Overview

The Humanities programme at Athabasca University offers a comprehensive exploration of the cultural, historical, and philosophical frameworks that shape our world. This interdisciplinary degree is designed to sharpen critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills through a broad range of academic lenses. Students are encouraged to broaden their perspectives on global affairs while preparing for diverse professional landscapes.

Why Humanities at Athabasca University?

Athabasca University provides a unique, open-learning environment where students can enrol at any time and study from anywhere. The institution is recognised for its high student satisfaction and employment rates, offering a flexible structure that allows learners to balance education with personal commitments. With no fixed start dates and a self-paced approach, the university empowers students to tailor their educational journey to their specific interests and career goals.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 1863 per credit
National fee: CAD 1863 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum draws from various disciplines to provide a versatile education. Modules may include:

Survey of Western Art
Popular Culture and the Media
Reading Novels and Short Stories
Composition
French for Beginners
Early Medieval Europe
Ancient Rome
Philosophy: West and East
World Religions

Careers with Humanities

Graduates are prepared for a wide variety of professional roles in sectors that value communication, research, and cultural awareness. The skills developed during the programme are highly transferable to industries such as government, media, and heritage management. Potential career paths and occupations include:

Policy analyst
Social and community service manager
Museum curator
Human rights officer
International development worker
Heritage manager
Government official
Nonprofit organisation director
Cultural advisor

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Art history

Classics

Cultural studies

Communications studies

History

Literature

Music

Philosophy

Religious studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Next start: monthly. There are no application deadlines for most undergraduate programs.

Language

English

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Athabasca, Canada

Disciplines

Liberal Arts View 5 other Bachelors in Liberal Arts in Canada

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

There are no formal admission requirements for either the 3-year or the 4-year program. All you need is to be 16 or older. You can enrol anytime and start right away, regardless of your previous education.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

55890 CAD / year

≈ 55890 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

55890 CAD / year

≈ 55890 CAD / year

Additional Details

Permanent residents of Alberta: $34,380

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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