Canadian Studies offers a Diploma for students who wish to undertake a single academic year (September to April) focused directly upon Canadian political economy, society, environment, and culture. Students wishing to enroll in the Diploma program must apply in writing to the chair, indicating course preferences. As the number of spaces is limited, acceptance is not automatic. The chair or designate selects the successful candidates in consultation with the Admissions Committee

The Diploma is awarded in the spring. With it is included a Trent University transcript identifying all courses undertaken and grades received. Upon successful completion of the Diploma, students may apply for admission to the B.A. program in Canadian Studies. Credits earned in the Diploma program are transferable to the B.A. degree.

Courses

• The Diploma program consists of 4.0 CAST credits consisting of 1.0 credit from each category (A, B, C, D)
• At least 2.0 of the above credits must be at the 3000-level or beyond
• Students must take a minimum of 2.0 credits from Section 1 of the categories chart
• For students taking a fifth credit, CAST 1000Y is recommended
• Students planning to continue on to graduate school are encouraged to take 2.0 credits at the 4000-level
• Students must obtain a minimum of 60% in each of the courses in the program to qualify for the Diploma.