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Landmark Works of Western Culture (Certificate)

Université Laval

Québec, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #526 =

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Landmark Works of Western Culture (Certificate) is a certificate in Humanities & Cultural Studies programme offered by Université Laval in Québec, Canada. The programme runs for 1 year. Tuition for international students is CAD 903 per credit (CAD 134 per credit for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies
Duration: 1 year
Local tuition: CAD 134 / credit
International tuition: CAD 903 / credit

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: ulaval.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Certificate in Landmark Works of Western Culture at Université Laval builds general knowledge through the close reading of works that have shaped Western civilization. Learning is discussion-based and spans six areas: philosophy, literature, science, religion, history and politics. The 30-credit programme is designed for full-time completion in about one year, part-time study is possible, and up to 15 credits of prior learning may be recognized. Courses can be offered at a distance or in hybrid format. Admission is open to Quebec DEC holders; applicants from the rest of Canada with a secondary diploma plus one year of university study, assessed on the quality of the academic record; and international applicants with 13 years of pre-university education, 12 years plus one year of post-secondary study, or an equivalent credential such as a French baccalauréat. Non-francophone applicants must meet the university's French-language requirement. The certificate admits students in the Fall and Winter terms.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Quebec DEC holders qualify with any DEC; applicants from the rest of Canada need a secondary diploma plus one year of university study, with the application assessed on the quality of the academic record; international applicants need 13 years of pre-university education, 12 years plus one year of post-secondary study, or an equivalent credential such as a French baccalauréat or Belgian certificate. Non-francophone applicants must pass the Test de connaissance du français tout public with a score of at least 361/699 on the mandatory sections and at least 8/20 on the written expression section.

Application Details

Start Date: September and January

About Université Laval

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1852
Students: 56,000
QS rank: #526 =
Programs: 543
Location: Québec, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Landmark Works of Western Culture (Certificate) award?

Université Laval awards a Certificate in the field of Humanities & Cultural Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does Landmark Works of Western Culture (Certificate) take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does Landmark Works of Western Culture (Certificate) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 903 per credit (CAD 134 per credit for local students).

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