Humanities | McMaster Humanities Programs

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Studying humanities means learning how to become a thoughtful and engaged citizen in a global world. That’s why our students work together to develop an enriched understanding of our planet and the people in it. We’re working with you, for you. And together, we’ll make a difference.

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ABOUT THE FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

A humanities education will prepare you to become a thoughtful and engaged citizen in a global world. Gain the analytical skills, historical depth and appreciation of diverse cultures needed to become a responsible, ethical and path-breaking leader and change-maker.

If you love to learn about literature, the arts, history, philosophy, linguistics, or languages, McMaster’s Humanities program is the right program for you. As an important stepping stone to a successful career in business, law, medicine, art, music, translation, speech pathology or teaching, our humanities’ program caters to a wide range of interests and pursuits.