply: Yes, except Dramatic Arts and Economics
Agricultural Studies
Anthropology
Archaeology
Cultural Resource Management
Cultural, Social & Political Thought
Dramatic
Arts
Economics
Education
English
French
French/Spanish
Geography
History
Indigenous Studies
Individualized Multidisciplinary
Kinesiology
Music
New Media
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Religious Studies
Sociology
Urban & Regional Studies
Women & Gender Studies
Campus: Lethbridge
Intake Term: Summer, Fall, Winter Supervisor required to apply: Yes
Addictions Counselling
Agricultural Biotechnology
Agricultural Studies
Archaeology
Biochemistry
Biological Sciences
Chemistry
Computer Science
Computer Science & Geographical Information Science (GIS)
Environmental Science
Geography
Health Sciences
Health Sciences - Public Health Specialization (online delivery)
Individualized Multidisciplinary Kinesiology
Mathematics
Neuroscience
Nursing
Physics
Psychology
Remote Sensing
Thesis route
Campus: Lethbridge & Calgary
Intake Term: Fall
*GMAT Exam Required
Accounting
Finance
Human Resource Management & Labour Relations
International Management
Marketing
Policy & Strategy
• Business Analytics concentration
Campus: Lethbridge & Calgary
Intake Term: Fall
Supervisor required to apply: No
*GMAT Exam Required
Information Systems
Campus: Lethbridge
Intake Term: Fall
Supervisor required to apply: No
Art
New Media
Theatre and Dramatic Arts
With more than 75 graduate programs, ULethbridge is a place that challenges you to connect deeply, explore boldly and discover what’s possible for your future.
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Campus: Lethbridge
Intake Term: Summer
Supervisor required to apply: No
Contemporary Issues in Education
Counselling Psychology
Educational Leadership
Master of Nursing (M.N.)
Campus: Lethbridge
Intake Term: Fall
Online Only
Supervisor required to apply: No
Nursing
Nursing - Educational Leadership Specialization
Master of Counselling (M.C.)
Campus: Lethbridge
Intake Term: Summer
Supervisor required to apply: No
Applied Psychology
Master of Music (M.Mus.)
Campus: Lethbridge
Intake Term: Fall
Supervisor required to apply: Yes
Master of Management (M.Mgt.)
Campus: Calgary
Intake Term: Fall
Supervisor required to apply: No
Campus: Lethbridge
Intake Term: Summer, Fall, Winter Supervisor required to apply: No
Biomolecular Science
Biosystems and Biodiversity
Cultural, Social, and Political Thought
Earth, Space, and Physical Science
Education
Evolution and Behaviour
Neuroscience
Population Studies in Health
Theoretical and Computational Science
Master of Health Sciences Management (M.H. S. M.)
Campus: Calgary
Intake Term: Fall
Supervisor required to apply: No
Graduate Diplomas
Addiction and Mental Health Psychotherapy
Intake terms may vary depending on the major.
Please refer to the application deadlines: go.uleth.ca/ graduate-studies-deadlines
Graduate Certificates
* Programs offered online ~ Lethbridge campus only ^ Calgary campus only
Advanced Clinical Study of Addiction*
Couple & Family Counselling Studies*
Epidemiology & Biostatistics
Foundations of Data Science*~ Health Services Management^
Public Health Program and Policy Planning & Evaluation*
Looking for a place that puts you on the right path and provides some extra momentum?
Our course-based graduate programs provide structured learning without the thesis requirement, so you can focus on applying your knowledge professionally.
Through intensive coursework, capstone projects and real-world applications, you’ll sharpen practical skills that translate directly to your field.
Offered at both campuses and across disciplines, these programs let you shape your studies and focus them on where you want to go.
Master of Counselling (M.C.) Applied Psychology
Master of Education (M.Ed.) Counselling Psychology
M.Ed. Contemporary Issues in Education
M.Ed. Education Leadership
Master of Health Services Management (M.HSM.)
Master of Science in Management (M.Sc. (Mgt.))
