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General Arts and Science - Aboriginal Studies to Indigenous Studies

Where Are You Now?

Algonquin College

Discipline: Social and behavioural sciences

Credential: College Certificate

Program Title: General Arts and Science - Aboriginal Studies

Where Do You Want to Go?

Trent University

Degree Qualifications: BA(Hon) - Honours Bachelor of Arts

Discipline: Social and behavioural sciences

Credential: Degree (4 year)

Program Title: Indigenous Studies

Transfer credits / courses

25%

Semesters Remaining 6

Granted 5.00
Total 20.00

Course Equivalencies Granted

Students beginning studies in the General Arts and Science - Aboriginal Studies Certificate program since Fall 2020 will receive the following 5.0 transfer credits:

  • 0.5 INDG 1001H - The Foundation for Reconciliation
  • 0.5 INDG 1500H - Foundations of Indigenous Community Development
  • 1.0 INDG 2800Y - Introduction to Nishinaabemowin
  • 0.5 unassigned Indigenous Studies credit at the 2000 level
  • 0.5 unassigned Indigenous Studies credit at the 3000 level
  • 2.0 unassigned Arts credits at the 1000 level

Transfer credits for students who began studies in the General Arts and Science - Aboriginal Studies Diploma program prior to Fall 2020 will be awarded on a course-by-course basis.

Requirements

To qualify for this agreement, students must have:

  • Successfully completed Algonquin College's General Arts and Science - Aboriginal Studies Certificate;
  • A minimum overall average of 75%.

Minimum Course Grade Required (if applicable)

N/A

Minimum Grade for Admission≥ 75%

Pathway Requires Previous Program Graduation Yes

Bridging

N/A

Program Residency Requirement

Students must complete the following 15.0 credits to fulfill requirements for the Indigenous Studies degree:

  • 0.5 INDG 1002H - Foundations of Modern Life
  • 1.0 INDG 2100Y - Introduction to Indigenous Knowledge
  • 1.0 INDG 3813Y - Indigenous Studies Research Methodology
  • 0.5 INDG 4201H - Honours Collegium
  • 0.5 INDG 4202H - Honours Collegium: Building a Four Directional Understanding
  • 0.5 Indigenous Studies credit from Category B
  • 0.5 Indigenous Studies credit from Category D
  • 2.0 additional Indigenous Studies credits at the 4000 level
  • 8.5 elective credits

*Additional notes: 

  • Courses without specified year levels must include at least 2.5 credits at the 3000 and/or 4000 level(s), and no more than 3.5 credits at the 1000 level.
  • More information about category course requirements noted above is available at http://trentu.ca/calendar. 

Degree requirements are subject to change. Refer to the most recent version of the Academic Calendar for course descriptions and degree requirements (http://trentu.ca/calendar). Students are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor prior to registering for courses for assistance with degree planning (http://trentu.ca/advising). 

For more information on academic and credit transfer policies, including residency requirements, visit the institutional profile.

Language of Instruction

English

Cancellation Policy

The agreement will be reviewed annually, or sooner in the event of major curriculum changes in either partner’s programs. This agreement may be terminated by either party. In this case, notice of one year is required. In the event of termination of the agreement, every effort will be made to ensure that students currently enrolled in the program will not be affected.

Documentation

No additional pathway documentation available.

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Last Updated: June 19, 2025