BA in First Nations Studies in Prince George Canada | University of Northern British Columbia

University of Northern British Columbia | Prince George Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 26,753
(c. USD19,188.16)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

Explore the languages, legal systems, traditions, historical narratives, and governance models of Indigenous communities across Canada. Equip yourself for meaningful work in community development, legal fields, cultural preservation, or advanced academic pursuits that foster community ties and challenge colonial perspectives. First Nations Studies enhances any modern undergraduate program, offering ideal preparation for careers in teaching, commerce, government, legal practice, media, heritage conservation, social work, and numerous other professional domains.

Gain insight into Indigenous experiences throughout Canadian history—from earlier times to current realities and future aspirations. The curriculum blends conventional social science coursework with specialized Indigenous topics like autonomous governance, restorative justice, environmental stewardship, and post-colonial transformation.

Professional Opportunities
Treaty agreement specialist
Community economic planner
Indigenous community administrator
Government service roles at local, regional, and national levels
This program establishes solid groundwork for graduate studies in jurisprudence, pedagogy, social services, or pursuing advanced degrees at the master's or doctoral level.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Entry requirements may vary from country to country, Students who complete their studies at an appropriate high school and/or recognized post-secondary institution will be considered for admission.

English language requirement:

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 90 or higher in the internet-based test, with not less than 20 in each of the Reading, Listening, Writing or Speaking components; score of at least 230 in the computer-based test or at least 570 in the paper-based test.

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic score of at least 6.5 overall, with not less than 6.0 in any of the four modules;

Duolingo English Test score of 105 or higher;

MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) score of at least 80, with a minimum of 3 on the Speaking Rating Scale;

CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language) or the CAEL CE (Computer Edition) Assessment score of at least 70, with no subtest below 60;

A grade of B or better on Cambridge English Qualification C1 Advanced;

PTE (Pearson Test of English - Academic): overall score of 65, with not less than 60 in each of reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Deadline: September intake: March 1; January intake: June 1.

Tuition CAD 26,753

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