Programs for Indigenous students that center Indigenous voices
Discover a transformative educational journey with programs thoughtfully designed for Indigenous students, placing their voices at the center. Immerse yourself in a supportive learning environment that honours and amplifies Indigenous perspectives.
Fostering inclusivity and Indigenous leadership
Remove barrier to access
No tuition or fees for Indigenous students.
Role models and program leadership by Indigenous faculty
Indigenous faculty coordinate the program in collaboration with local communities.
Knowledge Keepers and Senior Indigenous students mentor students
Through mentorship, we empower students to bring their culture and transform the university.
Laddering for seamless academic progress
Enrolling in an Indigenous program at the College of Arts provides the opportunity to progress through various programs, achieving diverse credentials such as certificates, diplomas, and degrees.
Indigenous Studies Academic Cohort (IASC)
Laddering options:
- Criminal Justice — Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Environmental Studies
- Other academic and professional programs
Indigenous Arts — certificate
Laddering options:
- Visual Arts — diploma
- Theatre — diploma
- Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Media Arts — bachelor's degree
Stó:lō Studies and Indigenous Studies certificates
Laddering options:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Indigenous Studies, major or minor
Halq'eméylem, Intermediate Proficiency — certificate
Laddering options:
- Halq’eméylem — graduate certificate
- Halq’eméylem — graduate diploma
Halq’eméylem graduate certificate and diploma
Laddering options:
- Embedded in Stó:lō certificate, Indigenous Studies certificate, and the Bachelor of Arts in indigenous Studies, major and minor
Ready to get started?
Explore a diverse range of programs from Bachelor of Arts degrees to specialized certificates and diplomas. Dive into language learning, cultural understanding, and community empowerment, all designed to address the challenges and celebrate the heritage of Indigenous peoples.
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