Study Bachelor of Arts in Science, Technology and Society at University of Alberta in Canada, Faculty of Arts

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

STS explores the interaction of science and technological innovation with the past, present, and future of the wider world. This program will help you think critically about how social, political, and cultural values affect innovation and research, and how innovation and research in turn affects human life. You will gain a fully interdisciplinary experience with courses from Anthropology, Art and Design, Economics, English and Film Studies, History, Sociology, Philosophy, and more. The Faculty of Arts boasts one of the most diverse Arts programs in Canada, offering top quality educational opportunities that prepare students for successful careers in every sector of society. With over 900 distinct courses in the humanities, social sciences, and fine arts, you will find an academic pathway for you. Your studies will be enhanced by the rich insights that our nationally and internationally recognized faculty members bring to the classroom through unique insights drawn from their research and advancement of human knowledge. Academic excellence, innovative problem-solving, and experiential learning opportunities beyond the classroom, such as Community Service-Learning and Arts Work Experience programs, will give you the tools to thrive in a diverse and increasingly complex workplace.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Arts

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

CAD$35,667.00 (US$ 25,637) per year

Books, Supplies and Instruments - 1200.00

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

May 2027

Venue

North Campus

116 St. and 85 Ave.,

Edmonton,

Alberta,

T6G 2R3, Prairie Provinces, Canada

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

CAD$35,667.00 (US$ 25,637) per year

Books, Supplies and Instruments - 1200.00

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2027

Venue

North Campus

116 St. and 85 Ave.,

Edmonton,

Alberta,

T6G 2R3, Prairie Provinces, Canada

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Entry requirements

For international students

All undergraduate applicants, regardless of citizenship status, are required to fulfill language proficiency requirements. The University of Alberta language proficiency policies exist to ensure students have the requisite skills to succeed in the university learning environment. Fulfillment of the listed requirements does not guarantee admission. The University of Alberta reserves the right to use discretion in determining language proficiency. In some cases, additional English language testing, conducted by the Faculty of Extension, may be required. English is the primary language of instruction and communication for all programs at the University of Alberta (excluding our French-language Campus Saint-Jean). All undergraduate applicants to English-speaking and bilingual programs need an adequate level of English Language Proficiency prior to admission regardless of citizenship status or country of origin.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.