Circumpolar Studies
Circumpolar Studies
About
The seven-course Circumpolar Studies Core is a signature program of the University of the Arctic (UArctic), a cooperative network of circumpolar universities, colleges, and other organizations committed to higher education and research in the North. Yukon University is a founding member of UArctic and an enthusiastic supporter of Circumpolar Studies. UArctic’s Shared Voices commitment recognizes the vital role of Indigenous peoples in the circumpolar world and in the success of UArctic.
By drawing on the shared strengths and diverse experiences of northern people, UArctic members believe we can address the unique challenges of the circumpolar region and build an institution that is truly "In the North, For the North, By the North."
The Circumpolar Studies Core offers students the opportunity to obtain a broad knowledge and understanding of the lands, peoples and critical issues of the circumpolar world either as a stand-alone program, as electives in a degree, in an arts or Northern Studies diploma, or alongside a Bachelor of Arts or Science completed at a UArctic-member institution. Thus, the core is flexible and will enable students to study in a discipline of their choice while ensuring a focus on circumpolar issues and affairs.
Requirements
English Requirements
- PTEMin 46
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 79
Fee Information
How to Apply
Four simple steps to starting your Yukon University education.
1. Apply online for most programs
- Please refer to the program page for specific application instructions for partnership programs such as Education, Social Work and Northern Environmental and Conservation Sciences.
2. Submit transcripts
Submit your official transcripts (mailed or email directly from your previous school). Applications without official transcripts cannot be processed.
Admissions Office
Yukon University
500 University Drive, PO Box 2799
Whitehorse YT
Y1A 5K4
Canadian applicants, please provide proof of your previous education in one of the following ways:
High school graduates
- Submit an official copy of your transcript
- Note: please be aware of all application deadlines and apply early, even though you may not yet have completed the required courses.
Grade 12 students
- Submit your transcript and a copy of your most recent report card
- Arrange to have your high school send a final transcript when it becomes available
Mature students
(19 years of age or older or 17 years of age and out of school at least one full academic year)
- Submit your high school transcript
- You may also be required to write University Assessments
3. Notice of acceptance
Once we have your application and your official transcripts (or Assessments & testing results), we will make a decision about your acceptance into the program. It can take up to four weeks to process your application once we have all supporting documents, so please ensure that we have these as soon as possible.
Letters of acceptance, along with all future correspondence, will be emailed so please be sure that you have included an up-to-date email address with your application.
4. Registration
After you have received your Letter of Acceptance into the program, you still need to register for your courses. This does not happen automatically. You need to talk to a Program Advisor to choose your courses.
Learn more about completing your enrolment
Circumpolar Studies
Yukon University
Canada, Whitehorse