Bachelor of Arts Honors Specialization in First Nations Studies

Western University

First Nations Studies is an interdisciplinary program of study examining topics relevant to Indigenous peoples' realities. The program allows students to either specifically focus on Indigenous issues or to combine their program with any other undergraduate program. This format allows students to customize their course selections and combine interdisciplinary program modules to match their interests and their learning goals. Students may select modules after completing their first year of study. You can mix and match modules from First Nations Studies with modules from other programs. This modular structure allows students to combine courses from various departments and faculties that match their academic goals and interests and also provides them the opportunity to achieve a broader knowledge base.

Prior to enrolling in a First Nations Studies module you must complete:

• 5.0 courses numbered 1000-1999 in at least four different subjects
• &1.0 course(s) 1000-1999 from Category B (e.g. Arts & Humanities) or C (e.g. Science)
• FNS 1020E with a minimum grade of 60%

Upon completion of the above, you can select a First Nations Studies module and enroll in courses required for the module. The modular degree structure allows you to enroll in courses in other programs, departments and faculties and to customize your studies to match your academic goals and interests. This structure also provides you with the opportunity to achieve a broader knowledge base.