Canadian Studies Program

 

Degrees Offered

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (combined degree with the Faculty of Education)
• Co-operative Education

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What is Canadian Studies?

From Canada and beyond

As a Canadian Studies student you will examine emerging issues facing our country from within our borders and without, including our relationship with our closest neighbour - the United States - and our participation in the global sphere.

At the core of every Canadian Studies course are three questions:

• What does it mean to be Canadian?
• What makes our society different from and similar to others around the world?
• How do Canadians express their identities?

The program helps you understand the history, people, industry and politics of Canada, and our unique institutions, policies and identities. You will be exposed to a broad approach that considers many perspectives: social, religious, geographical, political, cultural, economic, educational and legal. The program challenges your preconceived notions and beliefs to help you gain knowledge and understanding.

The issues you will learn about in Canadian Studies include:

• Canada's national institutions and public policies
• Canada's diverse regional and multicultural identities
• Responsibilities, expectations and rights of citizenship in Canada
• Canadian arts and cultures
• Cultural issues facing the First Nations in Canada
• Ways in which Canadians preserve their heritages

You are also encouraged to study a second language such as French or Native language.

Canadian Studies (CNST) also has the status of a Minor Field of Study for students registered in either a Major or Honours degree program in the Faculty of Communication & Culture or in a Faculty such as Humanities, Science or Social Sciences.  

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Joint Degree with the Faculty of Education

You may pursue a five-year program which leads to both the Bachelor of Arts in Canadian Studies degree and the Bachelor of Education (Master of Teaching Program) degree.

The program requires careful selection of courses to complete all requirements of both Faculties. View program details here.

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Career Paths

Canadian Studies and other liberal arts degrees open doors to a wide range of professions and careers. Canadian Studies graduates have gone onto careers such as the following:

• Diplomatic Officer
• Foreign Services Officer
• Government Relations Advisor
• Heritage Interpreter
• Historical Researcher
• Human Rights Advocate
• Immigration Officer
• Indigenous Consultant
• Journalist
• Labour Relations Representative
• Legislative Aide
• Lobbyist
• Policy Analyst 
• Teacher

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To Apply Click Here.

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Have More Questions? 

For comprehensive advising on your program of studies, contact:

Undergraduate Programs Office
4th Floor, MacEwan Student Centre
220-5881
http://www.ucalgary.ca/upo

For more details on the Canadian Studies program, contact

Dr. Lorry Felske
Program Co-ordinator
Phone: (403) 220 5781
Email: felske@ucalgary.ca

The Faculty of Communication and Culture has a Director of Students, a full-time faculty member whose job is to help you make the most of your experience as a student in C&C.  If you have questions about academic mentoring, student success skills, extra-curricular involvement, transition from high school to university, or what life will be like as a Communication and Culture student, Dr. Dawn Johnston can help you out.
Please contact her at:

Dr. Dawn Johnston
Director of Students
Phone: (403) 220-3199
Email: debjohns@ucalgary.ca

For more course information visit the University Calendar.

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