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286 Master's degrees in Humanities in Canada
History
The History 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 develops advanced research skills. Students explore diverse thematic fields while preparing for professional careers in academia and the public sector.
Classics
The Classics program at Brock University is distinct because of its young, dynamic and engaged faculty.
French
The Graduate Program in French Studies at the University of British Columbia offers a dynamic curriculum that focuses on a contextualized understanding of the languages, literatures, and cultures of France, Québec and the Francophone world. Students may specialize in literature or linguistics, or propose a research program combining both fields.
Classical Studies
Classical Studies at University of Waterloo offers you the opportunity to explore and enjoy the ancient cultures of Greece and Rome. Whether your interests lie in the people themselves, or in their art, their literature, their history, as long as you want to learn more about the great classical forerunners of western culture, our Department has much to offer you.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
A graduate program in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from Mount Saint Vincent University will prepare you with the skills to facilitate the learning and teaching of English as an additional language.
History
Graduate students at University of Waterloo are members of the Tri-University History Program, which provides you with access to the resources of The University of Guelph and Wilfrid Laurier University, in addition to those already available at UW.
Classics
Classics at McMaster University is the study of the cultures of the ancient Mediterranean, especially Greece and Rome, and as such it embraces a number of disciplines, including history, archaeology, philosophy, and literature; primary sources in Latin and Ancient Greek are used throughout.
Linguistics
The program in Linguistics at the University of Regina offers graduate work leading to a special case MA degree for students who have completed a B.A. Honours degree in linguistics, or equivalent.
Linguistics
Interdisciplinary Humanities combines the disciplines to analyze significant aspects of Western culture, including those that are rooted in, are impacted by, and/or are challenges to a Christian world view. Learn more with Linguistics from Trinity Western University.
Interdisciplinary Studies - Global Change
Participate in an interdisciplinary online master’s program in Interdisciplinary Studies - Global Change at Athabasca University that integrates theories, methods and practices from the arts, humanities and social sciences.
Philosophy
This Philosophy master programme is offered at Toronto Metropolitan University. The close connections with industry, government and community partners provide opportunities to apply your knowledge to real-world challenges and make a difference.
History
The History 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.
Religion and Cultures
The Religion and Cultures M.A. at Concordia University Montréal is a two-year postgraduate programme available through full-time study. This degree explores the intersection of global traditions and modern society. Students can choose between thesis or course-based streams to suit their specific academic and professional goals.
Community Health and Humanities
The goal of Memorial University of Newfoundland's Division of Community Health and Humanities is to promote health in society by developing an understanding of factors that contribute to health and illness, building the capacity to create change, creating "new" knowledge, sharing and engaging in research in and with the community, and serving as a resource for the community.
Theological Studies
Study the Bible, Christian theology, church history, and the practice of ministry in an interdisciplinary and ecumenical setting with a distinctive Anabaptist-Mennonite perspective. Explore current scholarship and examine contemporary issues with Theological Studies program at University of Waterloo.
Lifelong Learning
The Masters programs in Studies in Lifelong Learning at Mount Saint Vincent University prepare students with knowledge and skills to take leadership roles as lifelong educators.

Philosophy
Dalhousie University’s Master of Arts (MA) in Philosophy is a small, selective programme designed for students with a strong undergraduate background in philosophy. It offers a close-knit academic environment, students benefit from personalized attention and mentorship and a solid foundation for success in top PhD programmes or careers in law, medicine, diplomacy, and academia.

Classics
Students in Dalhousie University’s Master of Arts in Classics programme will experience an intimate, collegial, and intellectually rigorous environment for graduate-level work on aspects of the ancient, late-ancient, or medieval world.
Classical Languages
The Classical Languages program at University of Alberta offers the MA degree in the separate disciplines of History, Classics, and Religious Studies, as well as an MA in Ancient Societies and Cultures with an interdisciplinary focus.
French Language and Literature
The French Language and Literature program at McGill University offers a particularly friendly and stimulating environment for students who wish to do a master's or a doctorate in the vast field of French-language literatures, literary theories or literary translation.