Aboriginal Studies
The Aboriginal Studies program focuses on the languages, cultures, histories, creativity and well-being of Indigenous Peoples and on their knowledge within Canada and globally.
First Nations House and the Office of Aboriginal Student Services and Programs
The Office of Aboriginal Student Services and Programs provides a supportive environment to Native students at the University of Toronto. It is housed within First Nations House, along with a resource library and the Native Students’ Association. You can contact the Office of Aboriginal Student Services and Programs at 416‐978‐8227.
Admission Information
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Apply to either the Humanities or Social Sciences
admission categories on the St. George campus
- Six Grade 12 U or M courses, including English are required.
- Students outside of Ontario should have the equivalent senior high school credits
Bachelor of Arts Program
- Aboriginal Studies (specialist, major and minor options)
First-Year Courses
The Aboriginal Studies program does not offer courses at the first-year level. However, the foundation course for the program, ABS 201Y1 – Introduction to Aboriginal Studies, is offered in second year and is open to first-year students.
Advice for First Year
Students may begin their study of Aboriginal Studies by enrolling in ABS 201Y1 in first year. Language courses are also open to first-year students.
Careers
Students can combine a major or minor in Aboriginal Studies with any other subject offered in the Faculty of Arts and Science. For instance, combinations with anthropology, political science, and sociology would benefit those with career aspirations in archaeology, politics, government, social work and policy development.
Knowledge of Aboriginal culture, history and language would be an asset for those studying history, geography and linguistics.
Aboriginal Studies also provide a good background for those who have an interest in learning about their own language and culture and would benefit those with career aspirations in art, film, theatre, teaching and graduate studies.
The specialist program offers the opportunity for study of Aboriginal issues in greater depth, with research forming an important component of the program.
