📖Introduction

Yukon University, located in Canada's Yukon territory, is a unique institution committed to providing education and research opportunities rooted in northern perspectives and Indigenous knowledge. Yukon University offers a wide range of programs, including arts, sciences, business, health, trades, and Indigenous governance. The university's focus on northern research, experiential learning, and collaboration with Indigenous communities and local organizations creates a rich and meaningful educational experience. With its strong ties to the Yukon community and dedication to northern scholarship, Yukon University plays a vital role in advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and promoting sustainable development in the region.

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📚About the Program

Non-degree in Diploma in General Studies at Yukon University

The General Studies programs integrate general knowledge and intellectual skills with specific occupational or professional skills. They are designed and intended for those who do not plan on pursuing a university degree or those who wish to develop an individualized program from a variety of programming areas at the University. Students who wish to complete a university degree at a later time are encouraged either to limit their choices in the General Studies programs to courses in the School of Liberal Arts and School of Science or to pursue a Liberal Arts certificate or diploma. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Core
ENGL 100 - Academic Writing and Critical Thinking Online/Video, Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
ENGL 101 - Introduction to the Study of Literature Whitehorse (Ayamdigut), Online/Video

YFNCC electives
Core
ANTH 140 - Introduction to the Fields of Anthropology Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
FNST 100 - Introduction to First Nations Studies
FNST 140 - Preservation of Traditional Knowledge
HIST 140 - History of Yukon First Nations and Self-Government Online/Video
HIST 220 - History of the Canadian North
NOST 202 - Social History of the North
SOCI 104 - Social Problems
WGST 202 - Women in Indigenous Societies

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🏫About Yukon University

Yukon University is a unique and innovative institution located in Canada's Yukon territory. It holds the distinction of being the first and only university in the region. The university is committed to providing a diverse range of educational and research opportunities, with a particular focus on northern perspectives and Indigenous knowledge. Yukon University offers a wide array of programs spanning arts, sciences, business, health, trades, and Indigenous governance. It prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that values collaboration, experiential learning, and community engagement. Through its emphasis on northern research, partnerships with Indigenous communities, and collaboration with local organizations, Yukon University plays a vital role in addressing the unique needs and challenges of the region. By advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and promoting sustainable development, Yukon University contributes to the social, cultural, and economic well-being of the Yukon territory and beyond.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

748 RMB

Tuition fee:

12,780 CAD per year

25,560 CAD in total

Insurance is 565 CAD.

Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: High School.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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