Information Systems (Business Analytics Concentration)
Master of Management (M.Mgt.)
Master of Nursing (M.N.)
Educational Nursing Specialization
Addiction and Mental Health Psychotherapy (AMHP)
*Offered at our Lethbridge campus and online
All Certificates are offered part-time and online unless otherwise noted
Advanced Clinical Study of Addiction Couple and Family Counselling Studies
Epidemiology and Biostatistics
Foundations of Data Science (available online or in-person in Lethbridge and full-time)
Health Services Management (blended delivery in Calgary)
Public Health Program and Policy Planning and Evaluation
Thesis-Based Studies
Driven by curiosity? Some questions won’t let go. Our thesis-based graduate programs give you the space, flexibility and mentorship to pursue them fully.
You’ll work side-by-side with faculty mentors to design and complete a project shaped by your interests, building skills in critical thinking and academic writing, while contributing to advancements your field.
It’s a path for those who are ready to tackle complex problems, uncover new insights and prepare thoroughly for the next step in their academic careers.
“Engaging in research activities, specifically collaborative research with other institutions and researchers, was overwhelmingly beneficial to me. Exposure to collaborations taught me the value of adapting my scientific skillset to provide answers and evidence to different research questions, in ways that were new, exciting and challenging. Collaborating academically gave me an opportunity to continue my research career after graduation.”
Tyler Mrozowich (BSc ’18, PhD ’23)
Tyler Mrozowich is currently a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Dr. Jeannie Lee’s research lab in the Department of Molecular Biology at Massachusetts General Hospital & Harvard Medical School. His work focuses on investigating X-chromosome reactivation as a potential treatment for Rett Syndrome.
The graduate experience at ULethbridge is personal, not perfunctory. It’s something you live each day and share with a vibrant community.
You’ll collaborate with leading scholars, contribute to research projects that are recognized around the world and have mentors close at hand to help you do more than you imagined.
“I first visited the University of Lethbridge in 2012 to attend a conference. What left a lasting impression on me was the welcoming atmosphere I experienced over just three days — among both faculty and students. Another major draw was the Alberta RNA Research and Training Institute (ARRTI). Even then, it was evident to many in the field that RNA research would play a central role in the future of biomedical science.”
Dr. Trushar Patel, PhD, FRSC (UK), FRSB (UK), Professor (Chemistry & Biochemistry), Associate Dean, Faculty of Arts & Science, and Canada Research Chair in RNA and Protein Biophysics
Welcome to a place where your voice matters, your questions are encouraged and your work has the power to reach far beyond campus.
Dr. Trushar Patel’s research focuses on uncovering how viral RNA and DNA molecules interact with human host proteins. Understanding these molecular “conversations” is essential for developing targeted therapies against viral infections.
$5.5 million+ Top 8% worldwide for research performance (Center for World University Rankings, 2025) Research
7 Royal Society of Canada Fellows in graduate student funding awarded in 2024.
Working together across 16 research centres and institutes, ULethbridge faculty, students and partners explore big questions that make powerful contributions to the world.
Whether it’s unlocking the mysteries of the human brain, understanding demographic shifts, preserving
oral histories, or shaping business technology, we connect you to the people and resources that help you make the most of your knowledge and talents.
Learn more about all our research centres and institutes.
Pursuing research that he truly cared about brought Chase Petruska to ULethbridge. In Dr. Gerlinde Metz’s lab at the Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience (CCBN), his work led to the creation of a powerchair soccer program for people with physical disabilities.
Chase’s research was inspired by his close bond with his brother, who has cerebral palsy. His findings showed that individuals with physical disabilities often face higher risks of stress, social isolation and reduced physical activity, particularly when supported by nonfamily caregivers.
“When I came to Lethbridge and saw no specific activity for people in powerchairs, I thought it would be a good idea to look at a powerchair soccer intervention and research the impact it had on their resilience and mental health. We are very grateful the University makes research possible and enables the powerchair soccer program. It helps community members in dire need of an intervention and social support.”
