Aboriginal Studies 30

This summer school course has 4 units of study, consisting of assignments, discussion forums, and quizzes of varying length and type. It is an intense, demanding, and rigorous course as outlined by Alberta Education.  Expect to be working on the course 5 to 7 hours each day for the month of July.  Vacations or full-time jobs should not be taken during this time.

Aboriginal Studies 30 is a provincial course suitable for all students in Alberta schools. Students will gain a greater understanding of the current issues facing Indigenous peoples worldwide. The course consists of four themes: Aboriginal Rights and Self-government, Aboriginal Peoples in Canadian Society, Indigenous Land Claims, and Indigenous World Issues. 

In order for a student to be successful in this course, VVS recommends a minimum of 50% in the prerequisite course, Aboriginal Studies 20 (not offered by VVS). If you have not completed this course, but have successfully completed Social Studies 20-1 or 20-2, your application will be considered.