Indigenous Studies
Understand Indigenous histories, rights, and futures - urgently important in Canada's reconciliation journey.
Indigenous Studies engages with the histories, cultures, governance, and rights of Indigenous peoples in Canada and globally. It is offered at most Canadian universities and is deeply connected to reconciliation work, land rights, and Indigenous language revitalisation. Many programs incorporate Indigenous methodologies and community-based learning.
Admission Average
mid to high 80s (Tier 3 (<85%))
Typical High School Prerequisites
- English
- One additional U/M course
- History or social science (recommended)
Skills You'll Build
- Community-Based Research
- Indigenous History & Law
- Policy & Governance Analysis
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Reconciliation-Informed Practice
Program Facts
- Typical length: 4 years
- Co-op available: No
- Graduate school: Not typically required
- Demand outlook: Stable Growth
Top Universities
- University of Manitoba – Winnipeg, MB
- University of British Columbia – Vancouver, BC
- Queen's University – Kingston, ON
- University of Toronto – Toronto, ON
- Dalhousie University – Halifax, NS
Careers This Major Leads To
- Social Worker (RSW) – Entry $50,000
- Policy Analyst / Public Servant – Entry $65,000
- Teacher – Entry $50,000