Centre for Career and Personal Development Degree Profiles

Canadian Studies is concerned with the creation, evolution and expressions of the multiple Canadian identities that have been shaped by history, economics, geography, and socio-political developments. 

Analytical, critical and strategic thinking - Ability to make comparisons and think broadly; Multi-disciplinary perspective; Awareness of the importance of social, historical and cultural context; Knowledge of Canadian heritage, geography, economics and politics

Problem solving skills - Approaching topics and problems from various perspectives; Analyzing multiple dimensions of a problem; Decision making skills

Qualitative and quantitative research - Data collection; Process and synthesize data; Make comparisons and view a topic/problem from a variety of perspectives

Understanding of Canadian history and cultural diversity - Place contemporary issues in context; Understand the relationship between historical and current events; First Nations cultural understanding and appreciation; Multi-cultural awareness

Verbal and written communication - Ability to write logical and well-reasoned reports; Prepare and edit publications

Critical and reflective thinking - Concerning Canadian cities and Canadian identity, Canadian and American differences and Canadian from a media perspective

Please note some of these positions may require further training, certification or education. Check out the occupational profiles to review the full details for the occupations that interest you at alis.alberta.ca/occinfo

• Association for Canadian Studies
• Canadian Historical Association
• Canadian International Council
• Canadian Museums Association
• Canadian Studies Network
• Centre for Research on French Canadian Culture
• Citizenship and Immigration Canada
• Council of Canadians
• International Council for Canadian Studies

Aligned Majors

Communication and Media Studies

History

Political Science

Health and Society 

Formal Career Assessments like the Strong Interest Inventory and the Myers Briggs Type Indicator can be helpful tools for your career development.  These assessments have been used for decades to help individuals choose a major, explore career options during and upon completion of a degree and to further understand yourself in relationship to the world of work.  Inquire with Career Services if you are interested in these formal assessments.

Faculty Contact

Arts Students' Centre
Social Sciences Building, SS102
T: 403.220-6318
E: ascarts@ucalgary.ca
W: arts.ucalgary.ca/advising

Clubs on Campus: 

History Students' Association

Centre for Career and Personal Development
MacEwan Student Centre, Room 188
T: 403.220.8020
E: csstdnt@ucalgary.ca
W: https://www.ucalgary.ca/career-personal-development