BA (Honours) in History [Major] in Kingston Canada | Queen's University

The General program offers a three-year Bachelor of Arts degree without honors. This curriculum mirrors the structure of a History Minor, with the key difference being that General program students must complete 90.0 units to graduate. Participants have the opportunity to convert their General degree into a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree, with the conversion process and requirements detailed in section 3 of this document. Below you'll find specifics about the History General program. Engaging with history will enhance your analytical, debate, investigative, and writing abilities while examining the origins of modern global challenges. Queen's history students can investigate a wide array of subjects, ranging from the Crusades and Slavery and Race Relations to Indigenous History in the Americas, the Russian Revolution, 20th Century Canada, Africa's Economic Development, and Women's Perception and Treatment in North America. The History Department welcomes students from all academic backgrounds to examine historical themes through Queen's diverse course offerings. Our seminar-focused approach provides a rare opportunity in today's educational landscape – intimate class settings where students and professors actively debate readings, perspectives, and interpretations. By prioritizing the development of communication, research, and writing competencies, a history degree serves as excellent preparation for professions in education, legal fields, government service, media, and corporate sectors.