The AU Faculty of Humanities and Social SciencesHumanities

A scholarly focus on culture and art

The Humanities discipline of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences immerses you in the study of what makes us human—including culture, literature, history, art, and philosophy.

Our undergraduate-focused online programs and courses work around your schedule. Start or complete your certificate, diploma, or degree whenever it works best for you. Or just explore an area of interest in greater depth. Our professors, tutors, and student supports are invested in your success.

Online language learning

Yes, you can learn another language online. Our multi-faceted, multimedia approach to language teaching embraces all styles of learning. In addition to our course tutors, our tools include:

  • online and televised resources
  • DVDs
  • CDs
  • asynchronous voice-enabled chat rooms

We offer an English Language Proficiency program, a University Certificate in French Language Proficiency, a Bachelor of Arts (BA) with a French Major or Concentration, and a selection of Spanish courses.

Our areas of study

In addition to our language courses, we offer courses in the following areas:

  • Canadian studies (available as a BA minor)
  • classics
  • English (available as a BA major, concentration, and minor)
  • history (available as a BA major, concentration, and minor)
  • humanities (available as a BA major and minor)
  • music studies
  • philosophy (available as a BA minor)
  • religious studies

What it's like to study in Humanities

A liberal arts education that includes courses and experiences in a broad range of areas allows you to see connections across fields of study. It also builds practical professional skills like analyzing and synthesizing information, communicating, explaining, and creating.

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