Bachelor of Language Fluency | NłeɁkepmx · Nsyilxcn · St’át’imc
Bachelor
2 years
Irving K. Barber Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Why study Interior Salish Languages at UBC Okanagan?
Language is deeply intertwined in our Indigenous communities’ culture. Interior Salish language bachelor degrees are an innovative collaboration between communities, Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT), En’owkin Centre and UBC Okanagan to sustain and revitalize language traditions, restore language competence and protect the knowledge of our communities.
Interior Salish language bachelor degrees begin with a summer transition course to ensure students’ successful introduction to UBC Okanagan and the university environment. During this course, students will connect with other Indigenous students, get familiar with the campus, engage with the Indigenous Programs and Services staff and services, and stay in on-campus residence.
Careers and Outcomes
UBC degrees are respected by employers around the globe. Program graduates will have the skills to pursue a career in a variety of fields like,
- Social policy researchers, consultants and program officers
- Education policy researchers, consultants and program officers
- Translators, terminologists and interpreters
- Managers in natural resources production and fishing
- Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations
- College and other vocational instructors
- Social and community social workers
Experiential Learning
Expand your horizons while studying abroad, conducting meaningful research, or working in the community with your UBC colleagues.
Learn more about Co-op, Go Global and Undergraduate Research Awards opportunities at Experiential Education.
The final year of Interior Salish language bachelor degrees require an internship with a relevant community partner and a personal language project as a capstone for the degree. These opportunities allow students to explore their interest in their language learning and practice proficiency building in a personally meaningful context.
Interior Salish Language degrees are being implemented as an element of the UBC Okanagan’s Declaration of Truth and Reconciliation Commitments. These commitments are a part of the university’s response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action. Learn more about Indigenous Engagement at UBC Okanagan.
Global and Close-Knit
At UBC Okanagan, you gain all the benefits of attending a globally ranked, top 5% university while studying in a close-knit learning community. 50% of graduates, from all across the globe, choose to stay in the region.
Discover the Okanagan
A diverse natural region with sandy beaches, beautiful farms, vineyards, orchards and snow-capped mountains, the Okanagan is an inspirational landscape perfect for those seeking leisure or outdoor adventure.
UBC's Okanagan campus borders the dynamic city of Kelowna, a hub of economic development with a population of more than 150,000 people— the fourth fastest-growing population in Canada.
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