Foundations of Indigenous Learning (Diploma)

Trent’s exceptional Indigenous diploma programs provide a clear path for self-identifying First Nations, Métis or Inuit students who wish to make the transition into university level studies.

In a supportive and inclusive environment, students in the Foundations of Indigenous Learning diploma bring their diverse cultures, values, histories and languages to the classroom. Students who complete an Indigenous Diploma Program may choose to continue their education and pursue a Bachelor’s degree, transferring their diploma credits. The majority of students complete a diploma and degree within four years.

The Diploma in Foundations of Indigenous Learning is a transition year program open to Indigenous students who have the equivalent of Grade 12 or who qualify as mature students or whose admission is approved by the Director of the First Peoples House of Learning and the Office of the Registrar. Students of Indigenous ancestry are encouraged to enrol. 

The Diploma is awarded upon successful completion of the program. With it is included a Trent University transcript identifying all courses undertaken and grades received. All courses receive a University credit.

Courses

Students are required to complete 4 credits 

• 1.0 credits consisting of:
  • INDG 1011H: Foundations of Indigenous Learning: Writing and Reading
  • INDG 1012H: Foundations of Indigenous Learning: Research and Knowledge Communication
• 0.5 credit from the approved Indigenous Content list 
• 0.5 Bridge program credit 
• 2.0 credits in least two disciplines at 1000 level or beyond in addition to the above.  

Diploma Programs

Notes

Upon successful completion of the transition year, students will receive a Diploma in Indigenous Learning and can continue to a General or Honours program in Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Social Work, and Bachelor of Education.  Credits earned in the program can be transferred to these degrees. 

• Students are expected to be in good standing to transition to a degree program. 
• Students should check the requirements for the academic program that they wish to pursue and ensure that they select the appropriate first year courses. 
• Students who plan to access a degree program upon completion of the transition year are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor to plan course selection carefully.  (contact fphlstudentsuccess@trentu.ca for academic assistance)
• Application to Diploma programs should be made to the Ontario University Application Centre at ouac.on.ca/105, or by contacting fphlenrolment@trentu.ca.
• Diploma Program Inquiries should be directed to the First Peoples House of Learning: fphlenrolment@trentu.ca
• Indigenous students seeking admission to the following or other University programs must advise the Indigenous Enrolment Advisor at First Peoples House of Learning in order to activate admissions assistance (fphlenrolment@trentu.ca).
• Email fphlenrolment@trentu.ca to indicate your interest in enrolling in this program.