The Bachelor of Arts in History at Brandon University offers students a chance to explore significant historical questions and themes. This program emphasizes the importance of understanding the past to comprehend societal changes and the development of political and social institutions. Students will enhance their reading, writing, and analytical skills, which are essential in today’s information-driven world. The program is designed to prepare graduates for various careers by providing a solid foundation in historical knowledge and critical thinking.
Program structure
The Bachelor of Arts in History program is structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of historical events and their implications. The program length is four years, allowing students to immerse themselves in various historical topics and methodologies.
Key features of the program structure include:
Optional co-op opportunities to gain practical experience.
Access to the Brandon University Archives, which offers a rich collection of historical materials.
Summer employment opportunities for senior history students within the Archives.
This program is designed to be flexible, accommodating students' interests and career aspirations while ensuring a thorough grounding in historical studies.
Featured Experiences
The Bachelor of Arts in History program at Brandon University offers several unique experiences that enhance learning and professional development:
Co-op opportunities that allow students to gain real-world experience in historical research and analysis.
Access to the Brandon University Archives, providing students with hands-on experience in archival research.
Summer employment opportunities for senior students, enabling them to work closely with historical materials and gain valuable skills.
These experiences are designed to enrich the educational journey and prepare students for future careers in various fields related to history.
Career Options
Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in History program can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada. Here are some potential job options:
Archivist: Manage and preserve historical documents and records, ensuring they are accessible for research and public use.
Historian: Conduct research and analysis of historical events, contributing to academic publications and public history projects.
Government Analyst: Work within government agencies to provide historical context for policy-making and public programs.
Journalist: Utilize historical knowledge to inform reporting and storytelling, particularly in areas related to culture and society.
Educator: Teach history at various educational levels, sharing knowledge and fostering critical thinking in students.
These career options highlight the versatility of a history degree and the various sectors where historical expertise is valued.
DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.
For students interested in applying to the Bachelor of Arts - History - Media Arts (Optional Co-op) program at Brandon University, the following Academic Requirements must be met:
Official transcripts/documents must be sent directly from the granting institution or examination authority.
All documents submitted become the property of Brandon University.
Students in their final year of high school must include a letter from the Principal or designate attesting that graduation from high school will occur before the start of University.
Transcripts not in English must be translated by a certified translator along with a note indicating that the translator received documents in a sealed envelope. The original official transcript and the translation must be sent to the Admissions Office.
Secondary School Admission Requirement: Minimum five academic subjects in final year or senior exit exam with an overall average of C or higher on those subjects.
British Patterned Education (GCE): Minimum 2 Advanced (A) levels and 3 Ordinary (O) levels required with an average of C or higher on those subjects.
Two Advanced Subsidiary (AS) levels can be substituted for one Advanced (A) level course.
Certificates from Cambridge International Examinations can be verified in the office. Applicants can send high-quality images of the documents by email.
Pearson results must be sent directly from Pearson Edexcel. School copies will not be accepted.
All other GCE results must be received directly from the examination board. School copies will not be accepted.
International Baccalaureate (IB): International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum overall score of 24 points. The IB Diploma must include at least three Higher Level courses, with the remaining courses at either the Higher Level or the Standard Level.
West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE): C5 or higher in a minimum of five subjects, including English and Mathematics.
Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
For any clarification and support regarding the application process, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.
Language Requirements
At Brandon University, demonstrating English language proficiency is essential for all applicants, regardless of citizenship status or country of origin. The university recognizes various methods to meet the English language proficiency requirement, ensuring that students possess the necessary academic English skills for success in their programs.
There are 12 accepted ways to fulfill this requirement:
Successful completion of a three‐year secondary school program at a school where English is the language of instruction.
Successful completion of three consecutive years of full‐time post‐secondary study at a recognized institution where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.0).
Any combination of three consecutive years of full‐time study in secondary and post‐secondary education at recognized institutions where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.0).
Graduation from a Manitoba high school with at least one Grade 12 English 40S credit with a minimum grade of 70%.
Graduation from a Canadian high school (outside Manitoba) with at least one Grade 12 English credit equivalent to Manitoba 40S with a minimum grade of 70%.
Completion of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Higher Level (HL) English course with a score of four (4) or greater.
Completion of Advanced Placement (AP) English Literature and Composition or Language and Composition with a score of four (4) or greater.
Completion of a recognized secondary school completion exam with minimum final grade in English subject as specified below:
Secondary School Completion Exam
Minimum Score Requirement
Bahamas General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE)
C minimum on English Language
Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE)
C minimum on English Literatures or Communication Studies
General Certificate of Education (GCE)
C minimum on A level English
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
B minimum on English
West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE – results reported through WAEC)
C4 or higher on English Language
Additionally, the following options are available:
Completion of an accredited undergraduate degree from a recognized post‐secondary institution where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.00).
Completion of an accredited graduate degree (minimum two‐year program) from a recognized post‐secondary institution where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.00).
Successful completion of Brandon University’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Tier 4.
Completion of a recognized English Language Assessment Test with the appropriate minimum score:
Test
Undergraduate
Graduate
C1 Advanced (Cambridge English Advanced exam)
176 (minimum 170 each component)
Not Applicable
C2 Proficiency (Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
176 (minimum 170 each component)
176 (minimum 170 each component)
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment)
60
60
CAEL CE (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment)
60
60
DET (Duolingo English Test)
120 overall; minimum 105 on all component scores
120 overall; minimum 105 on all component scores
EAP (English for Academic Purposes at Brandon University)
Successful completion of Tier 4
Successful completion of Tier 4
IELTS (International English Language Testing System - Academic; One Skill Retake results accepted)
6.5 overall; minimum 6.0 on each band
6.5 overall; minimum 6.0 on each band
PTEA (Pearson Test of English Academic)
58
58
TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
86 overall with a minimum score of 20 in each testing section.
86 overall with a minimum score of 20 in each testing section
TOEFL Revised Paper-delivered Test (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Results will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Results will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Examination results must be no more than two years old at the time of submission.
Mature and Home School applicants who cannot demonstrate proficiency through any of the 12 criteria will be assessed on an individual basis in consultation with the University Registrar and Dean of the faculty/school to which they are seeking admission.
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