Antique Books

Explore graduate programs

in the Department of History

Master of Arts (MA)

Thesis-based program

Learn more

Master of Arts (MA)

Course-based program

Learn more

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Thesis-based program

Learn more


What is thesis-based study?

Pursue independent research guided by a supervisor who shares your research interests. If you want to advance your knowledge or expand your expertise in a specific field or research area, our thesis-based programs are for you.

What is course-based study?

Equally ideal for those planning to continue in higher education or seeking to advance their careers off campus, our course-based programs offers a combination of collegial seminars and independent research in a concentrated, twelve-month program.

What is a supervisor?

A supervisor is a faculty member who oversees your research and the development of your thesis.

Latest news

Faculty of Arts Research Funding Success

Faculty researchers receive federal support through SSHRC, NSERC, Banting, Vanier and New Frontiers grants

In the News Katia Halasah (Student), History, in Radio Canada International

[Reportaje] Historia, descubrimiento y cultura: estudiantes canadienses viajan a México

UCalgary research receives $36.6M in federal funding

Funding will support scholars across campus in their pursuit of research and innovation excellence

Prof. Frank W. Stahnisch participates in the ICHST Congress 2025

“The Post-Weimar Quest for Holism: Forced-Migration and the Neurological Foundations of the Rehabilitative Medicine Field”, presented at the University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand

Questions?

Graduate program administrator

Ask me about graduate program advising.

Lori Somner
403.220.3839

artsgradsc@ucalgary.ca

Graduate program director

Ask me about graduate degree requirements.

Dr. Ken MacMillan

HistGPD@ucalgary.ca

Office location

Looking for department office location, address or hours?

See more