Dalhousie University

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Contemporary Studies at Dalhousie University offers a deep exploration of how modern life is influenced by ideas, institutions, and cultural transformations. This program invites students to engage with pressing political, scientific, and ethical issues through an interdisciplinary lens, covering a broad timeline from the 19th to the 21st century.

What you'll study

Programme Structure

• Courses draw from various fields, including contemporary political thought, philosophy, and cultural analysis.
• Select electives that align with your personal interests, such as ethics, politics, contemporary art, modern film, digital media, biotechnologies, and concepts of nature and the body.
• The degree can be pursued as a Combined Honours or a Minor, depending on your academic preferences.

Sample course themes

• Narrative and Meta-narrative
• Modern Social and Political Thought: Politics of Recognition
• Apocalypse: The Revolutionary Transformation of Politics and Culture
• Kant and Radical Evil
• Critiques of Modernity
• The Rise of Nietzscheanism

Study abroad option

• Students may have opportunities to study abroad in Berlin, Germany, subject to availability and program requirements.

Curriculum details

For comprehensive information on course offerings, degree requirements, and credit distribution tailored to your chosen path (BA, Combined Honours, or Minor), please consult the program's official curriculum page.

Entry requirements

While specific GRE or GMAT scores are not required for this program, prospective students should consult the admissions guidelines for more details on academic prerequisites.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Contemporary Studies program can pursue a wide range of career paths. The interdisciplinary nature of the degree equips students with critical thinking and analytical skills applicable in various fields, including public policy, education, media, and cultural institutions. Alumni may also find opportunities in research, advocacy, and community development, positioning them well for impactful roles in society.