- Program Length4 Years
- CredentialBachelor Degree
- Location OfferedNanaimo
The Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies (BA) Program
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;
- emphasize links with local First Nations communities and organizations, governments, and educational institutions that give students maximum opportunity for success;
- build national and international bridges to connect the Indigenous of British Columbia with Indigenous peoples around the world.
Program Outline
Requirements for a Major
Students must fulfill all the Institutional B.A. degree requirements, including Degree English Requirements and courses listed below.
|
Years 1 and 2 |
Credits |
|---|---|
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Please select at least two of the following: |
12 |
|
Total Credits |
12 |
|
Years 3 and 4 |
Credits |
|---|---|
|
INDG 303 - (Indigenous Families and Communities) |
6 |
|
INDG 304 - (Indigenous Self-Determination) |
6 |
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Please select one of both of the following: |
6 or 12 |
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Select a minimum of six credits of upper-level courses with Indigenous** focus |
6 |
|
Total Credits |
30 |
*Students seeking an internship need to discuss this option with the Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies department. All internships are dependent on availability of appropriate sites.
**These can be additional INDG courses and/or courses from another department that have an Indigenous focus. Students must obtain permission of Department Chair for course selections that do not have an INDG prefix.
Requirements for a Minor
Students must fulfill all the Institutional B.A. degree requirements, including Degree English Requirements and courses listed below.
|
Years 1 and 2 |
Credits |
|---|---|
|
A minimum twelve credits of lower-level INDG courses or courses with Indigenous focus* |
12 |
|
Total Credits |
12 |
|
Years 3 and 4 |
Credits |
|---|---|
|
INDG 303 - (Indigenous Families and Communities) |
6 |
|
INDG 304 - (Indigenous Self-Determination) |
6 |
|
A minimum six credits of upper-level courses or courses with Indigenous focus* |
6 |
|
Total Credits |
18 |
*Students must obtain permission of Department Chair for course selections that do not have an INDG prefix.
Domestic Fees | International Fees
Domestic Fees
When applying to the program, applicants will be charged a non-refundable application fee.
When applying to graduate, students will be charged a non-refundable graduation and alumni fee.
Some courses have additional fees to pay for extraordinary class–related expenses.
Fees for One Year* |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Tuition (30 credits x $153.73 per credit) |
4,611.90 |
|
Student Activity fee (4% of tuition) |
184.48 |
|
Student Services fee (30 credits x $6.79 per credit) |
203.70 |
|
VIU Students' Union fee (8 months x $20.73 per month) |
165.84 |
|
Health and Dental Plan fee ($275 per year) |
275.00 |
|
Approximate cost for books and supplies for one year |
1,500.00 |
|
Total |
6,940.92 |
The Health and Dental Plan fee is in effect only for full-time students at the Nanaimo Campus.
All fees are subject to change without prior notice.
International Fees
When applying to the program, applicants will be charged a non-refundable application fee.
When applying to graduate, students will be charged a non-refundable graduation and alumni fee.
Some courses have additional fees to pay for extraordinary class–related expenses.
Fees for One Year* |
Amount |
|---|---|
|
Tuition (2 semesters x $8340 per semester) |
16,680.00 |
|
Ancillary Fee (2 semesters x $381.6 per semester) |
763.20 |
|
VIU Students' Union fee (8 months x $20.73 per month) |
165.84 |
|
Health and Dental Plan fee ($275 per year) |
275.00 |
|
Approximate cost for books and supplies for one year |
1,500.00 |
|
Total |
19,384.04 |
The above table is based on 15 credits or less per semester. Additional fees of $695.00 per credit will be applied if taking more than 15 credits per semester.
The Health and Dental Plan fee is in effect only for full-time students at the Nanaimo Campus.
All fees are subject to change without prior notice.
Updated| Program Start Date | Accepting Applications | Campus | |||||||
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| Jan 7, 2021 |
Sep 1, 2020 to Dec 14, 2020
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Nanaimo
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Jan 7, 2021
Application Fee
$41.72
Testing Required
No
Admissions Assistant
Name: Amelia Maher-Ahmed Comments
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| Jan 7, 2021 |
Sep 1, 2020 to Dec 14, 2020
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Powell River
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Jan 7, 2021
Application Fee
$41.72
Testing Required
No
Admissions Assistant
Name: Erin Johnson Comments
Please consult Student Services/Advising at 604-485-2878 or email pr.studentaffairs@viu.ca for more information on program or admission requirements. |
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| Sep 7, 2021 |
Oct 1, 2020 to Mar 31, 2021
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Nanaimo
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Sep 7, 2021
Application Fee
$41.72
Testing Required
No
Admissions Assistant
Name: Amelia Maher-Ahmed Comments
Please contact Student Services/Advising at 250-740-6410 or email advising@viu.ca for more information on program or admission requirements. |
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| Sep 7, 2021 |
Oct 1, 2020 to Mar 31, 2021
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Cowichan
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Sep 7, 2021
Application Fee
41.72
Accepting Late Applications
Yes
Testing Required
No
Admissions Assistant
Name: Zoe Doiron Comments
Please contact Advising at 250-746-3509 or email advising.cowichan@viu.ca for more information on program or admission requirements. |
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| Sep 7, 2021 |
Oct 1, 2020 to Mar 31, 2021
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Powell River
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Anticipated intake for someone applying today
Sep 7, 2021
Application Fee
$41.72
Testing Required
No
Admissions Assistant
Name: Erin Johnson Comments
Please consult Student Services/Advising at 604-485-2878 or email pr.studentaffairs@viu.ca for more information on program or admission requirements. |
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If you are interested in starting in January 2021 please apply to VIU for the Fall 2021 semester and contact registration@viu.ca to switch your application to the Spring 2021 semester.