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Bachelor of Arts in Great Books St. Thomas University St. Thomas University, Canada

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CAD 19354

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 55

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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89

TOEFL

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70%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Great Books studies texts written by some of the world’s most influential and original thinkers. It aims to investigate life’s big questions through a wide range of materials—old and new alike—to help students better understand themselves and the world.  

Great Books at STU
In Great Books students encounter different subjects, genres, and modes of inquiry. Courses use a variety of texts—from novels, works of history, poems, autobiographies, and Supreme Court cases—to investigate themes like freedom, human nature, love and friendship, and technology. Our small classes are team-taught by two professors to promote discussion and debate and provide a diversity of views and perspectives. 

What sets STU’s Great Books Program Apart?

  • Our Great Books program is one of few in Canada and is one of the only programs that allows students to complete a major or honours in the field.  
  • Courses in Great Books are team-taught by two professors which creates a collaborative and engaging learning environment.
  • As an interdisciplinary program, Great Books students complete a second major which provides an education that’s diverse in knowledge, experience, and skills.  
  • Students benefit from faculty expertise in early modern political thought, Shakespeare, Kierkegaard, ancient political thought, and the Catholic intellectual tradition. 
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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 7 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 89
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 61

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

6.5 IELTS Score
89 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
61 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

19354

Tuition Fee
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CAD 55

Application Fee
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11000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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Scholarships

Chancellor's International Scholarship

Value: Full International Tuition
Number: 1
Criteria: Awarded annually to top-ranking International students entering first year. Selection will be based on academic excellence, with attention given to leadership qualities. Students must maintain a minimum annual average of 3.7. For further information on renewal criteria, see Section 4. Renewal Criteria.

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