History, Faculty of Arts, UBC

The University of British Columbia offers a Bachelor of Arts degree with a Major in History.

Students must take 12 credits from any of the 100- or 200-level courses in History, or the equivalent taken at other institutions. At least 6 of these credits must be at the 200 level.

Students who intend to major in History are advised to include in their program some basic courses in the social sciences, and the appropriate historical surveys of:

• Literature: in the various language departments
• Thought: in the departments of Philosophy, Classical, Near Eastern and Religious Studies, and Political Science
• The Arts: in the departments of Art History, Visual Art and Theory; Theatre, Film and Creative Writing; and the School of Music

Students may declare a Major in History upon attaining Year 3 standing.

Useful links when using this course planning worksheet:
UBC Calendar 
UBC Department Website
BC Transfer Guide
Langara Diagnostic Tests for pre-requisites 

Students who intend to major in History are advised to include in their program some basic courses in the social sciences, and the appropriate historical surveys of:

• Literature: in the various language departments
• Thought: in the departments of Philosophy, Classical, Near Eastern and Religious Studies, and Political Science and in the Program on the Study of Religion
• The Arts: in the departments of Art History, Visual Art, and Theory; Theatre and Film; Creative Writing; and the School of Music
  
  In addition the Faculty of Arts requirements, these are the specific first & second year requirements for this major:

¹At least 6 credits must be at the 200 level

This course planning outline is created by the Langara College Counselling Department and is intended for use only as a guide. It is the student’s responsibility to consult original sources to ensure accuracy.

Updated NOVEMBER 2022