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286 Master's degrees in Humanities in Canada

University of Regina3,9(49)

Regina, Canada Top 4% in Worldwide

Philosophy

The primary interests of the Graduate Program in Philosophy at the University of Regina are: Aesthetics, Ethics, History of Philosophy - Ancient, Medieval and Modern, Logic, Metaphysics and Epistemology, Philosophy of Language, Philosophy of Law, Philosophy of Mind, Philosophy of Religion, Philosophy of Science, and Social and Political Philosophy.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$21,814/yr

University of British Columbia4,2(210)

Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Children's Literature

The University of British Columbia offers a Master of Arts in Children's Literature (MACL) Program, jointly offered by the Departments of English and Language and Literacy Education, the Creative Writing Program, and the School of Library, Archival & Information Studies.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$7,266/yr

Saint Mary's University4,4(28)

Halifax, Canada

History

The Department of History at Saint Mary's University has strengths in Atlantic Canada, East Asia, the Americas, Britain and Europe from the 16th century to the present.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$12,313/yr

Concordia University Montréal4,2(94)

Montréal, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

English - Creative Writing

The English - Creative Writing programme at Concordia University Montréal is a two-year, thesis-based Master of Arts. Delivered full-time at the Sir George Williams Campus, this 45-credit course allows writers to develop their unique voice and creative vision within a vibrant, artistically-focused urban environment.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$11,428/yr

Carleton University4,4(81)

Ottawa, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Philosophy

Each small incoming class to the Philosophy MA program at Carleton University begins with a pro-seminar to understand relations and interactions between the Department’s two broad strengths in contemporary philosophy: philosophy of mind, language, and knowledge; and moral, social, and political philosophy.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$17,956/yr

University of Alberta4,2(136)

Edmonton, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Linguistics

The Department of Linguistics offers degree programs leading to an MSc in Linguistics at the University of Alberta.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$7,732/yr

Humber Polytechnic4,2(88)

Toronto, Canada

Television Writing and Producing

The Television Writing and Producing graduate certificate programme from Humber Polytechnic prepares you to work in the writers’ rooms of major television programmes and in television production offices as a creative producer.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus

3 years$13,778/yr

University of Ottawa4,1(87)

Ottawa, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

History

At History from University of Ottawa students undertake research in diverse areas corresponding to the expertise and interests of faculty members. The program includes a co-op option at the master's.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$14,291/yr

Simon Fraser University4,1(94)

Burnaby, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Philosophy

The Philosophy Department at Simon Fraser University offers a two-year course-based program designed for students aiming to pursue a PhD in philosophy.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$3,161/yr

York University4,0(147)

Toronto, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

English

The tradition at the English MA program at York University has always been to challenge the idea of tradition itself, to seek out the limits of established ideas, and to attend to new ones. We are proud of our reputation for adventurous, interdisciplinary, and innovative approaches to literature.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1½ year$9,225/yr

University of Northern British Columbia4,2(18)

Terrace, Canada

Interdisciplinary Studies

The Interdisciplinary Studies programme at the University of Northern British Columbia offers M.A. and M.Sc. pathways. This flexible degree allows for full-time study over 24 months, focusing on bridging multiple academic disciplines. Students can choose between course-based or thesis-based options to suit their research goals.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$3,897/yr

Concordia University Montréal4,2(94)

Montréal, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Theological Studies

The Theological Studies programme at Concordia University Montréal is a 45-credit Master of Arts delivered full-time over two years. This degree explores the evolution of Christianity within a pluralistic society. Students engage in advanced research through interdisciplinary lenses, including history, philosophy, and languages.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$11,428/yr

University of Toronto4,1(296)

Toronto, Canada Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Comparative Literature

The Centre for Comparative Literature at the University of Toronto offers the Master of Arts degree program to students qualified to pursue literary studies involving several languages.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$23,427/yr

Western University - Canada4,0(56)

London, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Linguistics

The most salient characteristic of Linguistics from Western University - Canada is its exceptionally strong interdisciplinarity. We conceive of language as by equal measures a system of symbols which people know and use.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$12,027/yr

York University4,0(147)

Toronto, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Education - Language, Culture & Teaching

The Education - Language, Culture & Teaching MEd program at York University reserves the right to require additional course work up to one full course on a case-by-case basis. Such requirements will be specified upon admission and can be taken through existing courses. Candidates will be required to complete such courses before the beginning of their second academic year of study.

M.Ed. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$9,225/yr

University of Winnipeg4,2(43)

Winnipeg, Canada

Religion

The Religion programme at the University of Winnipeg is a collaborative Master of Arts delivered in partnership with the University of Manitoba. This postgraduate degree offers full-time study options, allowing students to access resources and expert supervision across two distinguished institutions in a joint academic format.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$14/yr

Royal Roads University4,0(5)

Online

Interdisciplinary Studies

The Graduate Certificate in Interdisciplinary Studies from Royal Roads University is comprised of the three core courses of the Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies programme. Interdisciplinary studies can be a great fit if you seek answers to complex problems in unique, multidisciplinary ways.

Postgraduate Certificate Part-time Online

1 year$8,008/yr

University of Lethbridge3,7(33)

Lethbridge, Canada Top 9% in Worldwide

English

The English program at University of Lethbridge offers students in a wide range of disciplines the opportunity to earn a master’s degree by writing a thesis and successfully completing a limited number of courses.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$7,676/yr

University of Toronto4,1(296)

Toronto, Canada Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Spanish

The Department of Spanish & Portuguese at the University of Toronto offers graduate courses leading to the Master of Arts in Spanish.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$23,427/yr

University of Toronto4,1(296)

Toronto, Canada Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Germanic Languages and Literatures

The Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures at the University of Toronto is the oldest and largest department of German in Canada encompassing 11 full-time faculty who contribute to a curriculum that speaks to our traditional strength in literary and intellectual history.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$23,427/yr