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Indigenous Studies certificate

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What will I learn?

The Indigenous Studies certificate program is designed to assist educators and others in meeting some of the Calls to Action issued by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) by teaching and providing the knowledge of 鈥渉ow to鈥 indigenize in ways that promote respect and empowerment for Indigenous peoples and Indigenous ways of knowing. The program seeks to bring awareness to past and present colonial harms, strengthen Indigenous/Settler relationships, and teach proper protocol in relation to learning from and with Indigenous peoples while incorporating Indigenous ways of knowing.

The Indigenous Studies certificate can be completed in two semesters of full-time study. Part-time study is also an option. Students wishing to complete the certificate 麻豆原创 another program, such as the Indigenous Studies major or minor as part of a Bachelor of Arts degree, should consult with the Advising Centre early to develop a plan for meeting the requirements of both programs.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Professional Studies

Study options

Full Time (2 Semesters)

Tuition fees
CAD$17,184.00 (US$ 12,351) per year
CAN $8,592 per semester fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

May 2025

Venue

University of the Fraser Valley

Abbotsford Campus,

33844 King Road,

ABBOTSFORD,

British Columbia (BC),

V2S 7M8, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants must have a B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent, or minimum 19 years of age before the first day of classes.

English Language Requirement:

  • IELTS (Academic) - score of 6.5 or higher with a minimum band score of 6.0
  • TOEFL - score of 88 or higher (iBT) with no section below 20
  • CAEL - score of 70
  • PTE - score of 61 with 60 in writing
  • MELAB - score of 85
  • DET (Duolingo English Test) - 110

Deadline - Fall semester: April 15; Winter semester: Sept. 15

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of the Fraser Valley

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