The program offers innovative courses that facilitate a deeper understanding of Indigenous knowledges, Indigenous relationships with the Natural World and Indigenous communities and organizations.
INDG 6715: Bimaadiziwin/Atonhnhetsherí:io
This course provides students with the opportunity to build upon what they have learned in INDG 6600: Indigenous Knowledge. The course enables students to build relationships with an Elder or Knowledge Holder through an apprentice experience wherein the student (in consultation with an Elder or Knowledge Holder) learns a practical skill.
Students should meet with the Director of Studies early in the first year to discuss possible options for their apprenticeship. Students may do the apprenticeship in the summer of the first year or in the fall or winter of year two.
INDG 6700: Practicum Field Placement
Students are required to work or carry out research with a First Nations Community or an Indigenous Organization, with a focus on community or organizational needs. This course is normally completed over the fall or winter of the third year after their proposal has been completed and submitted for defence.
A practicum field placement provides a unique opportunity for students to gain practical employment experience and to assist in providing a service to the community/organization.