Certificate in Global Studies

By participating in this certificate program, students from various academic backgrounds have the opportunity to come together with a common focus—a commitment to developing an understanding of various facets of the global village, gaining international experience, and becoming more aware and active as global citizens.What you will learnYou will study political, economic and social dimensions of globalization and specific contemporary global issues. You will examine various aspects of global citizenship, cultural globalization, cultural plurality and coexistence.This certificate program:Encourages you to participate in study abroad experiences, provides you with opportunities to engage in international experiential learning, and supports you bringing what is learned abroad to your classrooms in Canada upon your return.Encourages you to learn actively, think broadly, act ethically, and engage respectfully.Provides you with official documentation that you have demonstrated an above average commitment and dedication to becoming aware and active as global citizens.CareersCareer opportunities available as a result of students taking this certificate will vary widely based on the degree program chosen by the student.Possibilities include:DiplomatForeign affairs advisorForeign services officerInternational trade officerLegislative aideConsultantEnglish as a second language teacherConsular assistantNon-governmental organizationsInternational volunteer

Students can enter this program directly from high school

Required high school classes

Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30

English language proficiency