The Interdisciplinary Studies M.A. at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is designed for motivated graduate students with well-defined academic and professional goals that transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries. This postgraduate program acknowledges the increasing societal need for research that addresses complex, multifaceted problems, often drawing on Alaska and the Arctic as central themes. You will engage with diverse fields such as Indigenous and Western knowledge systems, education, language, culture, ecology, sociology, community health, and natural resource policy. This Master of Arts degree offers a flexible pathway to tailor your studies to your unique interests, supported by UAF’s extensive experience in interdisciplinary scholarship.
You will pursue this Master of Arts degree on campus, studying full-time over two years, working closely with faculty advisors to design a personalized program of study. Your learning experience will involve developing a graduate study plan and selecting courses from various disciplinary programs to support your unique research objectives. The program culminates in either a significant research project (INDS F698) or a thesis (INDS F699), allowing you to delve deeply into your chosen area. You will graduate from the University of Alaska Fairbanks with the critical thinking and research skills necessary to tackle complex challenges and pursue diverse career paths in academia, research, or specialized professional roles.