Bachelor of Arts in History

About this programme

History is the study of the human past as it is constructed and interpreted with human artifacts, written evidence, and oral traditions. It requires empathy for historical actors, respect for interpretive debate, and the skillful use of an evolving set of practices and tools. History is about change and continuity over time and space. Historians gain an understanding of complex cause-and-effect relationships by gathering, organizing and evaluating historical sources from a variety of perspectives. During the course of your studies, you'll gain research capabilities, develop your oral and verbal communication, logical and abstract reasoning skills, and the capacity to think in historical terms. ​As a history graduate, you'll be prepared for career opportunities in areas such as the non-profit sector, the private sector and the business world. A degree in history can also be used as a stepping-stone to graduate studies or another professional degree such as law, business, journalism, government service, or education. Canada: Origins to 1867, Events and Ideas that Shook the World, History of Europe, The World to 1500, ​The Practice of History Use the Undergraduate Student Cost Estimator to calculate your expenses as a first-year student. Undergraduate Student Cost Estimator Study at one of Canada's top research universities in one of the world's most livable cities. Turn learning into experience through undergraduate research, paid work opportunities and entrepreneurial thinking, while building your future in Calgary, Canada's youngest major city and a hub for innovation