Bachelor of Arts in History

History is our collective memory. History shapes our identity, informing who we are as individuals, communities and nations. In our modern complex and diverse world, the study of history has never been more relevant. Understanding the origins and developments of institutions and ideas, tensions and conflicts, societies and civilizations improves our social awareness and provides insight into the perspectives of others, allowing us to make informed decisions about future courses of action.

Studying history provides students with a tool box of transferable skills that will serve them well in today’s evolving job market. History students are trained to be excellent researchers, tracking down information and communicating their analysis with clarity and confidence. A History degree at UPEI will hone students’ abilities to weigh and assess evidence and expert opinion, to evaluate causes and consequences, and provide them with a foundation from which to develop practical solutions to contemporary problems. Our History graduates are pursuing successful careers in heritage and conservation, law, journalism, education, medicine, social services, policy analysis, business, communications, and digital information management.

Successful completion of Grade 12 examinations in a University Preparatory Program with an overall average of at least 70% (75% for Quebec Secondary V students) or equivalent to high school.

English Language Requirements:

Three years of full-time study in English in Canada or in another country where English is a principal language (as recognized by UPEI); evidence of bilingualism (English and another language) is acceptable for those applicants educated in Canada in a language other than English.

Submission of an official test score at or above the acceptable minimum, such as:

• IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5 with 6.5 in writing no other band below 6;
• TOEFL paper-based test - 550 with minimum TWE of 5.5;
• TOEFL internet-based test - 80 with minimum of 20 in each category;
• Pearson Test of English - 58;
• GTEC CBT - 1176-1250.

Deadline:

Documentation for all applicants should be complete by 1 August, if applying to the Fall semester, or by 1 December, if applying to the Winter semester.