The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History at Thompson Rivers University provides students with a deep understanding of past events, civilizations, and cultural transformations that shape the modern world. The program emphasizes critical thinking, research, and analytical skills, preparing students for careers in education, public policy, journalism, law, and archival work. Students engage with historical texts, primary sources, and case studies to explore themes such as global history, political movements, war and conflict, and social change. Graduates are equipped for roles in government, research, writing, and heritage preservation, or they may pursue further studies in law, public administration, or academia.

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Job Title	NOC Code	Salary Range (CAD)	Job Description
Archivists	51101	$50,000 - $100,000	Preserve and organize historical documents and artifacts for museums and government institutions.
Historians	41400	$55,000 - $110,000	Conduct historical research and analysis for academic, corporate, and government sectors.
Journalists	51113	$40,000 - $90,000	Write and report on historical events, political developments, and cultural affairs.
Policy Analysts	41401	$60,000 - $110,000	Analyze historical trends to inform public policy decisions and governmental planning.
Museum Curators	51102	$50,000 - $100,000	Oversee museum collections, exhibitions, and research in historical and cultural institutions.

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Archivists

Historians

Journalists

Policy Analysts

Museum Curators

BA in History