Features:

• Program eligible for financial aid

The purpose of the graduate programs in Halq’eméylem is to develop advanced knowledge and skills in the revival, acquisition, and use of this endangered language. Graduates will learn advanced research techniques for language restoration and acquisition, and develop skills and strategies for reviving the use of the language in society, including increased knowledge of the Stó:lō worldview.

The program will connect current Halq’eméylem teachers with prospective teachers, language revivalists, Stó:lō communities, local agencies, and schools. Through immersion opportunities, students will find ways to incorporate, promote, and sustain the Halq’eméylem language in their everyday lives as well in the classroom with each other, in the Stó:lō communities, and with Stó:lō people.

Check the program outline in the UFV Academic Calendar

The graduate certificate will prepare students who want to:

• Improve their fluency and proficiency in the Halq’eméylem language.
• Contribute to the language revitalization.
• Transmit knowledge and culture through the Halq’eméylem language.
• Increase opportunities to share the Halq’eméylem language.

Go to entrance requirements for the Halq’eméylem – graduate certificate in the UFV Academic Calendar

This program is not open to international students.

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Students who do not meet the entrance requirements may complete upgrading to meet prerequisites for university-level courses. 

Prospective students should contact the Future Students office to learn more about upgrading options. 

Current or returning students should connect with the appropriate advising area based on the level of upgrading required:  

• University-level upgrading (100 level and above): Qualifying Studies Advisor 

• High school equivalent courses (below 100 level): Upgrading Advisor