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PhD of History
- Waterloo, Canada
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A one-year research master's in History completed through an independent supervised thesis.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (Up to 3 years (3 years if the programme is 2 years or more; otherwise up to programme length) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in History in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in historical analysis
- Primary sources and interpretation. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Museum Assistant
- Heritage Coordinator
- Research Assistant
Curriculum
- Independent research project in History guided by a supervisor
- Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
- And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Master's degree in the same or a related field
- usually with an A- or B+ standing as set per programme; a statement of research interest
- references and a 10-20 page scholarly writing sample are requested; funding for international students is not guaranteed.
Accepted academic background
Master's degree in the same or a related field
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT 83 (20 per skill
- TOEFL PBT 4.5 overall and 4.0 per band from January 2026)
- PTE Academic TOEFL PBT 560
Documents you’ll need
- OUAC Application Summary
- Postsecondary Transcripts
- Confidential References
- English Proficiency Evidence if Applicable
- Program-Specific Statement of Intent or Resume if Required
How to apply
- Check the programme page for requirements and the deadline (deadlines are set by programme). Apply online through OUAC and pay the non-refundable application fee
- 130 CAD standard and 105-230 CAD by programme. Upload the documents in the programme checklist to the application portal. Accept the offer and pay the 2
- 000 CAD tuition deposit within two weeks (credited to first-term tuition). Apply for the study permit. Graduate students need no provincial attestation letter from 2026-01-01.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $23,051 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $130 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Waterloo |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Arts |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | Up to 3 years (3 years if the programme is 2 years or more; otherwise up to programme length) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion) |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
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The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is $23,051 CAD per year. The application fee is $130 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $24,000 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 83 (20 per skill, TOEFL PBT 4.5 overall and 4.0 per band from January 2026), PTE Academic TOEFL PBT 560.
11039 scholarships are connected to this program.