History, History of Religions, Classical Civilization, Diaspora & Transnational Studies, Women & Gender Studies

 

OUAC CODE: TMH

History at U of T Mississauga is designed to give students a comprehensive view of the world in which we live. Students may study the past in order to be better prepared to positively influence the world around us and the world within us.

The study of History allows students to understand the broad patterns of social development. Economic, environmental, cultural and gender history add an interdisciplinary element.

The study of the History of Religions explores religious traditions with intellectual openness and scholarly rigour, without evaluating their specific truth claims. The study of the History of Religions is therefore an excellent education for life in a world of social and cultural complexity. To reflect the diverse nature of Canadian society, students have the opportunity to explore many world religions, including: Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and Zoroastrianism.

Traditionally, Classical Civilization has involved the study of ancient Greece and Rome. These are of interest both in their own right and because their achievements have been the foundation of so many aspects of our own civilization: its art, languages, literatures, philosophy and government. However, Classics at U of T Mississauga also looks at ancient cultures in Asia, Egypt and the Middle East, allowing students to gain a perspective on global civilization. Courses in Classics thus present background material that is indispensable for the understanding of many other studies in the Humanities.

Diaspora and Transnational Studies examines the historical and contemporary movements of peoples and the complex problems of identity and experience to which these movements give rise, as well as the creative possibilities that flow from movement.

The Women and Gender Studies program examines questions of gender in every field of study, and particularly the perspectives of women and feminist analyses. This focus, which crosses disciplinary lines, can be carried into many areas, such as Anthropology, Literature, Art, History, Linguistics, Philosophy, Politics, Psychology, Religion and Sociology.

PROGRAMS AND SPECIALIZATIONS

  • History: offered as a Minor, Major and Specialist
  • History of Religions: offered as a Minor, Major and Specialist
  • Classical Civilization: offered as a Minor and a Major
  • Diaspora and Transnational Studies: offered as a Minor and a Major
  • Women & Gender Studies: offered as a Minor and a Major


WHY CHOOSE U OF T MISSISSAUGA?

  • Students who join the Department of Historical Studies at U of T Mississauga are taught by some of the leading scholars in the world. Many of our renowned faculty members have won both national and international research awards. Our faculty members are committed to providing an exciting and stimulating intellectual journey for students. Graduates from Historical Studies will become the thinkers and leaders who will lead our globalized society in the years ahead.
  • Most courses offered are half-year courses allowing students to access more topics so they can understand the interaction of all religions, histories and civilizations.
  • Women & Gender Studies students compete for the Student of the Year Award for outstanding academic performance and activism.
  • History of Religions targets U of T Mississauga’s diverse and global student body, which represents the current Canadian demographic. Students come to understand the interplay and interactions between various religions, and to appreciate the plurality of approaches to the questions that have touched humankind’s spirit from the dawn of time.
  • Diaspora and Transnational Studies gives students the opportunity to learn about diasporic communities as well as key debates in the field.


WHAT HIGH SCHOOL PREPARATION DO I NEED?
All areas require six Grade 12 U or M courses including Grade 12 English (ENG4U).*

*This refers to courses from the Ontario Curriculum.
We will accept equivalent courses from other academic systems. For details, visit www.adm.utoronto.ca/adm.

WHAT COURSEs DO I TAKE?

History

  • HIS101H5: Introduction to Historical Studies


Students may also take 0.5 or 1.0 additional History (HIS) credits at the 200-level:

  • HIS201H5: Introduction to Middle Eastern History
  • HIS203H5: The Making of the Atlantic World (1000-1800)
  • HIS204H5: History Of The Ottoman Empire, 1299-1923
  • HIS220H5: Introduction to Medieval History
  • HIS222H5: Eastern Europe Since 1815
  • HIS230H5: Introduction to European History 1300-1815
  • HIS236H5: Introduction to British History
  • HIS241H5: Introduction to 19th-Century European History
  • HIS242H5: Introduction to Contemporary European History
  • HIS250H5: Introduction to Russian History
  • HIS261H5: Introduction to Canadian History
  • HIS263Y5: The History of Canada
  • HIS271H5: Introduction to U.S. History
  • HIS272Y5: The History of the United States
  • HIS282H5: Introduction to South Asian History
  • HIS283H5: History of Southeast Asia
  • HIS284H5: Introduction to East Asian History
  • HIS290H5: Introduction to Latin American History
  • HIS295H5: Introduction to African History


History of Religions

  • HIS101H5: Introduction to Historical Studies
  • May also take 1.0 additional Religion (RLG) credits at the 100- or 200-level.


Classical Civilization

  • HIS101H5: Introduction to Historical Studies


In addition, 0.5 credits from:

  • CLA101H5: Introduction to Classical Civilization
  • CLA230H5: Introduction to Greek History
  • CLA231H5: Introduction to Roman History
  • CLA233H5: Introduction to Roman Culture & Society
  • CLA237H5: Introduction to Greek Culture & Society


Diaspora and Transnational Studies

  • DTS201H5: Introduction to Diaspora and Transnational Studies I


Women & Gender Studies

  • WGS200Y5: Introduction to Studies of Women and Gender


AFTER GRADUATION
Graduates will be able to knowledgeably converse about the interactions of global religions, histories and civilizations. They will be global citizens, capable of highly developed critical thinking and writing skills.

Graduates of all of our programs often choose careers in law, government, public service, international development, academia, teaching, publishing, journalism, television, business and social justice.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
Sharon Marjadsingh
Academic Counsellor
905-569-4914
sharon.marjadsingh@utoronto.ca
http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/historical-studies