Dr. Luna Vives

Associate Professor

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Biography

Luna Vives is a specialist in international migration. Her work focuses on how governments in Europe and North America use borders to prevent spontaneous migrations and the impact of these transformations on groups entitled to specific protections. Recent publications cover the impact of changes made to maritime search and rescue systems in Europe and Spain on unaccompanied migrant children (Spatial Justice), as well as the protection of human life at sea (Geopolitics, Journal of Borderland Studies). Her book on the Spanish search and rescue system (SAR) in migration contexts is set to be published in fall 2025.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Montreal

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Birth certificate
  • Proof of French proficiency (B2 level)
  • CV/Resume
  • Two letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Most programs require French B2 level; specific departments may require C1 or C2.