International Indigenous Studies
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
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What you will learn in this program
International Indigenous Studies scholars ask questions such as: How can we preserve Indigenous languages? Does urbanization impact Indigenous peoples? How is the global Indigenous community connected?
International Indigenous Studies examines the experiences, culture, artistic endeavors, and current status of Indigenous people around the world. This program combines instruction in both Indigenous and Western worldviews, and is designed to attract both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students. During the course of your studies you'll gain creative thinking skills, research and analytical capabilities, written and verbal communication skills, and cross-disciplinary understandings.
Career opportunities
As an International Indigenous Studies graduate, you'll be prepared for career opportunities in areas such as the civil service, the non-profit sector, and the business world. A degree in International Indigenous Studies can also be used as a stepping-stone to graduate studies or another professional degree such as law, medicine, veterinary medicine, or education.
Courses you'll take:
Canadian Native History, Indigenous Ways of Knowing I, Introduction to Development Studies, Sociology of First Nations in Canada, Contemporary Aboriginal Issues in Canada
Learn more about your courses:
First year Degree Guide - Arts
Program Description (Course Calendar)
List of Courses in the Program
Admission requirements and information
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Program Highlights
Program enhancements
Arts and Science Honours Academy (ASHA) - A six-course interdisciplinary program with a second language aspect and travel components.
Work experience
Co-operative work placement - Gain valuable full-time paid work experience that alternates with your academic studies.
Hands-on opportunities
Study abroad opportunities - Cultural and academic experiences at destinations around the world.
Did you know? You can earn two degrees in five years. Learn more about combined degree program options.
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We'll be accepting applications to attend the University of Calgary in fall 2019 starting on Monday, Oct. 1, 2018. You'll be able to submit an application until Friday, March 1, 2019. Check out our student experience page to find out more about what life is like on campus or consider visiting campus for a tour led by one of our current students.
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Faculty Information
Faculty of Arts
Arts Students' Centre, Social Sciences Building, Room 102
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4
403.220.3580