Quebec Studies

The Minor in Quebec Studies and Community-Engaged learning will provide you with a better understanding of Quebec's history and culture. You will take core courses within the department and a selection of other complementary courses in areas like political science, Canadian studies, French language and literature, and history.  

In this unique program you can take advantage of a community engagement approach to learning within the Montreal community. In collaboration with the Social Equity and Diversity Education (SEDE) Office, you can link academic course content with a hands-on experience within a Montreal community organization. Explore issues related to equity, diversity, and inclusion within the Montreal context.  

You'll need a basic understanding of the French language in this program as several core courses are taught in French, but you can submit your coursework in either French or English. This is a great opportunity to immerse yourself and improve your French comprehension skills. 

• Canadian citizenship or Canadian permanent residency
• 23 years of age or older by the start of classes (21 years of age for the Faculties of Management and Music)
• No high school, college or university level studies within the last five years that would constitute a basis for admission
• Two letters of reference
• Mature Student Statements:
  • Letter of Intent, including description of all educational experiences
  • Complete resume of employment and other activities, highlighting points relevant to the application
• In some cases, an interview may be required
• Demonstrate academic potential by successfully completing a minimum number of specific courses (see 'Minimum grades & prerequisites' below) within the three-year period prior to admission and no later than May 15th of the year of application for the intended program (May 1 for some programs). These courses, which may be completed at CEGEP or university, will also fulfill prerequisites for the intended program. 

The Quebec Studies program will help you to improve your French and provide you with universally useful skills in areas like communication, critical thought, and research. Depending on your major, it can help you to further expand your career opportunities. You may want to work with the Quebec government, or even pursue graduate studies in the field.  

Depending on you Major, some careers include:  

• Lawyer  
• Politician  
• Educator  
• Analyst 

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