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Historical research examines bygone eras to interpret current times and sheds light on contemporary issues through historical context.
Our History program enables students to explore, comprehend, and evaluate different historical periods and transformations. Participants will hone their writing abilities and analytical thinking.
The study of history interprets past events for modern understanding and reveals contemporary relevance through historical patterns. The program allows students to investigate, grasp, and appraise historical developments and evolution. Historical education cultivates excellent writing proficiency and analytical capabilities. Additionally, it fosters intellectual curiosity and discernment to equip students for their future endeavors. Furthermore, the program trains individuals who will pursue careers as academic historians.
The following are minimum requirements for entry into the Bachelor of Arts in History program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
Direct entry applicants are those who have not attended a post-secondary institution or have completed fewer than 24 credit hours at a recognized university or college.
Advanced entry applicants are those who have completed one year (24 credit hours) or more of studies in another faculty at the University of Manitoba or another recognized post-secondary institution.
English language proficiency
IAEP (Intensive Academic English Program): Minimum score required: Pass Level 5/AEPUCE (Academic English Program for University and College Entrance)
IELTS (Academic - computer or paper) or IELTS Indicator: Minimum score required: 6.5 overall; Minimum score of 6.0 in each of the four modules (listening, reading, speaking, writing); and IELTS One Skill Retake results are accepted by the Undergraduate Admissions Office, University of Manitoba
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Assessment) - Online or Test Centre: Minimum score required: 60
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Paper Edition or TOEFL iBT Home Edition (Test of English as a Foreign Language): Minimum score required: Minimum overall score of 86, and Minimum component scores: 20 in Reading, 20 in Writing, 20 in Listening, and 20 in Speaking
Cambridge Assessment English: C1 Advanced: Minimum score required: 180
Cambridge Assessment English: C2 Proficiency: Minimum score required: 180
Pearson Test of English: Minimum score required: 58
Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 120, and Minimum component scores: 105 (Literacy, Comprehension, Production, Conversation)