Career Compass: Canadian Studies

Get the information you need for academic planning and connect with experiences to develop the knowledge, skills and attributes that employers are seeking.

This resource is meant as a guide to provide suggestions throughout your time at university (refer to the Academic Calendar for a complete list of program requirements). Develop a plan and timeline that suits you best. Make intentional choices for your courses and work experiences.

As a Canadian Studies student in the Faculty of Arts, you will learn about Canadian themes from a broad range of disciplinary perspectives. Economics, French, Indigenous Studies and Linguistics are just some of the areas of study which contribute to the interdisciplinary approach to the Canadian Studies program, allowing you to understand how the country you currently call home came to be now and where it is going tomorrow.

Skills you will gain by studying CANADIAN STUDIES

• The ability to collaborate with individuals of differing perspectives and disciplines.
• An in-depth understanding of Canada from a variety of disciplinary perspectives and from a national and international context, including language, geography, culture, history, etc.
• The ability to place events in economic, political, cultural, social and historical contexts.
• The ability to effectively communicate: verbally through discussions and presentations, and in writing by preparing reports and papers.

Use the UM Competencies Framework to reflect on skills gained during your coursework and extracurricular experiences.