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Bachelor of Arts, Humanities Major at Athabasca University

Athabasca University, Canada

Programme overview

Explore the rich tapestry of humanity—be it culture, history, art, or philosophy. Our Humanities degree program is a diverse, interdisciplinary journey that invites you to pull from multiple academic areas to tailor a learning experience that resonates with you.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Duration: As little as 4 years of full-time study  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: Monthly; enrol any time  |  Location: Athabasca, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

Dive into a wide-ranging exploration of human culture and thought with our online humanities degree. With course selections that span art history to philosophy and language, you have the flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests while meeting the core interdisciplinary requirements.

Career pathways

With a Bachelor of Arts, Humanities Major from Athabasca University, the doors are wide open to a range of career paths that value critical thinking, cultural awareness, and effective communication. Whether you're interested in fields like education, journalism, public relations, or social services, this program equips you with the skills and knowledge to navigate diverse professional landscapes confidently.

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Application information

Entry requirements

There are no formal admission requirements for 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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