Certificate Programs in Canadian Studies

Undergraduate credit Certificate programs provide learners with knowledge in a specific topic area of focus.

Admission requirements for undergraduate credit Certificate programs are the same as the admission requirements for undergraduate degree programs, with some exceptions.  Review admission requirements by applicant type on our Applying to Undergraduate programs website, or review admission requirements to Canadian Studies on the Academic Programs website.

Current Brock students and applicants who were previously registered at Brock and are interested in applying to an undergraduate credit Certificate program, must contact the Admissions office, by emailing admissions@brocku.ca, for the appropriate application form.

Certificate in Canada’s Cultural Context

This certificate provides students with a strong grounding in Canadian culture and the institutions that shape it.  It will be of special interest to people working in or who intent to work in the cultural sector, diplomacy, education, international relations, or international business.  It is awarded upon successful completion of five credits from the list below, with a minimum of 60 percent overall average:

  • CANA 1F91, 2P21, 2P91 and 2P92
  • CPCF 1F25
  • CANA 3P15 or CANA 3P40
  • one credit from CANA 2P01, 2P02, 2P86, 3P14, 3P18, 3P93

Certificate in Canadian Culture and Diversity

This certificate provides students with a sophisticated understanding of Canadian culture in its many forms.  It may be of special interest to people working in or who intent to work in the cultural sector, diplomacy, education, international relations, or arts administration.  It is awarded upon successful completion of five credits from the list below, with a minimum 60 percent overall average:

  • CANA 1F91, 2P21, 2P91 and 2P92
  • CPCF 1F25
  • one credit from CANA 2F62, 2P64, 2P65, 2P66, 2P93, 2P96, 3P91, 3P93