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ISAP learning communities
2025/26
- Term 1: Fall term registration (Sept-Dec)
- Term 2: Winter term registration (Jan-April)
Medicine Wheel 1 LC
SCIENCE AND HEALTH SCIENCE
Medicine Wheel LC courses include exciting pre-requisites and foundational courses for programs focused on natural science, applied science, and health science.
Select 2-5 courses from the following courses:
- Math 102 (Pre-Calculus)
- INTS 102 (Essential Skills for Studying Science)
- Biology 121
- English 113
- Psychology 120
- Indigenous Studies 107
- Computer Science 140
*Students interested in applying to the College of Nursing or College of Engineering in their second year of studies should select courses after reviewing current admissions requirements for those colleges.
Star Blanket 1
Social Sciences and humanities
Star Blanket LC courses include exciting pre-requisites and foundational courses for social sciences and humanities degree programs, as well as for application to professional colleges such as Law and Social Work.
Select 2-5 courses from the following courses:
- English 113
- Women’s and Gender Studies 112
- Psychology 120
- Indigenous Studies 107
- History 165
- Math 101
Willow Hoop 1 LC
FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS
Willow Hoop LC courses include exciting pre-requisite and foundational courses with a focus on Fine and Performing Arts.
Select 2-5 courses from the following courses:
- English 113
- Drama 118 (Acting)
- Art 141 (Sculpture)
- Linguistics 114
- Math 101
- Computer Science 140
STEM Prep - Medicine Wheel 1 LC
PREPARATION FOR STUDYING SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, MATH AND HEALTH
STEM Prep is for students that are missing high school science courses needed to study in a science, technology, engineering, math, agriculture, or health science degree program.
The STEM Prep – Medicine Wheel LC includes weekly gatherings led by Indigenous Peer Mentors, facilitated ISAP study groups, and free tutorial support from ISAP’s Developmental Mathematics Proctor.
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Select 2-5 courses from the following courses:
- Chemistry 90
- Biology 90
- Physics 90
- Math 102 (Pre-Calculus)
- INTS 102 (Essential Skills For Studying Science)
- Computer Science 140
- History 165
*Students interested in applying to the College of Nursing or College of Engineering in their second year of studies should select courses after reviewing current admissions requirements for those colleges.
Pre-Nursing - Medicine Wheel 1 LC
PRE-NURSING REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITH BIO 30, CHEM 30, AND MATH 30
The Pre-Nursing – Medicine Wheel LC includes the courses needed for admission into the College of Nursing at USASK. This pathway is intended for students WITH Bio 30, Chem 30, and Math 30.
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Select 2-5 courses from the following courses:
- Indigenous Studies 107
- Women’s and Gender Studies 112
- Nutrition 112
- Psychology 120
- History 165
- Math 102 (Pre-Calculus)
*Students interested in applying to the College of Nursing in their second year of studies should select courses after reviewing current admissions requirements for those colleges.
Pre-Nursing Prep - Medicine Wheel 1 LC
PRE-NURSING REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITHOUT BIO 30, CHEM 30, AND MATH 30
The Pre-Nursing – Medicine Wheel LC includes the courses needed for admission into the College of Nursing at USASK. This pathway is intended for students WITHOUT Bio 30, Chem 30, and Math 30.
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Select 2-5 courses from the following courses:
- Chemistry 90
- Biology 90
- Women’s and Gender Studies 112
- INTS 102 (Essential Skills For Studying Science)
- Math 102 (Pre-Calculus)
- History 165
*Students interested in applying to the College of Nursing in their second year of studies should select courses after reviewing current admissions requirements for those colleges.
Medicine Wheel 2 LC
NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
Medicine Wheel 2 LC courses include exciting pre-requisites and foundational courses for programs focused on natural science and applied science pathways.
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Select 2-5 courses from the following courses:
- Geology 121
- Biology 120
- Math 110
- Political Studies 111
- Computer Science 141
- Cree 110
*Students interested in applying to the College of Nursing or College of Engineering in their second year of studies should select courses after reviewing current admissions requirements for those colleges.
Medicine Wheel 3 LC
HEALTH AND LIFE SCIENCES
Medicine Wheel 3 LC courses include exciting pre-requisites and foundational courses for Bachelor of Science, biomedical science and health science programs.
