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    Black African Diaspora

    Dalhousie University

    Dalhousie University

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    Canada, Halifax

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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Application Fee

    CAD 70 

    Campuses

    Studley Campus - Halifax

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines9-Jan-2023
    Apply to this program

    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 5,352  / term
    Next Intake 9-Jan-2023

    Black African Diaspora

    About

    Explore the dynamic cultures of Black Canadian and African peoples

    Discover the often ignored African-Canadian society and culture from both a historical and contemporary perspective. Through core courses and other materials, you will discover, analyze and celebrate the history, culture and sociology of Black people in Canada and of the global African diaspora.

    The course content of this minor reflects the diverse origins of African-Canadian people, from those who have been here for eight generations to recent arrivals from different points of the globe.

    As a student in the minor program, you'll examine the history and culture of Black Canadians and communities of African origin throughout the world, through the lens Critical Race Theory, Black Feminist thought and other critical perspectives.

    Sample courses:

    • African Nova Scotian History
    • Colonialism and the Body
    • The Idea of Race in Philosophy, Literature and Art

    Visit the Academic Calendar to view degree options and course details.

    Disciplines

    Interdisciplinary

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate)

    Career

    The Black and African Diaspora Studies minor complements your major program by enriching your overall learning experience and enhancing your preparation for a diverse range of careers, including:

    • law and business
    • academia and research
    • medicine

    The Bachelor of Arts in Black and African Diaspora Studies - Major in Development

    Since the 1960s, Black students have identified the need for a more diverse and inclusive academy: one which reflects Black experiences, and Black intellectual, socio-economic, political, cultural, and scientific contributions. The proposed program will provide Dalhousie students with an introduction to and immersion in this vibrant, rigorous, and growing field. The Bachelor of Arts in Black and African Diaspora Studies is being proposed to fill an important gap in Canadian University curricula.  The proposed program will provide an interdisciplinary approach to the histories, thought-material, philosophies, cultures, and lived experiences of Black peoples in Canada, North America, the Caribbean, Africa, and the African Diaspora, with the study and exploration of the historic African Nova Scotian community will be a focal point.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    CAD 5,352  / term

    Application Fee

    CAD 70 

    How to Apply

    Step 1: Choose your program

    Dalhousie offers a wide range of programs to build an educational experience that is tailored to you. You can apply for up to three programs. You'll only be assessed for your second and third choices if you're not admitted to your first choice. 

    If you’re applying to the Faculty of Agriculture, please note all programs are located at the Agricultural campus in Truro, N.S.

    Please note: Some undergraduate programs require previous university experience (Dental Hygiene, Environmental Design Studies, Meteorology, Pharmacy and Social Work).

    Step 2: Review the requirements

    Once you’ve selected your program:

    1. Review the general admission requirements.
    2. Check if your program has additional requirements.
    3. If you’re applying from outside of Canada, make sure you meet the international equivalency requirements for your country.
    4. If English isn’t your first language, check the English language requirements.

    Step 3: Complete an application for admission

    Three years of secondary schooling is generally required to review for admission. For an initial assessment, first-semester or mid-year results (predicted where applicable) can be reviewed if your final year is still in progress.

    To start the application process, create an admission login ID and pin on Dal Online. Select your application type (see below) and your desired admission term.

    October 15 Applications open for admission the following September
    March 1 For entrance scholarship consideration
    April 1 International applicant deadline

    Please note: some programs have specific application deadlines.

    You can check your application status on Dal Online. For help throughout the application process, contact an advisor.

    Step 4: Pay the application fee

    To complete your application to undergraduate studies, you'll need to pay the $70 CAD application fee.

    Please be advised that fee payments must be made online. Dalhousie is unable to receive in-person payments until further notice.

    Step 5: Submit your required documents

    Each applicant must submit an official transcript, however your program may require supplemental forms and documentation.

    Official transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution. Canadian and US applicants can submit transcripts to [email protected] and international applicants can submit transcripts to [email protected].

    If you are mailing your transcripts, please note that there may be a delay in processing your application. As our staff are working remotely, we are only able to access the mail once per week.

    Your transcripts must be in an original sealed envelope addressed to: 

    Registrar's Office, Dalhousie University
    Henry Hicks Academic Admin Building, Room 130
    6299 South Street
    PO Box 15000, Halifax, N.S., B3H 4R2

    Please note: If you send first-semester or mid-year transcripts, you must also submit final results when they are issued. 

    If you are an applicant with a MyCreds/MesCertif, My eQuals or Digitary CORE account you can share your digital documents with us by selecting the 2nd Share option “Send my documents to a Registered Organization” and then select "Dalhousie University-Undergraduate and Professional programs" in the Recipient field. Helpful videos are available on the MyCreds site.

    Step 6: Apply for entrance awards

    Dalhousie offers a variety of entrance awards. To apply, you must submit your entrance award application before March 1 and:

    1. Complete and submit your application for admission
    2. Pay the $70 CAD application fee
    3. Meet the academic requirements
    March 1 Deadline to apply for entrance award consideration


    To begin, create your Net ID and password and log in to Dal Online to complete the application.

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