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Bachelor of Arts, History Major at Athabasca University

Athabasca University, Canada

Programme overview

AU’s History major is designed to not just teach you dates and events, but to equip you with the critical thinking skills needed to make sense of the present

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: Monthly; enrol any time  |  Location: Athabasca, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

Our carefully designed program offers a wide range of courses, covering everything from Canadian and European history to global perspectives, all while meeting rigorous academic standards for both junior and senior-level credits. To complete the program you will need to fulfill all the general requirements of the Bachelor of Arts, plus those specific to your major, minor or concentration.

Career pathways

Unlock diverse career paths with a BA in History from AU. From research and education to roles in government, museums, and cultural organizations, your understanding of historical contexts can be a valuable asset in various professional fields.

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Application information

Entry 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 is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Undergraduate programmes have continuous enrolment: applications are accepted throughout the year and students can start registering for courses as soon as the online application is complete.

There are no application deadlines for most undergraduate programs. Applications go through the online Undergraduate General Application, with part of the process completed in ApplyAlberta; the one-time, non-refundable general application fee is $141 (2026-2027).

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