Programs
All of our programs integrate theory and practice, to help students understand the big picture issues they are studying, as well as how to apply them in the real world. We offer multiple levels of certification.
Undergraduate degrees
Major in Community, Public Affairs and Policy Studies
Designed to provide an interdisciplinary training and education in public policy analysis, policy advocacy and community-based practice, this program will educate its students to be sensitive to the broad social, economic and political factors that are part of the public policy process.
Major/Minor in First Peoples Studies
Designed to engage students in the cultures, politics, languages, social issues and histories of First Peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis), with a special focus on Indigenous nations in Quebec, this program centers Indigenous knowledge and pedagogy.
Graduate degrees
Graduate Diploma in Community Economic Development
Geared to community-based practitioners working with marginalized or capital-poor communities, the program strengthens participatory leadership and emphasizes reflective practice.
Other types of certifications
Microprogram/Elective Group in Indigenous Land-Based Education
Welcoming students from diverse academic and non-academic backgrounds, this program immerses students in Indigenous land-based pedagogies, practices and ways of understanding the world around us. The Microprogram is for students not yet enrolled at Concordia who wish to take it as a standalone program. The elective group is for current Concordia students who would like to enroll as part of their undergraduate degree.
Minor/Certificate in Immigration Studies
The minor is an ideal complement to students pursuing undergraduate studies in social sciences and the humanities, who wish to deepen their understanding of immigration in Quebec and Canada.
The certificate program is a natural choice for people already working in the field who wish to reinforce their practical experiences with academic training.
Summer Institute
SCPA Summer Institute in Community Engagement and Social Justice
A full-week 3-credit course open to current CEGEP students interested in the social, political and community dynamics of working towards change. Learn from local community organizations, academic experts, as well as from each other through discussions and hands-on projects and assignments.
June 9 - 13, 2025, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Experiential learning
Experiential learning is integrated throughout our courses. Students learn to connect theory to practice by undertaking a wide variety of hands-on projects.
