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Diploma of Governance and Civil Studies

Keyano College

Fort McMurray, Canada
2 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

A two-year diploma in politics, Philosophy, Society and Indigenous governance.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate core knowledge in Governance and Civil Studies. Apply relevant methods and tools to academic or professional problems. Communicate findings clearly and work responsibly in individual and collaborative settings.

Career outcomes

Engineer
Project Engineer
Design Engineer
Quality Engineer
Engineering Analyst

Curriculum

Sixty credits over four terms with core courses in critical analysis
Government and politics
Indigenous literatures
Practical logic
Philosophy
Sociology and race and racism
Plus electives from English
History
Media
Philosophy
Political science and sociology. An optional three-credit work term follows Year 1.

Entry requirements

Academic

High school diploma with 50% in English 30-1 and 50% in Social Studies 30-1 or 75% in Social Studies 30-2; Mature students meet the same requirements.

Accepted academic background

Alberta high school diploma or equivalent (international credentials; IQAS assessment may be requested); Mature students 21+ per programme rules; Social Work needs a pre-entry interview; Practical Nurse has non-academic requirements

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79
Duolingo 115
PTE Academic 58

Documents you’ll need

Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificate
English proficiency evidence
Statement of purpose where requested
Financial support evidence

How to apply

Review the admission requirements for Diploma of Governance and Civil Studies. Prepare academic transcripts
Graduation evidence
Language results
required supporting documents. Complete the application to Keyano College. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$16,696 CAD
Application fee	$107 CAD
Deposit	$5,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	Clearwater Campus
Faculty or school	School of Business, University Studies & Academic Upgrading
Department	Arts
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Keyano College offers awards and scholarships for eligible students. International eligibility, Award value, And deadlines vary by award.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jun 2027
199 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.