Course at a Glance
- PhDDegree level
- Keele Campus, CanadaLocation
- Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional StudiesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Keele CampusCampus
- PhDAwards
- $18,000Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
History The Graduate Program in History fosters intensive examination of historical questions using a variety of approaches. These include gender, transnational and comparative, economic, political, cultural and social history.
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Long known for its strength in Canadian history, the program also has expertise in British, Caribbean, European, Latin American, U.S., and East Asian history, the history of Africa and the African diaspora and the history of the Greco-Roman world. Thematic fields include immigration, Indigenous and environmental history. The program offers courses and supervision in ancient, medieval, early modern and modern history. It also has strong links with many of York’s organized research units, such as the Harriet Tubman Institute for Research on Africa and its Diasporas, the Robarts Centre for Canadian Studies, and the Centre for Research on Latin America and the Caribbean. View the complete listing of our faculty. In the Graduate Program in History you will join a lively community of students and have the opportunity to participate in various student-led activities: The Historian’s Craft, a series of talks by historians; the annual New Frontiers in History graduate history conference; the editorial committee of the journal Left History; as well as in regular social events organized by the Graduate History Student Association. See Program’s Website
Is this course right for you?
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 7.5
- Study modeFull-time, Part-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Minimum required GPA: B+ (York grading scale). Programme component(s): Comprehensive examination(s) AND Dissertation. Additional admission requirements: Additional Admission Requirements Number of Recommendation(s) 3 recommendation(s) Other Requirements Include instructors’ names along with list of courses taken Statement of Interest Sample of your written work PhD: resumé or CV required · English: IELTS 7.5; TOEFL iBT 100; PTE Academic 76; Duolingo English Test 140 · English test waiver: Faculty of Graduate Studies sets English proficiency per programme; see the programme page. York's undergraduate exemption rules do not automatically apply to graduate admission. Source: programme page listed in source_url. · Application fee: CAD 140.00
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$18,000 CAD / year≈ $13,235 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsYork's Faculty of Graduate Studies publishes Standard Funding Packages by Program; this programme is listed there as 'History (PhD)' with International Funding: Yes (Domestic Funding: Yes). York's graduate funding model offers a minimum funding commitment that 'Covers tuition, and is indexed to increases in tuition fees'; a component of it is the York Graduate Fellowship, which 'Varies between domestic and international students to reflect differential fees'. It applies only to full-time students who are offered a funding commitment on admission; there is no separate application. SourcesView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Deadline - Fall (All Applicants): 2027-01-15
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does History - PhD cost?
CAD 18,000 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 7.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum required GPA: B+ (York grading scale). Programme component(s): Comprehensive examination(s) AND Dissertation. Additional admission requirements: Additional Admission Requirements Number of Recommendation(s) 3 recommendation(s) Other Requirements Include instructors’ names along with list of courses taken Statement of Interest Sample of your written work PhD: resumé or CV required · English: IELTS 7.5; TOEFL iBT 100; PTE Academic 76; Duolingo English Test 140 · English test waiver: Faculty of Graduate Studies sets English proficiency per programme; see the programme page. York's undergraduate exemption rules do not automatically apply to graduate admission. Source: programme page listed in source_url. · Application fee: CAD 140.00
Is there a scholarship?
York's Faculty of Graduate Studies publishes Standard Funding Packages by Program; this programme is listed there as 'History (PhD)' with International Funding: Yes (Domestic Funding: Yes). York's graduate funding model offers a minimum funding commitment that 'Covers tuition, and is indexed to increases in tuition fees'; a component of it is the York Graduate Fellowship, which 'Varies between domestic and international students to reflect differential fees'. It applies only to full-time students who are offered a funding commitment on admission; there is no separate application. Sources View scholarship page
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