Art History

    Bachelor of Art History at University of British Columbia

    Bachelor of Art History at University of British Columbia

    International students can study the Art History at University of British Columbia across its Vancouver and Okanagan campuses in Canada. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered across its Vancouver and Okanagan campuses. Tuition fees are USD 35,338 / total, and students can apply for the next intake starting on September 1, 2026.

    About Bachelor of Art History

    Examine a wide range of art historical periods and topics, as well as critical theories, while taking into account the constantly extending reach of visual studies in a globalized world. Many fields connect and inform art historical study – you can find a wide variety of courses in other Faculty of Arts departments to complement your studies.

    This program is also offered at UBC's Okanagan Campus
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    Why this program?

    • Learn how to critically engage with and analyze objects, relating them to their specific historical and cultural contexts.
    • Select courses addressing art objects and practices from a broad range of cultural traditions.
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    Disciplines

    Faculty of Arts

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Art History at University of British Columbia

    Entry Requirements

    English-language requirements

    English is the language of instruction at UBC. All prospective students must demonstrate English-language competency prior to admission. There are numerous ways to meet the English Language Admission Standard.

    General admission requirements

    • Graduation from high school
    • Minimum of 70% in Grade 11 or Grade 12 English (or their equivalents)
    • At least six academic/non-academic Grade 12 courses (recommended, but not required)

    UBC considers your grades in all academic Grade 11 and Grade 12 classes, paying special attention to courses that relate to the degree you’re applying to.

    Degree-specific requirements: Arts

    Grade 12
    • A Grade 12 English

    Related courses

    The following subject categories are particularly relevant for this degree. Consider taking courses in these areas in Grade 11 and Grade 12.

    • Language Arts
    • Mathematics and Computation
    • Second Languages
    • Social Studies
    • Visual and Performing Arts

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 65
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 90

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    35,338 / total
    Bachelor of Art History at University of British Columbia
    University of British Columbia
    University of British Columbia
    Canada

    Canada, Vancouver

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