Major in Gaelic Language and Cultural Sustainability (BACS) at Cape Breton University

Programme overview

The Gaelic Language and Cultural Sustainability major is a 48-credit major within the Bachelor of Arts Community Studies offering immersion in Gaelic language and culture. It includes a partnership with Colaisde na Gaidhlig (the Gaelic College) and experiential learning. Standalone 30-credit certificates in Gaelic Language and in Cultural Sustainability are also offered.

Faculty: School of Arts and Social Sciences | Duration: 48 credits (major within the Bachelor of Arts Community Studies) | Intake: Fall 2024 (programme enrolment commenced) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

What you will study

Courses in research methods, language revitalization, language teaching and learning, and resilient communities.

Career pathways

Teacher or educator, government relations, grassroots institutions, historian, archivist, museum professional, social work, government administration, tourism and culture industries, journalism

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Application information

Entry requirements

Cape Breton University undergraduate admission: minimum overall high school average of 65% for most credit programs; applicants must be at least 16 years old; transfer applicants need good academic standing and must meet general admission requirements. International applicants must meet CBU's English language requirements.

Requirements published at faculty level.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Bachelor of Science, Nursing (BScN): intakes May 2027 (Spring, Advanced Standing LPN to RN) and September 2027 (Fall, Direct Entry and Advanced Standing LPN to RN).

BScN: May 2027 Advanced Standing (LPN to RN) applications open 1 October 2026 and close 1 February 2027; September 2027 Direct Entry opens 1 October 2026 and closes 26 February 2027; September 2027 Advanced Standing (LPN to RN) opens 1 October 2026 and closes 26 February 2027. Applications may close early once seats are filled.

Application fee: $40 CAD for Canadian applicants and permanent residents, $80 CAD for international applicants; non-refundable, paid by Visa or Mastercard through the Future Student Account.

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