United States Studies Program By University of British Columbia |Top Universities
Tuitionfee

152,208 CADTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Public PolicyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Public Policy

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

This program will significantly increase your understanding of the United States and its institutions and policies. Your coursework will span topics in economics, political science, history, and more. The U.S. Studies program offers an exciting interdisciplinary program through the collaboration of the departments of Political Science, Economics, and History. You will combine coursework across departments and gain an in depth understanding of U.S. politics, economics, and history. You will take courses in areas as diverse as the Presidency, African-American history, and American foreign policy. The program will provide Canadian government, corporations, and other institutions with graduates who have an excellent understanding of the U.S. and Canada-U.S. relations, and allow them to respond to employment opportunities across North America.

Program overview

Main Subject

Public Policy

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

This program will significantly increase your understanding of the United States and its institutions and policies. Your coursework will span topics in economics, political science, history, and more. The U.S. Studies program offers an exciting interdisciplinary program through the collaboration of the departments of Political Science, Economics, and History. You will combine coursework across departments and gain an in depth understanding of U.S. politics, economics, and history. You will take courses in areas as diverse as the Presidency, African-American history, and American foreign policy. The program will provide Canadian government, corporations, and other institutions with graduates who have an excellent understanding of the U.S. and Canada-U.S. relations, and allow them to respond to employment opportunities across North America.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

6+
+
90+
24+

Basic requirements for students from international high schools: Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior secondary school. No specific courses required beyond those needed for general admission.

Jan-2000

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

21,600 CAD
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International Students

152,208 CAD
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