Indigenous Nationhood (IN)
Study Indigenous nationhood to gain an interdisciplinary perspective on the intersections of governance, politics and law. You’ll gain advanced theoretical, methodological and applied understandings of Indigenous nationhood. This certificate will give you the skills to become a researcher, scholar and community leader.
You can take this certificate as a stand-alone program or combine it with a graduate degree in Indigenous governance, political science or law.
| Expected length | Project or thesis | Course-based |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | No | Yes |
Quick facts
- Program options:
- Certificate
- Study options:
- Full-time study
- Dynamic learning:
- Other: Flexible, distance or intensive
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You do not need a supervisor for this program.
Program details
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Program details
Application deadlines
September – apply by January 15
If you are combining this certificate with another graduate degree, make sure to review the other program’s deadlines.
September – apply by January 15
If you are combining this certificate with another graduate degree, make sure to review the other program’s deadlines.
Admission requirements
Program specific requirements
As part of your application, you must submit:
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a cover letter
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your CV
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two letters of reference submitted during the application process
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a two-page statement of intent that covers why you wish to participate in this certificate program. It should also indicate your specific areas of research and academic interest
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a sample of academic writing in English. This sample should demonstrate your ability to produce high-quality work that:
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analyzes and interrogates a particular issue relevant to Indigenous Nationhood
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reaches beyond the limits of a single discipline
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All applicants are normally expected to have some background in Indigenous governance, politics, law or other related experience.
We strongly encourage you to consult the Indigenous Nationhood program director at indigenousnationhood@uvic.ca before applying.
Program specific requirements
As part of your application, you must submit:
-
a cover letter
-
your CV
-
two letters of reference submitted during the application process
-
a two-page statement of intent that covers why you wish to participate in this certificate program. It should also indicate your specific areas of research and academic interest
-
a sample of academic writing in English. This sample should demonstrate your ability to produce high-quality work that:
-
analyzes and interrogates a particular issue relevant to Indigenous Nationhood
-
reaches beyond the limits of a single discipline
-
All applicants are normally expected to have some background in Indigenous governance, politics, law or other related experience.
We strongly encourage you to consult the Indigenous Nationhood program director at indigenousnationhood@uvic.ca before applying.
Completion requirements
View the minimum course requirements for this program.
View the minimum course requirements for this program.
Funding & aid
Tuition & fees
Ready to apply?
You can start your online application to UVic by creating a new profile or using an existing one.
Faculties & departments
Related programs
Need help?
Contact Malina Yallanki at igov@uvic.ca or 250-721-6438.