Canadian Studies (BA)

    Canadian Studies (BA)

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 25,989 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    Canadian Studies (BA)

    About

    Why choose this program?

    Why Canadian Studies at Dalhousie? In this era of globalized exchange, and growing international citizenship and responsibilities, Canadian Studies programs are enjoying a renaissance. Knowing ourselves and understanding our place in the world as Canadians remains an urgent task for students and scholars alike.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Admission requirements

    Minimum admission requirements

    To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria:

    1. Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
    2. Achievement of the minimum average for your program of choice.
    3. Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course).

    Admission to many Dalhousie programs is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

    Program-specific admission requirements

    Bachelor of Arts requirements:

    • Minimum overall average: 70%

    • Academic English 12

    • Four additional academic subjects

    English Program Requirements

    English language testing

    Test: International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

    Minimum score: Overall: 6.5, Bands: 6.0

    Submit a copy of the IELTS Test Form Report via email after you have submitted your application to [email protected] for verification.

    Test: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or TOEFL at Home (online)

    Minimum score: Overall: 90, Bands: 20

    Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from the tester directly.

    Test: Duolingo English Test

    Minimum score: Overall: 120

    Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from Duolingo directly.

    Test: Academic

    Minimum score: Overall: 61, Communicative skills scores: 50

    Request the results be sent to Dalhousie University from the tester directly.

    Career

    Careers

    The interdisciplinary approach of the Canadian Studies program is a great foundation for a wide range of activities and careers, including journalism, business, education and law.

    Possible careers include:

    • policy advisor

    • museum guide

    • librarian

    Future studies could include programs at the graduate or professional level in arts and social sciences, journalism, or law.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    25,989 / year
    Canadian Studies (BA)
    Dalhousie University
    Dalhousie University
    Canada

    Canada, Halifax

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