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Cert in Programme court de premier cycle en archéologie pour les Premières Nations

Université du Québec à Chicoutimi

Saguenay, Quebec, Canada

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Cert in Programme court de premier cycle en archéologie pour les Premières Nations at Université du Québec à Chicoutimi in Saguenay, Canada is a certificate in Archaeology programme. The programme runs for 0.5 year, delivered on campus.

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Archaeology
Duration: 0.5 year
Delivery: On Campus

We have no tuition fees or an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

This short program in Archaeology for First Nations at Universite du Quebec a Chicoutimi was created to address the lack of archaeology training designed specifically for First Nations communities. Delivered on campus at the Saguenay location, the 15-credit program gives students practical training and theoretical knowledge to interpret and communicate archaeological findings within Indigenous communities. Regular entry requires a Quebec DEC or equivalent. Applicants may also enter with at least fifteen completed university credits and a cumulative average of at least 2.3 on 4.3. A further route admits candidates holding a secondary school diploma with university-level knowledge, notably in French, and professional experience, whether for an organization or as a self-employed worker, in a field directly related to archaeology, on presentation of a candidacy file. The program suits members of First Nations communities seeking training in archaeological methods relevant to their own heritage and territory.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Regular entry requires a Quebec DEC or equivalent, or at least fifteen completed university credits with a cumulative average of at least 2.3 on 4.3. A further route admits candidates holding a secondary school diploma with university-level knowledge, notably in French, and professional experience, whether for an organization or as a self-employed worker, in a field directly related to the discipline, on presentation of a candidacy file.

About Université du Québec à Chicoutimi

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1969
Students: 6,500
Programs: 181
Location: Saguenay, Quebec, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Cert in Programme court de premier cycle en archéologie pour les Premières Nations award?

Université du Québec à Chicoutimi awards a Certificate in the field of Archaeology on completion of this programme.

How long does Cert in Programme court de premier cycle en archéologie pour les Premières Nations take?

The programme runs for 0.5 year.

Can Cert in Programme court de premier cycle en archéologie pour les Premières Nations be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Université du Québec à Chicoutimi.

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