Indigenous Studies I - INST 1000

This course introduces students to the Indigenous Peoples of Canada in both a historical and present-day context. Students will examine how the historic past of Indigenous Peoples brings us to present-day circumstances and the ongoing issues faced by Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and how this knowledge can help Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians to become good neighbours.

Note: Restricted to Arts and Sciences Diploma, Disability Studies, Indigenous Studies, Justice, Social Work, Therapeutic Recreation, Child and Youth Care, Sustainability Coordinator and Open Studies.

This course introduces students to the Indigenous Peoples of Canada in both a historical and present-day context. Students will examine how the historic past of Indigenous Peoples brings us to present-day circumstances and the ongoing issues faced by Indigenous Peoples in Canada, and how this knowledge can help Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians to become good neighbours.

Note: Restricted to Arts and Sciences Diploma, Disability Studies, Indigenous Studies, Justice, Social Work, Therapeutic Recreation, Child and Youth Care, Sustainability Coordinator, Mental Health,Machine Learning, Addiction Support Worker and Open Studies.


This course is delivered in a classroom setting with face-to-face instruction at regularly scheduled times.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

DWNCA-ICC
Fall Aug. 31 - Dec. 11, 2026 Thu: 09:30 am - 12:30 pm
 41966 A01 Yes

Edmonton
Fall Aug. 31 - Dec. 11, 2026 Wed: 09:30 am - 12:30 pm
 41967 A02 Yes
Winter Jan. 4 - Apr. 16, 2027 Wed: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 12008 A01 Yes
Winter Jan. 4 - Apr. 16, 2027 Thu: 09:30 am - 12:30 pm
 12009 A02 Yes
Winter Jan. 4 - Apr. 16, 2027 Tue: 08:00 - 11:00 am
 12010 AW01 Yes
Winter Jan. 4 - Apr. 16, 2027 Thu: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 12011 AW02 Yes
Winter Jan. 4 - Apr. 21, 2027 Tue: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 12012 AY01 Yes
Winter Jan. 4 - Apr. 21, 2027 Tue: 08:00 - 11:00 am
 12013 AY02 Yes
Winter Jan. 4 - Apr. 21, 2027 Mon: 11:00 am - 02:00 pm
 12014 AY03 Yes
This course is offered in an online setting. There are no scheduled classes, and you will learn at your own pace. Courses have start and end dates, assignments may have due dates assigned to them.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Online
Winter Jan. 4 - Apr. 21, 2027 13047 O01 Yes
Spring May 3 - Jun. 25, 2027 21186 O01 Yes
This course is offered in an online setting. Your course will be taught in real-time at regularly scheduled times.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Online
Fall Aug. 31 - Dec. 11, 2026 Fri: 09:30 am - 12:30 pm
 41968 O03 Yes
Winter Jan. 4 - Apr. 16, 2027 Thu: 02:00 - 05:00 pm
 12015 O03 Yes

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This course can be taken through Open Studies or through one of our many programs. Read our application guide and apply now.

Tuition and fees for 2025-2026 Open Studies

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $626.40 $704.00 $1,330.40
See the detailed fees for this course
Digital resource fee: $7.00 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $8.5 max per term
Registrarial and student service fee: $41.00 max per term
Student technology fee: $12.00 max per term
Students’ Association fees
Health and dental plan: $386.00 per year
Students’ Association: $51.50 per term
U-Pass: $180.00 per term
Legal plan: $18.00 per year

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $1783.20 $704.00 $2487.19
See the detailed fees for this course
Digital resource fee: $7.00 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $8.5 max per term
Registrarial and student service fee: $41.00 max per term
Student technology fee : $12.00 max per term
Students’ Association fees
Health and dental plan : $386.00 per year
Students’ Association : $51.50 per term
U-Pass : $180.00 per term
Legal plan : $18.00 per term

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

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