Bachelor of Arts (Mi’kmaq Studies)
The rich culture and long history of the Mi’kmaq thrives today on Cape Breton Island and at CBU. From the ancient Mi’kmaw language to modern Mi’kmaw current events, you’ll become immersed in a program that focuses on teaching the true ways of Canada’s First Nations people.
The various Mi’kmaq Studies courses teach students how to read and write in Mi’kmaq, how the Canadian Indian Act works, details of First Nation governance and much more. This comprehensive area of study examines multiple aspects of the Mi’kmaq, discussed within a framework of the current First Nations reality – not only within Canada, but on a broader scale, globally.
At CBU, the Mi’kmaq Studies courses focus on two major themes of study: Mi’kmaw language and culture; and Mi’kmaw politics, history and governance. These courses are designed to provide a solid foundation for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students alike.
Intakes
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- May
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
The Career Services team at CBU is here to work with you before, during and after your time as a Cape Breton University student. Our staff members consist of Student Development Officers and Student Placement Officers who will work with you on a number of subjects.
Student Development Officer:
- Provides one-on-one advising appointments to assist in academic and career planning decisions
- Offers individual sessions and group workshops to help you develop employment readiness skills such as resume/cover letter writing, interviewing skills and business etiquette
- Coordinates the Co-curricular Program
Student Placement Officers:
- Coordinate the Co-operative Education Program
- Support the HATM Internship and BACS Work Placement Courses
- Share current job opportunities for students and recent graduates
Connect with our team directly and keep up to date on important Career Services events such as Pizza with a Professional, Workshops and the annual CBU Career Fair.
PSW Opportunity
PSW same as course duration For all courses (Minimum 8 months Course duration Required)
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- India - All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE) or Indian School Certificate (CISCE) or another Senior Secondary School Certificate awarded after Standard XII
- Bangladesh - Higher Secondary School Certificate or General Certificate of Education (GCE) – refer to British-based Curriculum
- Bhutan- Bhutan Higher Secondary Education Certificate
- Nepal- Higher Secondary Certificate
- Sri Lanka -Sri Lanka General Certificate Of Education Advanced Level
No Additional Examinations Required
English Language Scores
Official Testing Scores
Please arrange to have test results sent to Cape Breton University from one of the following agencies:
TOEFL score of 550 (paper test), 213 (computer test), or 80 (internet test): www.ets.org
IELTS Academic (and IELTS Indicator) score of 6.5 with no band below 6.0: www.ielts.org
CAEL score of 60: www.cael.ca
MELAB score of 85: www.melab.ca
Pearson PTE (Academic) score of 59: www.pearsonpte.com
CanTEST score of 4.5 (reading & listening), 4.0 (writing): www.cantest.ca
Duolingo English Test score of 115 for undergraduate programs, diplomas and certificates. Score of 120 for Master of Business Administration, Bachelor of Education and post-baccalaureate diplomas
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
60411 CAD
Average Cost of Living: 22895 CAD /year
Application Fee: 80 CAD
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