About this program
Start Date
Ongoing Intake
Campus
Fort Frances
Kenora
Sioux Lookout
Program Length
Length varies based on course-load
Part-time
Evenings and weekends
Credential
Degree
Lakehead University
About the program
This diverse, self-paced degree program is designed to acquaint students with a broad range of courses in the social sciences and humanities. Students can pursue a general degree or specialize in Indigenous learning. Classes are held on weekends.
Course offerings vary each academic year and reflect the needs of the student cohort. Typical selections include a range of humanities, social science, and Indigenous learning courses at the first, second, and third-year levels. Courses are either 0.5 FCE (Full-time Course Equivalent) or 1.0 FCE. Completion of either the General or Indigenous Learning degree requires 15 FCEs. Conditions and restrictions for each degree stream are published in the Lakehead University Academic Calendar.
Upcoming courses
This part-time program offers one course at a time. Classes are held evenings and weekends.
- Class dates: January 26-28, February 23-25, March 22-24 and April 19-21, 2024
- Schedule: Friday from 6-9 pm and Saturday/Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm
INDI 2805 Indigenous Canadian World Views
This course is designed to introduce the student to the manner in which the world is viewed from the perspective of the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Through a comparative analysis of the many interpretations placed upon the Indigenous perspective by mainstream society basic insights into the traditional Indigenous world view can be gained. The course discusses some of the distinctive aspects of Indigenous cultural perspectives. The significance of these aspects and their implications in contemporary issues concerning cultural, social, legal, political and economic matters is explored.
- Class dates: May 10-12, May 24-26, June 7-9 and June 13-15, 2024
- Schedule: Friday from 6-9 pm and Saturday/Sunday from 9 am to 5 pm
Admission
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, six Grade 12 U/M level courses and a minimum average of 70% or mature student status.
Are you missing program prerequisites?
Are you missing prerequisites for a program? We can help! SGEI offers common prerequisite courses during the summer, or we can arrange for you to complete a test to enter the program. All you have to do is apply, and we will be in touch with you.
Fees
- Tuition (0.5 FCE): $599.49 – $658.12
- Tuition (1.0 FCE): $1198.99 – $1316.26
Funding opportunities
If you need assistance funding your education, visit our Financial Aid page to learn more about bursaries, grants, OSAP and more.
Meet your coordinator(s)
Our dedicated program coordinators are here to help you succeed, both in and out of the classroom.
Anthony Leek
Kenora campus (807) 468-3096 anthonyl@7generations.org
Have questions? Connect with a coordinator!
Have questions about this program? Contact a coordinator directly or submit your question(s) below and a program coordinator will reach out to you.
Career options
Bachelor of Arts graduates typically experience improved communications, critical thinking and research skills, understanding, and creativity. University graduates typically enjoy increased pay salaries in their careers and often go on to pursue further education in teaching, communications, business, and other disciplines.
Where you might work
- Communications
- Project Management
- Business
- Social Work