Universities in Canada with courses in Humanities & Social Sciences

Known as Ontario's first and oldest community college, the Centennial is also the most culturally-diverse Canadian post-secondary institution. With over 100 ethno-cultural communities represented and about 80 languages actively spoken on site, Centennial's five campuses and eight schools continuously produce worldwide leaders and prep for successful careers. With an astounding high employability rate after graduation, and 94% of employers voicing favorability, Centennial alumni are prided as...

The University of Western Ontario (UWO), which is commonly referred to among Canadian universities as Western or Western University, is a public research university located in London, Ontario, Canada. The university was founded on 7 March 1878 by Bishop Isaac Hellmuth of the Anglican Diocese of Huron as "The Western University of London Ontario." It incorporated Huron University College, which had been founded in 1863. The first four faculties were Arts, Divinity, Law and Medicine. The...

McGill University is a public research university in Montreal, Canada, officially founded by royal charter in 1821. The University bears the name of James McGill, a prominent Montreal merchant from Scotland whose bequest in 1813 formed precursory McGill College. McGill's main campus is set at the foot of Mount Royal in Downtown Montreal with the second campus, situated near fields and forested lands in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, 30 kilometres west of the downtown campus on the Montreal Island....

Queen's University is a public research university located in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Queen's is a co-educational university, with more than 23,000 students, and with over 131,000 living alumni worldwide. Notable alumni include government officials, academics, business leaders and 56 Rhodes Scholars. The university was ranked 4th in Canada by Maclean's University Ranking Guide for 2015, 187th in the 2014 QS World University Rankings, 251-275th in the 2013-2014 Times Higher Education World...

Ryerson is Canada's leader in innovative, career-focused education and a university clearly on the move. It is a distinctly urban university with a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship. Ryerson has a mission to serve societal need and a long-standing commitment to engaging its community. Guided by a bold Academic Plan, an ambitious research agenda, and a Master Plan to revitalize the campus and surrounding neighbourhood, Ryerson is the most applied-to university in Ontario relative to...

The University of Saskatchewan and the City of Saskatoon are excited to welcome you to our vibrant cultural and artistic community. There are many university and community groups you can become involved in and events that you can enjoy in all seasons. Saskatchewan is known for having beautiful open skies, and Saskatoon is one of the sunniest cities in Canada. Summer temperatures can range from 11˚ to 30˚ Celsius. Lightweight clothing is popular in the summer. In spring and autumn, when the...

Simon Fraser University (SFU) is a public research university in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, with its main campus on Burnaby Mountain and satellite campuses in Downtown Vancouver and Surrey. The 1.7 km2 (0.66 sq mi) main campus on Burnaby Mountain, located 20 km (12 mi) from downtown Vancouver, was established in 1965 and comprises more than 30,000 students and approximately 950 faculty members. The university is adjacent to an urban village, UniverCity. The university was named after...

The University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) is a public university that was established in 1990. As one of British Columbia’s research-intensive universities, it is also one of Canada’s best small universities. In 2014, UNBC ranked second place among the Canadian universities and has been place amongst the top three for seven consecutive years. In 2013-2014 academic year, over 4000 students were enrolled at UNBC. The main campus of UNBC is located in Prince George, British Columbia....

1st in Quebec: UdeM and its affiliated schools (HEC Montréal and Polytechnique Montréal) form Quebec's leading pole of higher education. 2nd in Canada: UdeM has the second largest student body in the country. 3rd in Canada: With research revenue exceeding half a billion dollars, UdeM is ranked third among all Canadian universities in terms of research activity and has been number one in Quebec since 2005. 83rd in the world: UdeM is number 83 in the prestigious QS World University Rankings...

University of Prince Edward Island's (UPEI) four faculties (arts, education, science, and veterinary medicine) and two schools (business and nursing) offer a wide range of programs and degrees to approximately 4,400 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students. Home to multiple Canada Research Chairs, a Canada Excellence Research Chair in Aquatic Epidemiology, endowed or sponsored research chairs, and 3M Teaching Award-winners, UPEI offers its students access to over 1,100 exceptional...

The University of Ottawa is the largest bilingual (English-French) university in the world. Located at the heart of Canada’s capital, we have ready access to the great institutions of our country. Our advances in social sciences, health, science and the humanities make uOttawa a unique place to learn, grow and excel.

St. Francis Xavier University offers what so many of Canada's top students are seeking: a high quality education, focused principally on the undergraduate, in a vibrant residential setting. Recognized as one of the finest schools in Canada, StFX is meeting the needs of today's undergraduates through outstanding teaching, exceptional hands-on research experiences, the very best in a residential community, and unique opportunities to make a contribution to communities at home and abroad.

