The interdisciplinary Certificate in the Study of Indigenous Storytelling is designed to recognize concentrated study of historical and contemporary Indigenous practices of storytelling, their media and modes of transmission, and their culturally-specific knowledge systems and protocols. The certificate will complement degree programs in English, Indigenous Studies, and Drama. It will also be valuable for students in any degree program who plan to pursue careers in such fields as education, policy, law, journalism, and politics.

Registration in the Certificate in the Study of Indigenous Storytelling is available to undergraduate students enrolled in any degree program at the University of Saskatchewan; it may also be completed as a standalone program.

Major Average

The major average in the Certificate in the Study of Indigenous Storytelling includes the grades earned in:
  • All courses eligible to be used in the program.

Residency Requirements in the Major

To receive a Certificate in the Study of Indigenous Storytelling, students must complete at least half of the following coursework (to the nearest highest multiple of 3 credit units) from the University of Saskatchewan.

  • Minimum credit units required in the program.

See Residency for additional details.

Requirements (21 credit units)

  • ENG 242.3
  • INDG 107.3

Choose 3 credit units from the following:

  • ENG — 100-Level

Choose 12 credit units from the following:

  • DRAM 111.3
  • DRAM 231.3
  • ENG 243.3
  • ENG 335.3
  • ENG 338.3
  • ENG 412.3
  • INDG 215.3
  • INDG 270.6