Chase Petruska, (BSc ’23, MSc ’24) PhD student, Neuroscience
Our Research Draws Headlines
With a $25-million investment, Quantum Horizons Alberta (QHA) is transforming Alberta into a global hub for quantum science.
At ULethbridge, you’ll learn alongside leading researchers like Dr. Saurya Das (Physics and Astronomy) while collaborating with students and mentors from around the world.
Here, bold ideas from emerging scientists are supported by experienced faculty, creating breakthroughs that can reshape the field.
As part of this dynamic community, you’ll gain hands-on experience in projects with international impact — driving innovation locally and globally.
The breakthroughs are coming. Will you be part of them?
“My PhD supervisor had the most influence on me during my ULethbridge experience. She guided and mentored me through the most difficult of times. Particularly when there were times I wanted to stop, she kept me going through her dedication to my research and belief in my ability to succeed.”
Graduate school is a big leap forward, but you won’t be taking it alone. You’ll be part of a community that’s invested in you. In your research. In your career. In your life beyond campus.
If you need guidance navigating your thesis, building a network, or balancing your life goals, you can find support easily and in abundance. Know that you’ll have a supportive ecosystem, including peer communities, academic advisors, Indigenous Elders, mental health services and professional development programming — all here to help you thrive.
Nato’yi’kina’soyi (Holy Light that Shines Bright), Dr. Hali Heavy Shield (BA/BEd ’06, MEd ’12, PhD ’24)
From the start, you’ll be connected. Each new graduate student in our fall or winter semesters is matched with a peer mentor who’s familiar with the road ahead. Someone who can answer questions, help you navigate campus life and give you tips on where to find what you need. Feel free to get in touch whenever you want for a little friendly advice.
Graduate school will challenge, stretch and change you. That’s why there’s plenty of support along the way. It’s woven into the fabric of your experience at ULethbridge and available whenever you need it. Even if you’re not sure you will.
Expert research guidance. Writing assistance. Career development workshops that prepare you for what’s next. Wellness services and fitness facilities to keep your mind and body balanced. Plus, dedicated spaces like the Graduate Students’ Association and School of Graduate Studies connect you to a community of peers on campus. Whatever you need, help is here to help you grow.
Your network of support includes:
• Dedicated library support for graduate students
• Our Writing Centre to sharpen your academic communication
• Professional Development workshops to build career skills
“Finishing my MFA and PhD are big accomplishments, but I wouldn’t say they are my biggest. My biggest accomplishments are the relationships I’ve made here, with faculty, other students, community members and the place itself.”
Migueltzinta Solís (MFA ’19, PhD ‘23) Interdisciplinary artist and writer
• Counselling Services for mental health and well-being
• The Graduate Students’ Association for community and advocacy
• An Accessible Learning Centre for personalized accommodations
Your ideas are valuable. That’s why we invest in you. ULethbridge offers a wide range of awards, scholarships and bursaries that allow you to focus more fully on your research and less on your finances.
We also work with you to sharpen your scholarship applications, giving you the best shot at securing funding. See if you’re eligible for these, and other, awards:
• ULethbridge Graduate Research Award Up to $21,000 per year
• Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship $11,000 to $15,000 per year
Work-Integrated Learning and Graduate Employment
Ready to roll up your sleeves and make an impact beyond lectures and labs? Get hands-on experience, build your skills and earn while you learn through a variety of opportunities:
Graduate Assistantships
Hundreds of available teaching and non-teaching positions, tailored to your expertise.
• Full Appointment: $3,849 for 112 hours/semester
• Half Appointment: $1,925 for 56 hours/semester
Co-operative Education
Blend paid work experience with your academic studies. Graduate with a degree and a resume that stands out. Available for domestic students in select programs.
Research Assistantships
Collaborate with leading researchers in your field and contribute to projects actively shaping the world and society though research assistantships and external research support.
We will also help you apply for external scholarships to maximize your chances of success.
We believe that your graduate years should expand your mind, not empty your bank account. That’s why we’re always working to provide access to generous funding options. Plus, when you’re living in a city where the cost of living leaves room to breathe, you can make the absolute most of your time and enjoy student life.
