Waterloo,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in History in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo
University of Waterloo
|
Waterloo Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
23,088
(c. USD16,602.3)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Our department's MA graduates have built careers across diverse fields including business, law, politics, journalism, government service, education, and cultural institutions like museums and archives. Many students pursue graduate studies in history simply for their passion in the subject, recognizing how it deepens their self-awareness and global perspective. For some, the Tri-University MA serves as a testing ground to evaluate their aptitude for graduate work, explore potential PhD studies, or gain teaching experience through assistantships. This unique program combines the strengths of three top Ontario universities, with the University of Waterloo standing out for its exceptional research and teaching in history. Our curriculum features innovative thematic approaches, reflected in our specialized undergraduate programs.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
The minimum standard for admission to the program is an Honours Bachelor's degree in History with a 77% average calculated on the basis of the student's History courses in the last two years of undergraduate study, excluding any first year level courses which may have been taken during those two years.
A statement of historical interest.
Supervisors
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Supplementary information form (SIF)
The SIF contains questions specific to your program, typically about why you want to enrol and your experience in that field. Review the application documents web page for more information about this requirement
If a statement or letter is required by your program, review the writing your personal statement resources for helpful tips and tricks on completion
Transcript(s)
Writing sample
References
Two academic references are required.
Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
TOEFL 100 (writing 26, speaking 26), IELTS 7.5 (writing 7.0, speaking 7.0)
A statement of historical interest.
Supervisors
Review the finding a supervisor resources
Supplementary information form (SIF)
The SIF contains questions specific to your program, typically about why you want to enrol and your experience in that field. Review the application documents web page for more information about this requirement
If a statement or letter is required by your program, review the writing your personal statement resources for helpful tips and tricks on completion
Transcript(s)
Writing sample
References
Two academic references are required.
Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
TOEFL 100 (writing 26, speaking 26), IELTS 7.5 (writing 7.0, speaking 7.0)
Tuition
CAD
23,088