Programs

Get a broad liberal arts education with Athabasca University’s Bachelor of Arts (General). The general Bachelor of Arts program concentrates on two major areas of study: The humanities focus on the manifestations...

Anthropology, in its broadest sense, is the study of what it is to be human. The discipline differs from all others that study human beings because it is holistic, historic, global and comparative. It helps us understand...

The English program at Athabasca University explores a wide range of literary works from diverse genres, countries and historical periods. In this program you will do the following: analyze forms, styles and ideas of a v...

Learn how to communicate effectively in both oral and written French as you learn about the literature and culture of France, Quebec and other Francophone areas. You will gain a thorough understanding of French pronuncia...

The social changes of our era are part of a longer, more complex process; the study of history puts current issues and events into context. The history program at Athabasca University will help you see contemporary event...

Study the manifestations of what makes us human, such as culture, literature, history, art and philosophy. Humanities at Athabasca University is an interdisciplinary program that draws upon a variety of academic areas, i...

Labour Studies is an interdisciplinary program that assesses the place of labour and working people in society. Courses draw on history, sociology, political economy, women's studies, industrial relations and other field...

Political Economy is concerned with the interplay between politics, society and economics. It explains the crucial role of political factors in determining economic outcomes. Athabasca University’s Political Economy pr...

Political Science is the study of power, authority and governance in human affairs. In today’s world, these areas are rapidly changing and becoming more complex, with a range of public, private and non-governmental ins...

Psychology focuses on the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. Athabasca University’s online Psychology program is designed to develop or expand your knowledge of this field. The courses will provid...