The University of Windsor is a comprehensive, student-centred university, with more than 16,500 students enrolled in a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs including several professional schools such as Law, Business, Engineering, Education, Nursing, Human Kinetics and Social Work. The new Ed Lumley Centre for Engineering Innovation, the largest capital project on campus to date, opened in the fall of 2012 as a world-class hub for innovation, featuring the latest in classroom...

Vision: Saint Mary’s, building on its strong tradition of accessibility and community engagement, will be the University of choice for aspiring citizens of the world. Mission of Saint Mary’s University: Offer undergraduate, graduate and continuing education programs. Engage in research and disseminate its results. Serve the community from the local to the international level. Core values In achieving its mission, the Saint Mary’s community is guided by core values of: Academic integrity The...

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the 40 best universities in the world. Since 1915, UBC’s West Coast spirit has embraced innovation and challenged the status quo. Its entrepreneurial perspective encourages students, staff and faculty to challenge convention, lead discovery and explore new ways of learning. At UBC, bold thinking is given a place to develop into ideas that can change the world. Why come to UBC Vancouver...

Tyndale offers a distinct undergraduate Christian university experience where students develop the skills they need to think analytically and respond to the issues of today and tomorrow. Smaller classes nurture a strong sense of community and dialogue between students and professors. The university offers Bachelor’s degrees and honours degrees in Arts(BA), Religious Education (BRE), a Certificate in Christian Studies and a post-undergraduate Bachelor's degree in Education (Bed). These...

York University is helping to shape the global thinkers and thinking that will define tomorrow. York is Canada’s third largest university, with a commitment to excellence which reflects a rich diversity of perspectives and a strong sense of social responsibility that sets us apart.

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is a fully accredited, public university that enrolls approximately 15,000 students per year. One of Canada's best universities UFV is recognized nationally for student success, an excellent learning environment, creative integration of programming, and our work with local communities. UFV is large enough to offer variety, and yet our small class sizes allow students to get to know their instructors and learn in a hands-on environment. We offer more...

MacEwan University was Founded in 1971, MacEwan University provides student-focused instruction in a warm and supportive atmosphere. We focus on teaching, so our students can focus on learning. It’s been a cornerstone of who we are for more than 40 years. And we continue to build on that reputation.

Cambrian College in Sudbury, Ontario, has been a leading postsecondary institution in Northern Ontario since its first classes were held in 1967. The College has a vibrant community of more than 11,000 learners – over 4,100 students in over 80+ full-time programs, plus over 7,000 students in almost 900 part-time courses/programs. It offers programming at three campuses and serves a student population that is reflective of the rich diversity of today's global workplaces.

Okanagan College is a public, post-secondary institution with over 120 certificates, diplomas, degrees and programs including Apprenticeship & Pre-apprenticeship Trades programs. It's largest campus is located in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. Established more than fifty years ago, Okanagan College has since grown to be the largest college in British Columbia outside the Lower Mainland and Victoria with over 8,500 full-time students on four regional campuses and is the second largest...

At Royal Roads University, we provide high quality, innovative, competitively priced, and applied post-secondary education to working professionals and career-focused students in Canada and around the globe. We’ve been an accredited university since 1995, but we’ve got a long history of excellence that goes back to 1940, when we first became a military college. Much has changed since then, but you can still find the same commitment to providing an excellent learning experience for working...

The University of Toronto (U of T, UToronto, or Toronto) is a public research university in Toronto, Ontario situated on the grounds that surround Queen's Park. It was founded by royal charter in 1827 as King's College, the first institution of higher learning in the colony of Upper Canada. Originally controlled by the Church of England, the university assumed the present name in 1850 upon becoming a secular institution. As a collegiate university, it comprises twelve colleges that differ in...

Since 1975, Cumberland College has been providing high quality training and education programs for adults in northeastern Saskatchewan. With campuses in Nipawin, Melfort, and Tisdale, affordable training is available close to home! The training options are virtually endless! From university, diplomas and certificates to adult basic education, there is bound to be a program or course to fit your needs!

The University of Waterloo (commonly referred to as Waterloo, UW or UWaterloo) is a public research university with a main campus located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. Waterloo is a member of the U15, a group of research-intensive universities in Canada. University of Waterloo is most famous for its Cooperative Education (co-op) programs, which allow the students to integrate their education with applicable work experiences. The university is co-educational, and has nearly 27,000...

Alexander College helps young people benefit from participating in the higher education community. We provide the first two years of university study leading to an Associate degree and university transfer in a student-centered and supportive environment. Goals: Provide a serious and supportive learning environment where students with a variety of cultural backgrounds and language abilities can begin university study while simultaneously improving their English-language skills. Provide...