“Receiving the award news made me feel proud that all the work I’ve done is making a difference. It also motivates me even more to keep building inclusive pathways for people who have been pushed to the margins for so long.”
Lexia Piccolo, Current Student, Counselling Psychology
Lexia Piccolo (Current Student, Counselling Psychology) is the recipient of the 2025 VandenHoek Schlachter Pride Award. The award celebrates academic achievement, reduces financial barriers and honours exceptional contributions to advancing equity and inclusion for the 2SLGBTQ+ community. For Lexia, it’s support to keep moving forward and keep opening doors for others to follow.
Your
graduate degree is the launch pad to your future. Every
project you take on, every connection you make and every challenge you overcome is shaping you for what’s next.
While you’re here, you’ll test ideas, step into leadership roles, build skills and form relationships that will help open doors.
Some steps you can expect to take:
• Sharpening skills in professional development workshops that go beyond theory
• Leading classes or labs through IMPACT training
• Stepping on stage for Three-Minute Thesis and Images of Research competitions
• Participating in Graduate Students’ Association initiatives
• Joining student clubs and volunteering in community activities
Turn learning into opportunity with the MyExperience Transcript:
Our graduate experience extends beyond research and coursework. Through the MyExperience Transcript (MET), you can track academic, professional and community activities that build expertise and transferable skills.
The MET helps you reflect on your growth, connect experiences to competencies and showcase your achievements through a personalized document — a valuable tool for showing your skills and advancing your career.
“Engaging in research activities during my graduate studies strengthened my skills not only as a scientist, but also as a science communicator. It challenged me to think critically, navigate uncertainty, and translate complex ideas into accessible language. Being able to effectively communicate scientific findings to both expert and public audiences is a skill I will continue to use throughout my career.”
Jenna Letain (BSc ‘22, MSc ‘25)
Jenna Letain is the co-founder and COO of BeeSafe Biotech, a start-up focused on improving honey bee health through innovative diagnostic solutions. She placed first in the 2024 Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) Finals.
Sunshine, space and strong community.
With more than 320 days of sunshine a year, quick commutes and a strong sense of community, Lethbridge is a beautiful place to live, learn and explore.
Home to just over 100,000 residents, Lethbridge has a small city vibe, safe neighbourhoods, accessible services and affordable housing. Plus, there’s all the benefits of a bigger centre, like schools, shopping and cultural events year-round. Arriving on your own or with family, you’ll find Lethbridge has everything you need to start your next chapter comfortably.
• Affordable housing close to campus
• Quick commutes and easy navigation
• 130+ parks, trails and recreation spots
• A welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere
• Local arts, culture and community events
Graduate students can choose from one- to sixbedroom apartments and townhomes designed for comfort, convenience and focus. On-campus housing offers a safe, affordable option that’s close to everything you need.
• 10-minute walk to classes, labs, the library and food services
• Access to study lounges, fitness facilities and quiet social spaces
• On-campus daycare for families
• A smooth transition to university life, especially if you’re new to Lethbridge
• Live among peers who share your academic focus and maturity
Whether you’re here solo or with family, on-campus housing helps you stay connected, supported and focused on your goals. Looking for off-campus housing options? Start your search here: places4students.com/schools/1033.
In Calgary, the pace is quick, the future is bright and opportunity is never far away. Located in the heart of downtown, the ULethbridge Calgary campus puts you in the middle of it all.
Close to major employers, transit and connections that shape the city, it’s designed for graduate students who need flexibility. Whether you’re advancing your career, shifting directions, or balancing family and work, this campus makes it possible to pursue graduate studies without putting your life on hold.
• Convenient downtown location steps from transit and major employers
• Flexible evening and weekend courses built for working professionals
• Blended in-person and online instruction to fit your schedule
• Work-integrated learning and optional co-op opportunities to build experience
• Comprehensive student support services tailored to adult learners
Learn more about ULethbridge in Calgary at ulethbridge.ca/calgary.
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