Dr. Kristin Ciupa

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kristin Ciupa is an Associate Professor at the University of Regina, specializing in sociology, development sociology, and disaster studies. Her academic background includes a PhD from Queen Mary University of London, as well as degrees from York University, the University of Windsor, and Brock University. Dr. Ciupa's interdisciplinary work focuses on Venezuela and Latin America, examining how natural resource extraction interacts with local and international development processes, markets, and social relations. Her research critically analyzes the impact of Canadian and international law in shaping the dynamics of power among social actors within the neoliberal era. Dr. Ciupa has published extensively on various aspects of political economy, including topics such as class conflict, state relations, and the environment. Her representative publications address significant themes in political economy and law as they pertain to extractive industries.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Regina

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.67
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:59
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Four-year baccalaureate degree
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume or CV
  • Letter of Intent
  • WES ICAP evaluation (for international credentials in specific programs)
Specialization Notes

Standard graduate requirements applicable to most departments including Science, Engineering, and Arts.