Humanities

Our unique Bachelor of Humanities program offers a four-year adventure through some of the most exciting and significant philosophical and religious ideas, literary works, historical events and works of art from ancient civilizations to the contemporary world.

The Bachelor of Humanities program begins with the study of the religious cultures of ancient China, India, Israel and Greece. Over the course of the program, students trace the development of Western culture through Greek and medieval philosophy, the literature and art of the Renaissance and the Enlightenment, and the politics, history and philosophy of the contemporary world.

Graduates of the program are better able to understand themselves and the world, to make free and well-informed judgments, to contribute significantly to civic life, to analyze difficult and complex ideas, and to write with precision, clarity and persuasiveness.

Students may choose one of four degree programs. The Bachelor of Humanities Honours is the most comprehensive and guided version of the degree. The Bachelor of Humanities Honours with a Study Year Abroad is designed for Honours students who wish to earn credits toward their degree overseas. The Bachelor of Humanities with a Combined Honours or a minor allows students to add a specialization in a particular discipline to their interdisciplinary Humanities degree. Students in this degree program may also study abroad in their third year. The Humanities and Biology program is designed for students intending to apply to medical school upon graduation. This degree program is very intensive, as students must complete a rigorous program in Humanities and in science.

Going on exchange to Istanbul was one of the best decisions I have ever made! The city is huge and absolutely fascinating. My class schedule also gave me the opportunity to travel within Turkey as well as to surrounding countries. I have met other exchange students from all over the world and now have friends to visit all over Europe. Life in Istanbul is extremely different than what I was used to and I am glad I went somewhere that challenged me linguistically and culturally.

Paul Anderson, third-year Humanities