Circumpolar Studies Diploma

The Circumpolar Studies Diploma is a one-year, fully online program offered by the Trent School of the Environment, running from September to April. It focuses on the landscape, peoples, and contemporary issues of the Circumpolar world, covering Arctic and sub-Arctic geography, Indigenous communities, and current environmental and social concerns in the region. The diploma is intended for students who are already registered in, or have graduated from, another accredited post-secondary institution and want to add a focused credential in circumpolar topics without transferring their primary program. Coursework totals 5.0 credits, delivered entirely online, allowing students to complete the diploma alongside other studies or independently. Admission requires an official transcript documenting courses completed and grades received, along with demonstrated competence in written and spoken English. The program does not lead to a further Trent degree on its own but functions as a stand-alone specialized credential in circumpolar studies for students from other institutions.