BA/BS in Indigenous Territorial Governance (By Cumulative Certificates)

This program allows students to specialize in Indigenous territorial governance by combining certificate and microprogram credentials, mostly delivered at a distance, from UQAT's School of Indigenous Studies (École d'études autochtones), culminating in a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) awarded by cumulation. Its multidisciplinary, intercultural approach builds understanding of contemporary Indigenous issues, particularly territorial governance and management, along with the tools needed to contribute to sustainable territorial development. Students combine 90 credits across one of four approved combinations of certificates and microprograms, drawing from the Certificate in Indigenous Governance (4932), Certificate in Territorial Management in an Indigenous Context (4658), Certificate in Indigenous Studies (4554), Multidisciplinary Certificate (4828), and shorter microprograms in Indigenous tourism management or Indigenous studies. All candidates must complete the integrative course SOA5000 (after at least 60 completed credits in Indigenous studies) to synthesize their learning. Graduates typically work with Indigenous organizations such as band and tribal councils, or with government, private-sector, or non-governmental bodies that collaborate with Indigenous peoples.