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286 Master's degrees in Humanities in Canada
History
Historians study the past to better understand the present. They analyze the forces and influences that have affected human experiences and shaped different societies over time. For more than 80 years, our graduate History program from University of British Columbia has promoted this analysis from social, cultural, political, and intellectual perspectives in diverse contexts throughout the world
History
University of Alberta's Department offers the degrees of MA and PhD in the separate disciplines of History, Classics, and Religious Studies, as well as an MA in Ancient Societies and Cultures with an interdisciplinary focus.
Modern Languages Education
At University of British Columbia we offer specialized, individualized and interdisciplinary graduate programs in French immersion, French as a Second or Foreign Language [FSL, FFL], Asia-Pacific and the other Modern Languages Education. These programs involve study in second language curriculum, assessment, second language acquisition, bilingualism and intercultural education.
Theology
The Theology programme at Acadia University is a comprehensive two-year Master of Arts degree designed for advanced research or ministry leadership. Available in full-time and part-time modes, this flexible course offers multiple specialisations to suit your career goals, whether you are pursuing doctoral study or professional roles.
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.
Hispanic Studies
The Graduate Program in Hispanic Studies at the University of British Columbia offers a dynamic curriculum focusing on a contextualized knowledge of the languages, literatures, and cultures of Latin America, Spain and other Spanish-speaking communities within the US and Canada.
Philosophy
The Philosophy MA program at York University focus blends contemporary and historical perspectives and draws inspiration from widely separated philosophical approaches.
Interdisciplinary Studies - Canada, North, and the Globe
The Interdisciplinary Studies - Canada, North, and the Globe program from Athabasca University explores the North in all its productive ambiguity and unique specificity.
English
The MA in English program focuses primarily on English literature. University of Manitoba students will explore a wide range of periods, genres and critical approaches and will have the option either to undertake a scholarly or creative writing thesis or to complete a coursework MA.

French
Earn your Master of Arts in French with courses in the areas of French and francophone literatures and cultures, French and general linguistics, and second-language studies. The Master of Arts in French programme is both a self-contained programme and a first step towards a doctorate degree (PhD).
History
History from Western University - Canada is a one-year, fully-funded program that emphasizes the deep study of history and the development of research, writing, and analytical skills.
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.
English and Film Studies
The English and Film Studies graduate program at the University of Alberta in the Department of English and Film Studies is large and diverse, with internationally recognized strengths in many fields including Canadian literature, Cultural Studies, English literature, American Studies, Gender and Sexuality Studies, Postcolonial Studies, and Modernism.

Creative Writing - Fiction, Creative Non-Fiction, Poetry
The Creative Writing - Fiction, Creative Non-Fiction, Poetry graduate certificate programme from Humber Polytechnic helps you improve your writing from the comfort of home.
Teaching Languages in Global Contexts
The Master of Education (MEd) program in Teaching Languages in Global Contexts from Simon Fraser University, offers graduate students from around the world an exciting learning opportunity focused on language education.
Modern Languages Education
In the Modern Languages Education from University of British Columbia, we offer specialized, individualized and interdisciplinary graduate programs in French immersion, French as a Second or Foreign Language, and the other modern languages education. These programs involve study in second language curriculum, assessment, second language acquisition, bilingualism and intercultural education.
English
English from Western University - Canada ranks as one of the strongest and most diversified graduate programs in Canada. Its central attraction is the Department's distinguished faculty and its considerable accomplishments in all areas of criticism and scholarship.
Philosophy
The MA Program in Philosophy at Saint Mary's University provides the opportunity to work closely with faculty members who (collectively) have expertise in a range of areas.
Divinity
The Divinity programme at Wilfrid Laurier University provides both the theoretical and practical tools necessary to prepare for the rewarding and challenging vocation of Christian service.
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.