Select 2-5 courses from the following courses:
- Biology 120
- Chemistry 112
- Psychology 121
- Sociology 112
- English 120
- Stats 244
- Math 110
*Students interested in applying to the College of Nursing or College of Engineering in their second year of studies should select courses after reviewing current admissions requirements for those colleges.
Star Blanket 2 LC
SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES
Star Blanket 2 LC courses include exciting pre-requisites and foundational courses for social science and humanities degree programs, as well as for application to professional colleges such as Law and Social Work.
Select 2-5 courses from the following courses:
- Sociology 112
- Psychology 121
- Geology 121
- Political Studies 111
- English 120
- Cree 110
- History 195
Willow Hoop 2 LC
FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS
Willow Hoop 2 LC courses include popular fine and preforming arts courses offered in a small cohort model, with weekly gatherings led by Indigenous Peer Mentors.
Select 2-5 courses from the following courses:
- English 120
- Cree 110
- Geology 121
- History 195
- Studio Art Elective
- Art 151 (Printmaking)
- Art 161 (Photography)
- Drama Elective
- Drama 111 (Indigenous Performance Methods)
- Drama 119 (Acting 2)
Pre-Nursing - Medicine Wheel LC
PRE-NURSING COURSE REQUIREMENTS
The Pre-Nursing – Medicine Wheel LC includes the courses needed for admission into the College of Nursing at USASK.
Select 2-4 courses from the following courses:
- Biology 120
- Women’s And Gender Studies 112
- English 120
- Nursing 120
- Stats 244
*Students interested in applying to the College of Nursing in their second year of studies should select courses after reviewing current admissions requirements for those colleges.
ISAP common courses
2025/26
The following courses are available to Indigenous Arts and Science students at any level of study and can be taken as individual electives. In each case, ISAP either holds seat reservations in a large course, or offers a small cohort offering of the class.
An introduction to the concepts and issues relating to contemporary sculpture. This combined lecture/studio class encourages a wide exploration of materials while focusing on basic formal and compositional skills.
Opt-in OnlineThis course provides beginning undergraduate students with a core set of essential skills and academic strategies to bring their personal strengths forward for success in science and related professional programs. Key topics which will be explored through a combination of lecture and experiential learning include the nature of science, methods of discovery and communication in science, methods of teaching and evaluation used in the sciences, writing for the sciences, and forms of reasoning and argumentation (including mathematics) that are foundational to scientific literacy.
Opt-in OnlineThis introductory course discusses mathematical ideas essential for the study of calculus. Topics include: the fundamentals of algebra; functions, their properties and graphs; polynomial and rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions; trigonometric properties.
Opt-in OnlineEstablish skills for success in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) subjects common to degrees in Bachelor of Science, Engineering, Agriculture & Bio resources, Professional Health Science, and Science Education programs.
ISAP’s preparatory STEM Accelerator courses are designed for students who want to pursue a degree in science or a related professional program but lack high school prerequisites, or have been away from school for > 3 years and would benefit by refreshing their subject knowledge.
These courses are weighted at 3 credit units each, but do not contribute to degree requirements. They are preparatory courses that build skills for success in 100-level courses in each discipline and stand in place of a 30-level prerequisite required by all academic and professional programs at USask. These courses are prioritized for Indigenous students, and offered in small cohort classrooms in Fall Term.
90 levels can be taken separately or in combination, and can be applied toward a preparatory STEM Accelerator Certificate.
Opt-in Onlinenehiyawetan Let Us Speak Cree! Cree 110 presents the elements of the grammar and vocabulary of Cree as spoken in central Canada and will introduce the oral literary tradition associated with it. Students will work with the Cree Sound System and learn how to read and pronounce the Cree words given throughout. Students will engage in activities to connect with Indigenous Language and Culture resources within their community.
Opt-in OnlineThis offering of ENG 120 focuses on Indigenous literatures and narratives.
An introduction to the major forms of narrative literature in English. In addition to learning the tools of critical analysis, students will study and practice composition through creative written work.
Opt-in OnlineWhat does it mean to be a citizen in Canada today? How can individuals be effective citizens within Canadian democracy? This course introduces students to political participation and activism in Canada. Topics include the Canadian political system, political culture and identity, the role of media, political rights and duties, political representation, Québécois nationalism, Indigenous self-government, political socialization, and the role of Canada and Canadians in the world.
Opt-in OnlineThis offering of Geology 121 focuses on local geological examples while developing critical understanding of Earth processes and Earth materials in small cohort lecture and lab sections that prioritize hands-on and experiential approaches to teaching and learning.
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