University Consortium Year 1 Program

The University Year 1 Consortium Program (UP) is a one-year, community-based university preparation program offered at Six Nations Polytechnic in partnership with six leading Ontario universities.

UP allows you to complete your first year of a Bachelor of Arts degree close to home, in a small, supportive, and culturally grounded learning environment, while earning transferable university credits that can be applied toward Year 2 admission at partner universities.

This program is ideal for students who want to:

• Start university in a supportive setting
• Stay connected to community, culture, and language
• Build confidence and academic skills before transferring
• Explore future careers in social sciences, education, Indigenous studies, and social work

What You’ll Learn
UP combines university-level academic courses with Indigenous knowledge, language, and community-based learning. Courses focus on:

• Social Sciences – sociology, psychology, social work, and community studies
• Indigenous Studies – Indigenous history, contemporary issues, governance, and worldviews
• Language & Culture – Cayuga or Mohawk language and cultural foundations
• Academic Skills – writing, research, critical thinking, and university readiness

You’ll develop the skills needed to succeed at university while learning in ways that are relevant, meaningful, and connected to real-world issues.

Why Choose UP?
✔ Earn up to 30 transferable university credits
✔ Learn in small classes with personalized support
✔ Stay close to home while starting university
✔ Build confidence through one-on-one advising and transition support
✔ Learn through culture, language, and community-based approaches
✔ Explore career pathways before committing to a major

2026 Fall/Winter Class Schedule

Know your schedule before you apply! Each course is worth 3-units of study, and students may enroll in up to 30-units of study for a full course schedule as seen below: