Program Highlights
Are you an Indigenous student interested in post-secondary courses but don’t feel ready academically? Give your skills and confidence a boost with this program designed to set you up for success.
If you are First Nations, Inuit or Métis and want help getting your writing, math and study skills up to speed for a post-secondary program, this course is for you.
You'll gain knowledge and confidence, supported by instructors, fellow students and community Elders.
Our goal is for you to gain all the academic skills you need to move into one of the many post-secondary programs at CapU. You could go into Business, Film, Tourism or a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies — whatever your dream is, we're here to help you get there.
- Identify cultural influences on learning to develop personal strategies for lifelong learning.
- Apply strategies for academic success.
- Apply the elements of clear spoken and written communication.
- Collaborate with others to achieve a common goal.
- Apply critical thinking, critical reading, and critical writing to articulate multiple points of view.
- Apply quantitative reasoning skills to solve mathematical problems.
Admission Requirements
English language requirements
English is the language of instruction at CapU. All applicants are required to demonstrate competence in the English language prior to admission.
If English is not your first language or you’ve received your education in a language other than English, you must meet our English Language Requirements.
Basic requirements
- High school graduation
- English 11 or English Studies 12 or English 12 or English First Peoples 12 with a C or higher
Program-specific requirements
- Interview with Coordinator
- Writing Assessment
Admission Notes
Students whose grades do not reflect their academic potential may be admitted into the program after completing the department's writing assessment and interview.
Program Requirements
Total program credits: 18.00