Bachelor of Arts in Public History
Do you like visiting museums and historic sites? Watching history on film and tv? Reading historical fiction, graphic novels, or other popular accounts of what has happened in the past? Playing historically-based video games like Assassin’s Creed or Red Dead Redemption? Are you interested in making a career working in these areas? If so, then Brandon University’s Public History major might be right for you!
Brandon University offers the following Public History courses:
54.250 Introduction to Public History
54:341 Understanding Archives
54.351 Museums
54:356 Public History in Canada
54.371 Oral History
54.499 Topics in History
All courses provide students with “real world” public history experience and the opportunity to network with professionals from across the field. Coursework and projects are typically developed in collaboration with museums, historic sites, and other public history venues.
Students can choose to complete their entire program in Public History at Brandon University or take a year of study in Media Arts at Assiniboine Community College to hone further technical skills applicable to the field of Public History. Please consult Brandon University’s Course Calendar for more information on degree requirements and options for the Public History major.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.
Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.
Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.
Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.
Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.
Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
73596 CAD
Average Cost of Living: 22895 CAD /year
Application Fee: 140 CAD
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