Doctor of Philosophy in Indigenous Knowledges

Indigenous Knowledges emerge from relationships between the Land and our Peoples. Indigenous Knowledges theme faculty and research students draw on Indigenous pedagogy and research methodologies when working with the Land, Elders and community on in diverse and inter-related areas such as language recoveryreclamation, redevelopment of Indigenous governance systems, health and wellbeing, ecological restoration, food sovereignty, housing and cultural revitalization.The PhD degree is centered on participating faculty and students convening on a regular basis to share ideas, learn about each other’s work, identify opportunities for collaboration, and broaden their interdisciplinary expertise. Faculty scholars all have experience with Indigenous Knowledges, and are committed to the interdisciplinary nature of the program.

Applicants are encouraged to contact potential supervisors before starting their application. Admission to the program requires the support of a faculty supervisor, as well as meeting program-specific criteria for admission requirements. A complete application package will contain:Online application and application feeUnofficial transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended are required for the application package, however, if admitted, students are required to submit official transcripts to the College of Graduate Studies.Statement of IntentGuidelines for Writing Statements of Intent for Indigenous KnowledgesCV or resuméTwo letters of reference (applicants may submit the online application form at any time during the call for applications – doing so triggers the invitation to referees – and continue to upload supporting documents until the deadline.)Please provide one example of your scholarly writing, such as a term paper or a substantial scholarly paper AND/OR submit electronic portfolio of artistic work (3-5 samples of artistic production and/or links to digital work).