Program highlights
Honours stream
Honours stream — an opportunity for you to select a topic, engage in systematic study under the supervision of a faculty supervisor and produce a scholarly finished project
Scholarship and bursary opportunities — submit an application to receive recognition for your work
Optimize my courses — make the best course choices that will help you build the degree that fits your goals
What can you do with a history degree?
Discover your future with an extensive list of History courses
Understanding the past prepares you for the future. Studying history teaches you to communicate and research in ways that are valuable for a variety of careers. With opportunities for travel, hands-on field work and independent projects, a major in history will help you develop the skills you need to navigate a changing world.
Career possibilities
- Teacher*
- Heritage resources/museum professional
- Journalist
- Lawyer*
- Information management professional
- Public service researcher
* additional education, experience and/or training required
Admission requirements and costs
Curriculum and courses
Questions?
Information about program offerings, admission requirements and the application process can be answered by an admissions and recruitment specialist.
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Study at MRU
Learn about the additional supports and services we have available specifically for:
Indigenous students International students
Rewriting history
Students touring U.S. Civil War sites see how historical accounts change over time
MRU's Archives and Special Collections a direct link to history
Resource is providing unique learning opportunities
Faculty of Arts
Mount Royal offers three bachelor's degrees out of the Faculty of Arts: The Bachelor of Interior Design, Bachelor of Arts — Criminal Justice and the Bachelor of Arts with majors in Anthropology, English, History, Policy Studies, Psychology and Sociology.
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