About the course

The rich culture and long history of the Mi?kmaq thrives today on Cape Breton Island and at CBU. From the ancient Mi?kmaw language to modern Mi?kmaw current events, you?ll become immersed in a program that focuses on teaching the true ways of Canada?s First Nations people.The various Mi?kmaq Studies courses teach students how to read and write in Mi?kmaq, how the Canadian Indian Act works, details of First Nation governance and much more. This comprehensive area of study examines multiple aspects of the Mi?kmaq, discussed within a framework of the current First Nations reality ? not only within Canada, but on a broader scale, globally.At CBU, the Mi?kmaq Studies courses focus on two major themes of study: Mi?kmaw language and culture, and Mi?kmaw politics, history and governance. These courses are designed to provide a solid foundation for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students alike.

　　Cape Breton University (CBU) is home to Unama?ki College which focuses on the academic study, research and teaching of Mi?kmaw First Nation?s history, culture, language, governance, spirituality and science. Courses in Mi?kmaq Studies have been offered at CBU for more than 30 years.

　　Unama?ki College is home to the Mi?kmaq Resource Centre (MRC) which contains an impressive collection of secondary documents on all aspects of the Mi?kmaq, as well as related academic subjects. Unama?ki College also has two Mi?kmaw Elders in Residence whose role is to assist all students. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: CA$54,270

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Sydney
Spring (May), 2024	Sydney
Fall (September), 2024	Sydney
Winter (January), 2025	Sydney
Spring (May), 2025	Sydney
Summer (June), 2025	Sydney
Fall (September), 2025	Sydney
Winter (January), 2026	Sydney
Spring (May), 2026	Sydney

　　

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Entry requirements for Cape Breton University

An overall average of 65% is required for all students applying to most CBU credit programs based on high school performance. Additional requirements may apply to specific programs.IELTS - Overall score 6.5 (No band below 6.0), TOEFL Internet-Based Test - 80, TOEFL Computer-Based Test - 213, TOEFL Paper-Based Test - 550.

　　

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

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