Overview

A wide range of related courses that promote understanding of the origins and workings of Canadian society can be elected.

Core courses are interdisciplinary, drawing lecturers from several disciplines who discuss or debate a subject from their special perspectives. Non-core courses may be selected from many areas. Canadian Studies tackles controversial issues, like racism, emerging women's roles, problems of working life, First Nations' concerns, Quebec separatism and American domination.

Career Opportunities

Study may lead to a Diploma or Associate of Arts degree. All courses are university-transferable, including transfer to universities that offer further study in Canadian studies. The program from Langara College develops general abilities in research and writing, along with specific understanding of Canadian affairs useful in many careers. Canadian Studies tackles issues like racism, American domination, Quebec nationalism, aboriginal rights and workplace justice. As well, students will develop a capacity for independent, critical thought and related research and writing abilities.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Canadian Literature
Colonies and Conflict: Canada to 1867
Forging a Nation: Canada since 1867
American Power in Canada
Work in Canadian Society

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vancouver, Canada

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Sociology American and Australasian studies View 135 other Bachelors in Sociology in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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110

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80

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Domestic Applicants: BC Grade 12 Graduation (or equivalent) or 19 years of age or older
International Applicants: BC Grade 12 Graduation (or equivalent)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

39040 CAD / year

≈ 39040 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

6586 CAD / year

≈ 6586 CAD / year

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Living costs

Vancouver

Canada

1590 - 2686 CAD / month

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Funding

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