MA in History in Windsor Canada | University of Windsor

University of Windsor | Windsor Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 24,165
(c. USD17,344.33)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

The Master of Arts in History program merges an in-depth research initiative with exposure to modern historical analysis approaches.
This graduate program focuses on honing skills in historical investigation, composition, and critical thinking, equipping students for both advanced doctoral studies and diverse professional paths that value historical expertise.
With its intimate size, the MA in History fosters a nurturing environment where students excel - earning prestigious scholarships, publishing in academic journals, and presenting at conferences and lecture series.
Alumni have found success beyond academia as legal professionals, archivists, museum specialists, financial consultants, government officials, and university staff members.
The History MA program integrates rigorous research with current historiographical methods. Designed to cultivate research, writing, and analytical capabilities, it equally prepares graduates for PhD programs and various professions requiring historical knowledge.

The curriculum ensures all courses remain pertinent to every participant, tailored to the competency of students entering with strong academic backgrounds from Canadian undergraduate history programs (or equivalent qualifications).


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

Minimum TOEFL: IBT-100
Minimum IELTS: 7.0

The normal requirement for admission to the M.A. program is an honours degree in History, with at least a 70% average. Although it is possible, and desirable, for fully qualified students to complete the Master's program in History in one calendar year (three terms in residence), some students choose a two-year program.

An undergraduate transcript
Two Confidential Reports, these are letters of recommendation, from the professors who know your academic work best
A one-page statement of purpose This is an outline of your historical interests: the place(s), time period(s) and theoretical and methodological approach(es) you find most interesting. If you already know what you hope to focus on in your research, this is the place to express your intention. The purpose of this statement is to help the faculty members who examine the application to know whether or not the program is appropriate to your interests.
A recent sample of your writing, normally a paper written for a senior undergraduate course.

Tuition CAD 24,165

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