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Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Sociology] From The University of British Columbia

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Bachelor of Arts [B.A] (Sociology)

4 years
Full Time
Co Op & On Campus

Field of Study

$8,494 /Yr

CA$11,797 /Yr
  • The Sociology BA program:
    • - Examines social and cultural life in human societies, past and present
    • - Studies individual lives within social groups and networks
    • - Explores linkages between societies and topics such as:
      •     - Inequality
      •     - Gender and sexuality
      •     - Race and ethnicity
      •     - Law and criminal activity
      •     - Immigration
      •     - Families
    • - Analyzes human behavior shaped by society and its effects on social contexts
    • - Contexts include:
      •     - Informal groups
      •     - Families
      •     - Classrooms
      •     - Work organizations
      •     - Cultures
      •     - Societies
    • - Investigates effects of social categories on human behavior
    • - Employs various research methods:
      •     - Historical analysis
      •     - Participant observation
      •     - Surveys
      •     - Field and laboratory experiments
  • The program provides a comprehensive understanding of human social behavior, social structures, and institutions, preparing students for careers in social services, research, policy, and more.

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$8494 (CAD 11797)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Room And Board$8910 (CAD 12375)
Total Cost$8910 (CAD 12375)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Acceptance Rate 45-55%
Requirements

Academic Eligibility

  • 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)

Indian Eligibility

  • Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior secondary school: Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded on completion of Standard XII.
ELP Requirements
  • IELTS:  6.5 overall with a minimum 6.0 in each component.
  • TOEFL: Minimum score of 90 on the iBT (Internet-Based Test) with no section below 21.
  • PTE: Minimum score of 65 overall with a minimum 60 in each component.
Offer Acceptance time shortly after receiveing all of the grade information

Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

65 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

125 / 160

Avg. Score in

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Ranking

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Times Higher Education logo
Social Studies 27 out of 997 in Global Ranking
( #2 out of 31 in Canada 2024)

QS World University logo
Social Studies 22 out of 350 in Global Ranking
( #2 out of 16 in Canada 2024)

VISA & Work Study

VISA

  • Student Visa and Visitor Visa (Optional) is required to study in Canada. 
  • The student visa is a document that the Canadian government issues that allow foreign nationals to study at institutions in Canada.
  • A student visa is usually valid for the length of the student’s study program, plus an extra 90 days. The 90 days lets the student prepare to leave Canada or apply to extend their stay.
  • The cost of the student visa is 112 USD.
  • The students need these documents to apply for a student visa:
    • Proof of acceptance i.e The offer letter that the student received from the university.
    • Proof of identity 
    • Proof of financial support i.e Documents showing the financial status.
  • Student Visa Process:
    • Apply for admission with a DLI, pay the tuition fees, and receive an acceptance letter from the DLI.
    • Check if a study permit is required. eTA is required for all international applicants who wish to travel to Canada.
    • Prepare all the documents required for applications
    • Purchase GIC
    • Apply for the applications
    • Undertake the medical exams
    • Schedule biometric appointment and interview.

Work Study

  • Students can work for 20 hours per week during the regular academic year and full-time during scheduled breaks.
  • If their program does not have scheduled breaks, the students will be limited to working 20 hours per week. 
  • An immigration officer may apply conditions on the type of work students may perform.
  • For example, they must pass an immigration medical examination before they begin work in health care, child care, or primary or secondary education.

Career and Placement after Course

There are many career paths that can combine your academics, skills, and experience with your different interests, including:

  • Addictions counsellor
  • Behavioural therapist
  • Census area manager
  • Charitable organization director
  • Child and youth worker
  • Communications manager
  • Community development worker
  • Social science statistician
  • Student services counsellor
  • Market researcher
  • News analyst

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
UBC Vantage One Excellence AwardScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Philip L. Brocking AwardScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Karen McKellin International Leader of Tomorrow AwardScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
UBC Donald A. Wehrung International Student AwardScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
UBC Outstanding International Student AwardScholarship per student$ 18,000/Yr$25,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
UBC International Major Entrance ScholarshipsScholarship per student$ 14,400/Yr$20,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific


Comments


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anna pianga
Hi Am a school principal and would like to study masters in Human Resource Management at UBC. I have degree in Applied Science and a Post Graduate Dipoma in Education. Am from Papua New Guinea, a country North of Australia Am eligible to apply?
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Arman Mulla

No, the University of British Columbia (UBC) does not offer a Master of Science (MS) degree specifically in Human Resource Management.

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grace idachaba
Hello. I am Grace Idachaba from Nigeria. I have completed my bachelors of science in Nursing (4 year course) in Norther Cyprus. I graduated in July of 2023. I have no other experience apart from the internship placements we had during our time in school. This is due to the language barrier we face here (Turkish). Am I still elidgible to apply for the MSc in Nursing program at UBC?
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Karan Gupta

Yes, You can apply for the program. Academic Eligibility are:

  • Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • A GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 is required to be eligible for the program.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program. For more information, You can check here.

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sharvari bhat
Hello I am Sharvari Bhat from India. I have completed my bachelor's in pharmacy and masters in pharmacology. Have 4 months of work experience in Nivea as a trainee formulator and currently working at Tata memorial cancer research center as a researcher. Kindly guide me for the application procedures
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Karan Gupta

You can apply for admission to UBC through their online application portal. You need to fulfill all the admission requirements and submit mandatory documents on the portal. You can check on UBC admissions

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