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As an Indigenous and Canadian Studies student at Carleton University, you will examine this constantly changing country, discovering more about yourself in the process.

Drawing on disciplines such as art and architecture, literature and language studies, history and politics, sociology and religion, Indigenous studies and women’s studies (to name only some of the relevant areas), the SICS program at Carleton encourages new ways of exploring Canada and the diverse peoples, places and practices located within its boundaries.

The School of Indigenous and Canadian Studies at Carleton offers an interdisciplinary program leading to a three-year Bachelor of Arts (BA) General degree, a four-year Honours BA degree or a four-year Combined Honours BA degree.

You will be required to complete a core program designed to encourage an understanding of Canada in all its diversity, from a number of perspectives that are integrated through an interdisciplinary approach. At each level, there are courses offered directly by the School of Indigenous and Canadian Studies.

In addition, other departments offer courses with substantial Canadian content. The School of Indigenous and Canadian Studies encourages you to take some of these courses, based on your own interests. This will enrich your unique program of study and the credits can count towards your degree. You are encouraged to consult with your professors regularly. The intimate nature of the School ensures that you get to know your professors as they will help you develop your understanding of Canada.

Future opportunities

Canadian Studies students graduate with a broad, interdisciplinary perspective on Canada, its people, and its central issues. With a firm grounding in a range of approaches across a number of research areas, you will be prepared for a variety of career possibilities. This program provides an excellent basis for employment in fields such as government service, education, law, museum and archival work, public administration, politics and journalism.