B.Sc. (Honours) in Indigenous Environmental Studies/Science

In this program – the first of its kind anywhere in North America – you’ll study a unique mix of Indigenous knowledges and teachings and Western sciences, learning from Indigenous and non-Indigenous faculty, elders, guest speakers and other scholars. Trent’s groundbreaking Indigenous Environmental StudiesScience (IESS) degree program, offered jointly with the School of the Environment, is the first program of its kind in North America. This degree focuses on the interaction and collaboration of Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Euro-centric Knowledge Systems, and offers two study pathways. Choose to complete a Bachelor of Arts (Studies) and gain an understanding of the social, cultural, and human experiences with the environment through an Indigenous perspective. Choose the Bachelor of Science (Sciences) pathway and gain the theory and skills to analyze the natural world, from Indigenous and Western perspectives. With guidance and support from leading Indigenous and non-Indigenous faculty, Elders, guest speakers, and scholars, you’ll learn to apply critical, creative and innovative thinking to address climate change, sustainability, health, food security, and other complex issues affecting Indigenous and all peoples around the world.

Ontario, other Canadian Secondary School DiplomaRequirements: Minimum 70 percent averageIB Diploma: Minimum overall score of 26 (including bonus points) in IB diploma.English Language A with a minimum grade of 4 satisfies English requirement. English B with a strong grade may also be accepted. High School in-progress or, if completed, final transcript. Normally, an in progress transcript must include Grade 12, 1st quarter, term results.