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BA/BS in History

McGill University

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #30

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McGill University offers BA/BS in History, a bachelor's degree in History programme in Montréal, Canada. Tuition for international students is CAD 54,000 per year.

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: History
International tuition: CAD 54,000 / year

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: mcgill.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

History is a Bachelor of Arts major in the Faculty of Arts offering flexible study across diverse cultures, societies, and time periods from antiquity to the present, introducing students to historical theories and methodologies. Coursework can be organized thematically, including topics such as history and sexuality, imperialism and colonialism, histories of science, and environmental history, alongside regional and chronological study. Course examples include Introduction to African History, Indigenous Peoples and Empires, Health and the Healer in Western History, and Gender and Textualities. The major can be paired with minors including Geography, Indigenous Studies, African Studies, East Asian Studies: Cultural Studies, and Classical Studies, and is related to majors such as Sociology, Anthropology, Art History, and English: Cultural Studies. Graduates develop research, analytical, and writing skills applicable to graduate study or careers including law, public policy, journalism, and community work.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants apply through the Faculty of Arts. McGill's admission requirements vary by educational background (Quebec CEGEP or high school, Ontario high school, other Canadian high school, U.S. high school, international curricula, home-schooling, university transfer, or mature-student status) and by the specific programme; grades equal to or above published minimums do not guarantee admission, and the review may consider the complete academic record.

About McGill University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1821
Students: 40,531
QS rank: #30
Programs: 323
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in History award?

McGill University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of History on completion of this programme.

How much does BA/BS in History cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 54,000 per year.

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