Study of Indigenous Storytelling

    Certificate in Study of Indigenous Storytelling at University of Saskatchewan

    Certificate in Study of Indigenous Storytelling at University of Saskatchewan

    The Study of Indigenous Storytelling is a Certificate degree offered by University of Saskatchewan at its main campus in Saskatoon, Canada. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 2 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The tuition fee is USD 8,030 / credit, and the next intake is available from September 1, 2026.

    About Certificate in Study of Indigenous Storytelling

    The Certificate in the Study of Indigenous Storytelling is an interdisciplinary certificate that recognizes expertise in the study of oral and written forms of Indigenous storytelling in Canada, as well as culturally-specific knowledge systems inherent in storytelling.


    What you will learn

    You will study Indigenous storytelling and literatures from various cultural and disciplinary perspectives. You will also learn about:

    • the history and continuing traditions of Indigenous storytelling through specific cultural examples
    • the systems of knowledge that are inherent in storytelling with an understanding of protocols
    • ways that traditions have been adapted to tell new stories for delivery in new media (stories, poems, plays, books, film etc.)
    • the profound impact of different ways that stories have been told and recorded

    While this is not a certificate in how to be a storyteller, you may be able to explore pathways toward telling your own stories.

    Disciplines

    Arts and Science

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Certificate in Study of Indigenous Storytelling at University of Saskatchewan

    Entry Requirements

    Required high school classes

    • Senior Mathematics

    Students can be admitted into this college with a mathematics deficiency but are encouraged to consult the college upon admission to plan how to clear the deficiency.

    The high school classes required for admission are not always the same as the classes you will need to complete the degree program you choose.

    For example, high school chemistry is required to take first-year chemistry classes.

    View recommended and required subjects by program

    Required grade average

    Minimum admission average

    60%

    Applications are considered up until the deadline. Admission is offered on an ongoing basis until all seats are filled.

    Learn how we calculate your admission average.

    If you do not think you will meet the minimum admission average, you may be considered for the University of Saskatchewan Transition Entrance Program (USTEP) or for special (mature) admission.

    Academic Requirements

    • gmat

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 6.5
    • IELTSMin 86

    English Program Requirements

    If your first language is not English, you may have to prove proficiency in English before admission.

    Here are the minimum scores for some of the common English language tests:

    IELTS (Academic)

    International English Language Testing System

    Overall Band Score: 6.5

    With minimum individual scores of:

    • Reading: 6
    • Listening: 6
    • Speaking: 6
    • Writing: 6
    TOEFL (institutional TOEFL not accepted)

    Test of English as a Foreign Language

    Internet Based: 86

    With minimum individual scores of:

    • Reading: 19
    • Listening: 19
    • Speaking: 19
    • Writing: 19

    See detailed requirements and scores.

    Career Opportunities after Completing Certificate in Study of Indigenous Storytelling

    Careers

    You will gain expertise and acquire an additional credential in the study of Indigenous literature and storytelling, which will show prospective employers and other academic programs such as graduate school, that you bring interdisciplinary and cultural perspectives to your work. This additional credential will also be advantageous for those seeking careers in:

    • Education
    • Community liaison work
    • Policy advising
    • Aboriginal issues coordination
    • Youth work
    • Corrections
    • Journalism and communications
    • Mediation
    • Employment counselling
    • Economic development
    • Advocacy
    • Government and politics

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    8,030 / credit
    Certificate in Study of Indigenous Storytelling at University of Saskatchewan
    University of Saskatchewan
    University of Saskatchewan
    Canada

    Canada, Saskatoon

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