Applicants to Memorial’s MER program must have:

Education
Applicants to the MER program must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree from an institution recognized by Senate, normally with a minimum B average.

Under exceptional circumstances, a person without an undergraduate degree may be admitted.

Work experience
While not mandatory, work experience can be beneficial.

English language proficiency
Applicants who did not complete a four-year baccalaureate degree at a recognized university where English is the primary language of instruction must normally complete either the:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and achieve a paper-based score of 580 (or higher), computer-based score of 237 (or higher), or Internet based score of 92-93 (or higher); or
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) and achieve a score of 7 (or higher).

Applicants who have completed an undergraduate program, or a graduate program at a recognized institution where the language of instruction is English are not required to take an English proficiency test. If the institution is located outside of Canada / United States, applicants are advised to provide a document (e.g., transcript or letter) from their university stating the language of instruction as English (as “Grad Proof of English Proficiency”).

Application deadline
Applicants for the master of employment relations program must submit their applications to the School of Graduate Studies by the following dates:

• Fall semester: Feb. 15