Civic Governance and Innovation
Introduction
Civic Governance and Innovation is a program taught at University of the Fraser Valley, Canada. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (1 year) options.
The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) Civic Governance and Innovation Certificate is a six-course, 18-credit program. Students study evidence-based decision making, civic governance in British Columbia, changemaking in local government systems, how cities work, and risk tolerance and capacity building in local governance, plus a capstone project in civic governance and innovation.
UFV delivers the certificate part-time in a hybrid format, using a combination of online and in-person courses. The program takes 2–3 years to complete and includes case study analysis and applied projects. Students also complete learning activities such as webinars, workshops, and other in-person and online experiences.
Modules
- CIVI 200
- Evidence-Based Decision Making
- CIVI 202
- Civic Governance in British Columbia
- CIVI 302
- Changemaking in Local Government Systems
- CIVI 311
- How Cities Work
- CIVI 312
- Risk Tolerance and Capacity Building in Local Governance
- CIVI 400
- Capstone Project in Civic Governance and Innovation
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Civic Governance and Innovation at University of the Fraser Valley for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by University of the Fraser Valley.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by University of the Fraser Valley as pre-requiste for admission in Civic Governance and Innovation.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
Students may enter the program without having previously completed university credits. CIVI 200 (Evidence-Based Decision Making) will serve as the prerequisite for other courses in the program. CIVI 200 does not have prerequisites.
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://www.ufv.ca/continuing-education/programs/civic-governance-and-innovation/
More Information
Students must demonstrate proficiency in English, usually assessed through standardized tests such as IELTS or TOEFL. A typical requirement might be an overall IELTS band score of 6.5, with no band lower than 6.0, or a TOEFL score that meets the university's standards. It is recommended that applicants check specific score requirements as they may vary.
Scholarships
51 fully funded scholarships are listed for Canada. See Canada scholarships.