The Associate of Arts in History program at Kwantlen Polytechnic University offers courses which examine history from various perspectives: culturally, socially, politically, and economically. Individuals gain in-depth expertise on different periods, ranging from ancient civilizations to the modern time. At the core of the program are the analytical abilities, research skills, and the capacity to critically evaluate sources and arguments, which are all important attributes in various professional endeavors. This program helps students develop a comprehensive understanding of the implications of historical events on today's society and prepare them for a variety of careers in education, law, government, business and more.

KPU Established by the government of British Columbia in 1981, Kwantlen, now Kwantlen Polytechnic University, has five campuses located in the Metro Vancouver region of British Columbia. KPU offers bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates and citations in more than 140 programs. Almost 20,000 students annually attend courses at KPU campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, Cloverdale, and Civic Plaza.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University currently offers a range of credentials, many of which are completely unique, to successfully meet the evolving needs of regional and global employment markets. Students have the opportunity to bridge certificate and diploma credentials into bachelor's degrees, creating the option of academic and professional enhancement of applied and technical programs.