History Mount Saint Vincent University

Overview

The History programme at Mount Saint Vincent University provides students with a rigorous academic foundation in the study of recorded human experience. By examining social relations, cultural expressions, and political events, the curriculum helps learners understand how the actions and habits of people have evolved over centuries. This degree is designed to foster critical thinking and analytical skills through a diverse range of historical perspectives.

Why History at Mount Saint Vincent University?

Students benefit from a dedicated faculty of active researchers who provide personalised mentorship and academic advising. The department offers a unique BA Internship program, allowing students to apply their historical knowledge in corporate, government, or non-profit sectors to gain professional experience. Additionally, the university hosts an active Student History Society that organises social and learning events, fostering a vibrant community for those passionate about the past.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 21557 per year
• National fee: CAD 9106 per year

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

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• West and the World
• Canoes and Colonialism
• Consolidation and Conflict
• World History
• Greece
• Rome
• Europe in the Twentieth Century
• European Women
• North American Indigenous-State Relations

Careers with History

Graduates of this programme are equipped for a variety of professional paths thanks to their training in research, writing, and critical analysis. The integrated internship option specifically prepares students for roles within the corporate, government, and non-profit sectors. Many students also use the honours degree as a stepping stone for post-graduate study or specialised careers in public history, education, and archival work.