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The Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Studies provides perspectives of  Indigenous peoples from the Okanagan, Canada, and world communities, and introduces you to methodology and research applications. You can learn about Indigenous perspectives and governance, the justice system, land claims, traditional ecological knowledge and the protection of heritage. 

Indigenous Studies: Bachelor of Arts Degree - Major (UBCO)

University of British Columbia

UBCO

UBC-O

UBC Okanagan

University of British Columbia - Okanagan

University of British Columbia - Okanagan (Kelowna)

University of British Columbia Okanagan

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Students must be admitted into Bachelor of Arts to pursue this program. 

1. High school graduation or equivalent

2. English 12 or equivalent

3. Minimum six academic/non-academic Grade 12 courses (recommended)

4. Grades presented in all relevant academic Grade 11 and Grade 12 courses that fall under these subject categories* will be looked at:
    - Language Arts
    - Mathematics & Computation
    - Second Languages 
    - Social Studies 
    - Visual and Performing Arts 
        - *Note: There is no minimum number of courses required for admission, but you are encouraged to challenge yourself with a substantial number of courses that are relevant to your intended area of study.

Academic Admission Requirement

Additional Academic Admission Requirement

1. As a general admission requirement, one of English 11, English 12 or their equivalents is required. However, English 12 or equivalent is specified as a requirement into the program.

2. Students may declare a Major or Minor with this Bachelor of Arts degree. While coursework usually starts in the first-year, the Major can be declared after either 27 or 54 undergraduate credits. Login to UBCV's SSC for more details. 

3. There is no Honours option available for the Indigenous Studies - Bachelor of Arts program. 

Admission Advice

Applications must be submitted by January for September entry. Early application is recommended.

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Indigenous Studies: Bachelor of Arts Degree - Major

University of British Columbia

Indigenous Studies: Bachelor of Arts Degree - Major (UBCO)

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