Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies (BA) in Canada at VIU Canada

Program Overview for Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies (BA) in Canada:

The B.A. Major and Minor in Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies are products of a collaboration between Vancouver Island University and the First Nations of Vancouver Island and Coastal British Columbia. Their purpose is to provide comprehensive, high-quality education respectful of the cultures of Indigenous peoples, while meeting their diverse needs.

The Bachelor of Arts, Major and Minor in Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies:

• explore contemporary Indigenous issues in an integrated, multidisciplinary manner;
• prepare students for living within Indigenous societies and the larger world;
• allow students to pursue the widest possible variety of professional specializations;
• focus on the physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual well-being of each student;

These are the international student eligibility for the Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies (BA) in Canada

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Proof of English language proficiency
• International students who are BC high school graduates must have a minimum grade of “C” in English 12 for direct entry into an academic program.
• Official transcript of grades from high school (and post-secondary institutions where applicable).
• A minimum "C+" grade in one of Principles of Mathematics 11, Applications of Mathematics 11, Foundations of Mathematics 11, Pre-calculus 11, or equivalent. A mathematics assessment and placement examination is available for applicants without this admission requirement.

These are the domestic student eligibility for the Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies (BA)

Canadian citizens and those with permanent residence status in Canada are eligible for admission to University Academic programs if they meet one of the following conditions:

• graduation from a B.C. secondary school, or equivalent, with a minimum “C” grade in either English 12 or English 12 First Peoples;
• visiting student from a college or university (a “Letter of Permission” from the home institution is required);
• a transfer student from a college or university (at least 24 transferable university-level credits completed);
• English 12 with a minimum "C+" grade or equivalent.
• A minimum "C+" grade in one of Principles of Mathematics 11, Applications of Mathematics 11, Foundations of Mathematics 11, Pre-calculus 11, or equivalent. A mathematics assessment and placement examination is available for applicants without this admission requirement.

These are the test eligibilities for the Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies (BA) to qualify.

The international student tuition fees and costs for Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies (BA) in Canada.

Students seeking an internship need to discuss this option with the Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies department. All internships are dependent on the availability of appropriate sites.