Indigenous Environmental Studies Diploma

The Indigenous Environmental Studies Diploma is a two-year program at Trent University intended for students of Indigenous ancestry, offering both a stand-alone credential and a pathway into a university degree. The diploma totals 7.5 credits and combines environmental studies and science coursework with content addressing Indigenous knowledge and perspectives on the land. It is designed to give students specific educational opportunities in this field while also preparing those who wish to continue toward a full degree program at Trent. Admission is open to applicants who hold the equivalent of Ontario Grade 12 standing or who qualify as mature students, making the diploma accessible to students who may not have taken a traditional academic route into post-secondary study. The program sits within Trent's wider offerings for Indigenous students and connects to the university's broader environmental studies programming, giving graduates a foundation in environmental studies and sciences alongside recognition of Indigenous ways of knowing.