Yukon College

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Yukon University, formerly Yukon College, is Canada's only university north of the 60th parallel, offering a unique learning environment deeply rooted in northern perspectives and Indigenous knowledge. It is best known for its programs in Northern Studies, Indigenous Governance, Environmental Science, and various trades, all designed to address the specific needs and challenges of the North. For international students, the university provides a welcoming and supportive experience through its dedicated International Student Services, offering assistance with immigration, academic advising, and cultural integration. Students can expect English-taught programs and a close-knit community, making it an ideal place for those seeking a distinctive educational journey in a truly unique Canadian setting.

Background

Yukon University (formerly Yukon College) is a public university in the Canadian territory of Yukon. The university main campus is based in Whitehorse, although the institution also operates 12 campuses throughout the territory. The university confers bachelor's degrees, diplomas, certificates as well as trades and vocational training and adult basic education. The institution is currently the only university based in northern Canada. The institution traces its origins to the Whitehorse Vocational and Technical Training Centre established in 1963; it was renamed as the Yukon Vocational and Training Centre in 1965. The institution operated as a post-secondary education centre, providing vocational training for its students. During the 1980s, the institution was reorganized as a college. The institution operated as Yukon College until the institution was reorganized into a university in 2020, the first university in any of Canada's northern territories.

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