The BA History at the University of British Columbia offers you a profound exploration into the forces that have shaped human societies across time and continents. If you are driven by a curiosity to understand the complexities of the past and their impact on the present, this undergraduate degree is designed for you. You will develop critical analytical skills by examining diverse historical evidence, from ancient civilizations to contemporary global issues, including the history of science and Indigenous peoples of Canada. This program equips you with the intellectual tools to interpret historical narratives and understand the relationship between ideas, actions, and institutions.
This full-time, on-campus program, studied over four years, immerses you in historical inquiry through a structured curriculum that progresses from broad surveys to specialised topics. You will engage with subjects ranging from Modern Latin American History and Tudor England to the History of Medicine and Disease, culminating in advanced seminars and a potential research project. Throughout your studies, you will work alongside faculty experts, honing your research, writing, and argumentation skills. Graduates of the BA History program at UBC are well-prepared for further academic pursuits or careers in fields such as archival work, policy analysis, education, and journalism.