Course variations

Course summary

This program focuses on the native peoples of the United States and Canada, but also draws on the experiences of indigenous peoples from other parts of the world. This multidisciplinary field looks at the histories, cultures, arts, languages, literatures, philosophies, religions, economies, politics, and legal status of indigenous peoples. The program also focuses on the many differences that have separated tribal nations as sovereign bodies and on the many similarities that unite them in common interests and causes. It gives special attention to the sovereignty of American Indian nations as this is expressed in all walks of life from the preservation and revitalization of native languages to the protection and retention of native lands. The language focus is designed for students who wish to deepen their understanding of the field by completing two years of either Dakota or Ojibwe.

Program modules

The program modules are as follows: Major Courses: Ojibwe Language Sequence: OJIB 1101-Beginning Ojibwe I (5 cr), OJIB 1102-Beginning Ojibwe II (5 cr), OJIB 3103-Intermediate Ojibwe I (5 cr), OJIB 3104-Intermediate Ojibwe II (5 cr), or Dakota Language Sequence: DAKO 1121-Beginning Dakota I (5 cr), DAKO 1122-Beginning Dakota II (5 cr), DAKO 3123-Intermediate Dakota I (5 cr), DAKO 3124-Intermediate Dakota II (5 cr), Advanced Level Language Course: AMIN 3141-American Indian Language Planning (3 cr), or AMIN 3143-Language in American Indian Culture and Society (3 cr), or AMIN 3107-Structure of Anishinaabemowin, the Ojibwe Language (3 cr), or AMIN 5107-The Structure of Anishinaabemowin, the Ojibwe Language (3 cr), or AMIN 3108-History of Anishinaabemowin, the Ojibwe Language (3 cr), or AMIN 5108-History of Anishinaabemowin, the Ojibwe Language (3 cr), or AMIN 3109-Anishinaabe Literature (3 cr), or AMIN 5109-Anishinaabe Literature (3 cr), Electives: Take 7 or more credit(s) including 2 or more sub-requirement(s) from the following: AMIN 4990-Topics in American Indian Studies (1–4 cr), or AMIN 4991-Independent Study (1–12 cr), Take 1 or more course(s) from the following: AMIN 3xxx, AMIN 4xxx, AMIN 5xxx.

Entry requirement for international students

Students to be considered for admission must have completed the coursework through high school graduation. They are expected to complete, at a minimum, the University's core subject requirements such as four years of English with an emphasis on writing, including instruction in reading and speaking skills and in literary understanding and appreciation; three years of mathematics including one year each of elementary algebra, geometry, and intermediate algebra; three years of science including one year each of biological and physical science, and including a laboratory experience; three years of social studies including one year each of U.S. history and geography; two years of a single second language; and one year of visual and/or performing arts including instruction in the history and interpretation of the art form. Individual circumstances are also considered as part of the overall assessment of each application and may factor into individual decisions. Outstanding talent, achievement, or aptitude in a particular area; an exceptionally rigorous academic curriculum; strong commitment to community service and leadership; military service; contribution to the cultural, gender, age, economic, racial, or geographic diversity of the student body; evidence of having overcome social, economic, or physical barriers to educational achievement; first-generation college student; significant responsibility in a family, community, job, or activity; family employment or attendance at the University of Minnesota and extenuating circumstances. Also students who are non-native speakers of English need to demonstrate their English language proficiency with a minimum TOEFL score of 550 in paper based 79 for internet based, 6.5 for IELTS, and 80 for MELAB. If students have taken the ACT exam and scored 17 or lower on the English OR reading section (or SAT critical reading [verbal] score of 420 or lower) need to provide English language scores.

Qualification

Bachelor degree

Awarding body

University Of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus

Department name

College of Liberal Arts, Department of American Indian Studies