The world needs people with a broad range of knowledge and the ability to think critically, analyze, be creative, problem solve and communicate. No matter what area you specialize in, you’ll walk away with valuable skills and knowledge.

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Irving K. Barber Endowment


Dr. Irving K. Barber wanted to create an outstanding learning environment that prepares students to become better citizens of the world.

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People

At the heart of the Irving K. Barber Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is a group of dedicated and supportive staff and incredibly accomplished faculty members all here to help students make the most of their UBC experience.

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Academic Departments

The Irving K. Barber Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is organized into four departments that are responsible for the programs offered by our faculty.

Community, Culture and Global Studies

Anthropology | Gender and Women’s Studies | Geography | Indigenous Studies | Nsyilxcn Language Fluency

Community, Culture and Global Studies

Anthropology | Gender and Women’s Studies | Geography | Indigenous Studies | Nsyilxcn Language Fluency

Economics, Philosophy and Political Science

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Economics, Philosophy and Political Science

https://epp.ok.ubc.ca/

History and Sociology

History l Sociology

History and Sociology

History l Sociology

Psychology

Psychology

Psychology

Psychology

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We partner with local businesses, governments, and institutions by supporting critical research that helps improve and grow communities. Explore our local and global relationships and community activities. Learn more.

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