- Level
- 3-Year Bachelor Degree
- Duration
- 3 year Bachelor Degree
- Open intakes
-
Off-shoreJan 2027, May 2027
- Field
- History and Philosophy
- Institution
- Public University
- Offer speed
- Average Offer Speed10–15 days
- Next deadline
- 2027-01-01
Program overview
The general three year arts degree, allowing students to build a programme across humanities and social science subjects rather than committing to a single major, with breadth requirements ensuring coverage across disciplines.
The route suits two groups: students genuinely undecided about a major who want a year to explore before specialising, and students whose priority is a recognised Canadian bachelor’s degree in the shortest full length format. Both are legitimate, and Apply Study Visa counsellors can advise which applies to you.
No CIP code check applies to Bachelor of Arts, because the field of study requirement covers non degree credentials rather than degrees. Undergraduate study such as Bachelor of Arts does not carry spousal open work permit eligibility under the rules now in force, which married applicants should factor in from the start. Every work permit decision rests with Canadian immigration authorities, and Apply Study Visa confirms the position for Bachelor of Arts in writing before you pay any deposit.
Candidates present Grade 12 / High School with 65 percent, plus IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6 for Bachelor of Arts. Tuition for Bachelor of Arts is recorded at CAD 18,090 for the year, with a CAD 80 application fee, and the programme runs 6 intake windows across the cycles listed here. Apply Study Visa handles the Bachelor of Arts application, the attestation letter, the deposit and the study permit as one process.
What it costs per year · indicative
Living cost is an estimate; tuition is the institute's published international fee. We confirm exact, current figures before you pay anything.
Do you qualify?
These are the published minimums. Whether your profile fits — with your marks, gap and budget — is exactly what a free counsellor check confirms.
Admission requirements
Who can apply (guide for international students):
- Education: Grade 12 / High School with a minimum of 65 percent.
- English (meet any one): IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6; PTE Academic 59 overall with no component below 50; TOEFL iBT 80 total with no section below 20; Duolingo English Test 120.
- English waiver: No English proficiency exam waiver is offered for this institution.
- Application: Application fee CAD 80. A non refundable tuition deposit is required to confirm the seat and to trigger the provincial attestation letter.
- Work permit: No CIP code check applies to Bachelor of Arts, because the field of study requirement covers non degree credentials rather than degrees.
- Study permit: Apply Study Visa provides the institution designated learning institution number and completes the submission with you.
English requirements
Documents you'll need typical · we confirm yours
- Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets and certificates
- English test scorecard (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) or MOI certificate
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Financial proof — bank statement / loan sanction + GIC
- Passport-size photographs
- Study-gap affidavit or work-experience letter (if applicable)
Getting documents right is the #1 reason applications succeed or get refused — our team checks every file before submission.
Career opportunities
Typical destinations for graduates:
- Administrative Officer: public and private sector roles
- Communications Assistant: writing and coordination work
- Community Programme Worker: non profit organisations
- Customer Experience Coordinator: service sector roles
- Sales and Account Executive: business development
- Graduate Study: with an appropriate concentration
Reality check: a general arts degree signals capability rather than a specific occupation, so students should choose electives with a destination in mind and add work experience alongside.
About Cape Breton University
- Type
- University
- Ownership
- Public
- Rating
- ★ 4.8
- World rank
- #2467
- Reference No.
- O19391556824
