History Lakehead University

Overview

The History programme at Lakehead University provides students with a rigorous academic foundation designed to bring the past to life through diverse perspectives. By examining the evolution of human societies, learners gain the essential tools to contextualise modern issues within their historical frameworks. This degree encourages deep intellectual curiosity and professional development in a supportive environment.

Why History at Lakehead University?

Choosing this programme offers a distinct advantage through small class sizes that facilitate direct collaboration with expert faculty. Students benefit from unique experiential learning opportunities, such as the Public History Field School, which involves visiting historical sites and monuments. Additionally, the university provides a Community Placement course, allowing students to complete 150 hours of work experience to build professional networks within the heritage sector. The Lakehead University History Society and a dedicated Peer Mentoring Program further enhance the student experience by fostering a strong academic community.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 30236 per year
• National fee: CAD 6598 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum covers a broad range of chronological periods and geographic regions, including North America, Europe, Africa, and South Asia. Modules may include:

• The Making of the Modern World
• Canadian Military History
• Gender and Colonialism in South Asia
• The Hitler State
• The Holocaust
• Medicine
• Sport in Canada
• Modern Latin America
• Twentieth Century Russia and Eastern Europe

Careers with History

Graduates are equipped with versatile skills in research, writing, and analysis, preparing them for a wide variety of professional paths.