Arts University of Manitoba

Overview

The Arts programme at the University of Manitoba provides a comprehensive foundation in liberal arts, designed to equip students with versatile problem-solving and communication skills. This multidisciplinary course allows learners to tailor their education across various subject areas to meet their specific career goals.

Students can choose from three distinct degree structures depending on their academic and professional objectives. The three-year General degree offers a broad exposure to multiple disciplines, while the four-year Advanced and Honours degrees provide deeper specialisation. The Honours path is specifically designed for those intending to pursue future graduate-level research.

Why Arts at the University of Manitoba?

The University of Manitoba has a long-standing tradition of excellence, having launched its dedicated arts curriculum in 1921. Students benefit from learning under internationally recognised researchers who bring leading-edge expertise directly into the undergraduate classroom environment.

The faculty provides extensive facilities and engagement opportunities, including student leadership roles, advocacy groups, and international exchange programmes. Furthermore, the Arts Co-operative Education Program allows students to alternate academic terms with paid, full-time employment in various professional sectors.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 20400 per year
• National fee: CAD 5600 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

To ensure a well-rounded education, all students must complete foundational requirements across several core areas. Modules may include:

• Humanities
• Social Sciences
• Sciences
• Written English
• Mathematics
• Indigenous Course Content

Students can select from over 40 major and minor subject areas to customise their degree. Modules may include:

• Aboriginal Governance
• Anthropology
• Art History
• Asian Studies
• Canadian Studies
• Catholic Studies
• Central and East European Studies
• Classical Studies
• Criminology
• Economics
• English
• Film Studies
• French
• Russian
• Sociology
• Spanish
• Theatre
• Ukrainian
• Ukrainian Canadian Heritage Studies
• Women's and Gender Studies

Careers with Arts

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of roles in the global economy, utilising their creative and analytical training. The programme serves as a gateway to diverse industries, including public policy, social services, business management, and the creative arts.

Many students use the degree as a stepping stone for entry into professional schools or competitive graduate programmes. Those participating in the co-operative education stream often find employment in fields such as criminology, labour studies, political science, and sociology.