History The King's University

Overview

The History programme at The King's University provides a deep exploration into the events, ideas, and cultural formations that have shaped the modern world. Students engage with diverse human experiences to better understand the complexities of the present day through rigorous academic inquiry and empathetic analysis.

Learners are encouraged to feed their historical imagination by examining significant global milestones, such as life in London during the Second World War or the initial encounters between European and Indigenous peoples in North America. The curriculum fosters a lively environment for classroom discussion and independent research.

By utilising primary sources, students take the initiative on original projects that develop their professional perspective.

Why History at The King's University?

The institution offers a distinctive teaching approach that integrates Christian faith with historical discipline. Students benefit from small class sizes and strong relationships with professors who are active researchers in fields such as communism, disability studies, and the history of childhood.

The university provides a supportive environment where faculty members are dedicated to student success. Research opportunities allow students to explore how faith shapes the work of a historian, while the campus location in Edmonton offers a unique cultural context for studying North American and global narratives.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 11671 per semester
• National fee: CAD 7781 per semester

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

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• British History
• European History
• North American History
• Russian History
• World History
• Communism
• Child Writing and the Traumatised Body
• Disability in US History
• Re-forming History

Careers with History

Graduates of this programme are prepared for a wide variety of professional paths across multiple sectors. The analytical and research skills gained during the course are highly valued in roles that require critical thinking, clear communication, and cultural awareness.

Potential career destinations include:

• Anthropologist
• Archivist
• Historian
• Education
• Heritage Management Specialist
• International Relations Officer
• Librarian
• Museum Curator
• Political Staffer