First, the curriculum advantages
The Department of History and Classical Studies has special advantages in the following aspects: Canadian history; History of Britain and Europe; East Asian history; Medical history; History of science; And updated fields, such as gender and the history of sexual behavior; History of the Atlantic and Indian Ocean worlds; Global history.
The department consists of 39 full-time teachers, visiting professors, teacher lecturers and postdoctoral researchers. This series of teachers and scholars dedicated to global history and regions support high-quality teaching and research. Our professors have won many awards for their books and articles, and their ongoing investigation is supported by the Canadian Social Science and Humanities Research Council. The department is home to many important cooperative research projects, all of which include students.
Classical literature is one of the earliest subjects taught by McGill College. Our students benefit from the resources of closely related disciplines and make use of the academic expertise of scholars from different backgrounds. Many awards are applicable to students who perform well in class. Both undergraduate and graduate students can participate in study tours and field projects with professors. Students can also become members of the Classical Students' Association and publish their works in the Journal of Classical Studies of McGill University, just like the small legion found on McGill's badge, looking for knowledge. We provide future students with opportunities to study with top scholars in various fields. For detailed regulations and information, please refer to the website of the Department of History and Classical Studies.
Second, the history professional degree setting
The course of history major is divided into three seasons and one calendar year (autumn, winter and summer). Candidates for master's degree follow individual courses approved by the department. The Master of History program provides advanced training in various fields of history. McGill's degree in history enjoys an international reputation and has made great contributions to the success of the job market. Our graduates are engaged in occupations. Besides those who seek and find positions in colleges and universities, they also hold positions in museums and other public institutions, libraries and archives, and other departments in the fields of diplomacy and public history. The civil service and various non-governmental organizations.
1. History of Master of Arts (45 credits)
Students attend courses and seminars to deepen their understanding of the problems, themes and problems faced by professional historians. Preparing papers provides an opportunity to prepare continuous projects under close supervision.
2. History of Master of Arts: Development Studies (45 credits)
The course of development studies is an interdisciplinary course, and it is an elective course for existing master's courses in geography, history, politics, anthropology, economics and sociology. This course is suitable for graduate students majoring in international development. Students admitted through one of the participating departments must meet the master's requirements of the history department. Students in this course can attend interdisciplinary seminars instead of three history seminar credits and various postgraduate courses on international development issues. The master's thesis must focus on development research and be approved by the Development Research Coordination Committee.
3. Master of Art History: European Studies (45 credits)
The course of European Studies is an interdisciplinary master's course, as an option of the existing master's courses in the departments of history, politics and sociology and law schools. This course is suitable for students who are interested in combining historical and political science methods with European studies. The work of European studies mainly focuses on Europe, especially the problems related to European integration, which people have a wide understanding of. Students in this course are allowed to attend interdisciplinary seminars instead of three credits for history seminars and write papers on topics approved by the specific curriculum coordination Committee. The master's thesis must focus on European studies and be approved by the European Research Coordination Committee.
4. Master of Art History: Gender and Women's Studies (45 credits)
This course provides students with an interdisciplinary major in feminism, women and gender studies. Students in this course are allowed to attend interdisciplinary seminars instead of three credits for history seminars and write papers on topics approved by the specific curriculum coordination Committee. Thesis must cover topics related to gender and/or female studies.
5. Master of Art History (part-time course) (45 credits)
Students attend courses and seminars to deepen their understanding of the problems, themes and problems faced by professional historians. In particular, the seminar provided an opportunity to analyze major sources under close supervision.
6. Master of Arts in Medical History (part-time course) (45 credits)
The master of medical history has no thesis choice. This part-time course degree is usually completed within one year. Candidates for master's degree follow individual courses approved by the department. Students attend courses and seminars to deepen their understanding of the problems, themes and problems faced by professional historians. This course aims to provide students with strong academic ability and unique interdisciplinary perspective of history. Candidates must have a historical background (Bachelor of History with Honors or equivalent) or a health professional degree.
7. Doctor of Philosophy, History
Doctor degree in history is a professional degree course, which prepares students to join the college as historians. They have acquired the ability of historical method and have good control over at least three research fields. This course is a preliminary research work and has made great contributions to knowledge. Candidates in the field of medical history will prepare for the comprehensive examination together with a member of the Department of Medical Social Sciences and two small fields of the Department of History and Classics. Writing a thesis is generally directed by the director of the main field. In all other respects, the same rules apply to candidates in this field and other doctorates.
Second, the classical professional degree setting
1. Master of Classical Literature (45 credits)
The Master of Classical Studies program provides advanced training in various fields of classical studies. This course emphasizes mastery of the technical field of the subject, mastery of classical literature, especially Greek and Latin, and critical reading, writing and research skills. Mcgill University aims to help students prepare for doctoral programs and eventually develop their academic careers in any related classic research field. Graduates also seek successful careers in teaching, law, museum science and civil service. Courses can be completed in one year, but usually in two years.
2. Master of Classical Literature (part-time course) (45 credits)
The Master of Classical Studies program provides advanced training in various fields of classical studies. Part-time courses aim to improve the technical proficiency of the subject, especially Greek and Latin, as well as critical reading, writing and research skills, so as to help students prepare for doctoral courses in any related classical research field. This course is designed for students who need to strengthen their proficiency in ancient languages and other aspects of classicism and pay more attention to postgraduate courses. The course is usually completed within two years.
Fourth, contact telephone number
Tel: 5 14-398-2844
Fax: 5 14-398-7476
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