Faculty of Arts

Create your own individualized, cutting-edge degree tailored to your interests and future aspirations. The BA in Interdisciplinary Studies provides you with unparalleled opportunities to discover your passions and supports you in building an academic program around your own areas of interest.

The range of possibilities is nearly limitless! 

Whether you're interested in making a positive impact in society, pursuing a career in teaching, becoming an entrepreneur, advocating for nature, working in healthcare, helping others as a social worker or counselor, working for the government, or pursuing research, the BA in Interdisciplinary Studies empowers you to chart your own future.

Open your mind to the humanities!

If you want to understand people, culture and society, get a head start by studying humanities in the Faculty of Arts. This is where you will learn how to focus and communicate your ideas and gain the knowledge, expertise and critical-thinking skills to help you succeed in your chosen field. Our graduates enjoy successful careers in a broad array of areas, including the tech industry, government/public policy, media/public relations, research, education and more.

Explore and take full advantage of the University’s extensive connections to local, national and international organizations such as the CBC, Parks Canada, Global Affairs Canada and the National Capital Commission. Obtain first-hand experience by enrolling in our international exchange programs, CO-OP and undergraduate research programs. Other experience-based learning activities include field trips, volunteering and more. These unique opportunities give humanities graduates in the Faculty of Arts a competitive edge in today’s job market.

Inspired by understanding

Language lies at the core of all human interaction. It is essential to our coexistence, making it possible for individuals, communities, businesses and nations to communicate and exchange ideas, find common ground and work on solutions to the various challenges we face.

Inspired by the understanding that grows from studying languages and literatures at the University of Ottawa, you will discover a whole new way of looking at and appreciating the world while developing the analytical and critical thinking skills you need to clearly focus your ideas and express your arguments effectively and professionally.

You will also gain the understanding and skills you need to succeed in your chosen career by working or completing an internship with one of the university’s partners, including embassies, the Translation Bureau and Library and Archives Canada.

Discover the freedom to express yourself!

The fine and performing arts community at the University of Ottawa is made up of supportive, vibrant, creative and outward-looking artists, mentors and researchers who understand your values and share your passion for artistic expression. They are dedicated to exploring ideas and finding creative ways to connect emotionally with audiences.

Hone your craft and shape your identity in our state-of-the-art facilities, including the ground-breaking LabO theatre, the CreatorSpace and the innovative hybrid Atelier CoFab-Arts Makerspace.