Academic Programs and Supports
You may choose from a variety of academic programs at Carleton and will likely find a program that sparks your interest. This section describes some examples of the academic programs you can take at Carleton.
Academic Programs
The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences aims to inspire, challenge and empower you to help shape our ever-changing world. You can choose from Bachelor of Arts majors, including:
- Canadian Studies
- French
- History
- Language and Linguistics
- Philosophy
- Women’s and Gender Studies
You can also choose from degree programs in:
- Cognitive Science
- Global and International Studies
- Humanities
- Music
The School of Indigenous and Canadian Studies, part of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, encourages new, critical and interdisciplinary ways of exploring Canada and diverse peoples, places and practices. You may elect to complete a Minor in Indigenous Studies, through completion of courses that employ innovative approaches to learning and research in First Nations, Inuit and Métis:
- communities,
- histories,
- cultures,
- social and political systems and
- contemporary realities.
The Faculty of Engineering and Design offers an extensive range of programs within 4 broad areas of study: Architectural Studies, Engineering, Industrial Design, and Information Technology. You can graduate with the knowledge to design:
- Buildings
- Aircraft
- Software
- Telecommunications systems
- Medical devices
- Environmental solutions to pollution
The Faculty of Public Affairs seeks students who want to create and bring positive change to the world around them. Carleton’s location in the nation’s capital offers you unparalleled access to the federal government and non-governmental organizations. You can choose from Bachelor of Arts majors, such as Criminology and Criminal Justice, and Law and Legal Studies, or from degree programs in:
- Journalism
- Communication and Media Studies
- Public Affairs and Policy Management
- Social Work
Carleton also has graduate courses in Indigenous Policy and Administration.
The Faculty of Science is home to internationally renowned researchers who have a passion for sharing their expertise with students. From the start of your first year, you will be engaged in hands-on learning in state-of-the-art labs. You can choose from a variety of majors within the Bachelor of Science program or from separate degree programs like:
- Computer Science
- Health Sciences
- Mathematics
The Sprott School of Business delivers a world-class business education and student experience, and is home to a tight-knit community that offers you a ready-made network. Sprott offers both a Bachelor of Commerce degree program (with 8 concentrations to choose from) and a Bachelor of International Business degree program.
View all of Carleton’s academic programs.
Academic Supports
The following are some of the academic services that can help you achieve your goals at university.
The Centre for Student Academic Support (CSAS) designs, develops and implements
CSAS also offers Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS). PASS provides a welcoming and supportive environment where facilitators incorporate a variety of engaging activities that show you how to integrate new academic skills with important course content.
Writing Services helps build your academic writing skills through supports that include individual tutoring and study skills workshops.
An Academic Improvement Plan can help you improve your academic standing. You can create a personalized plan with an Academic Advisor to address the root causes of any problems you may face and help you get back on track to achieve your academic goals.
