Certificate in Indigenous Studies
Engage with the Indigenous history, culture and arts. Learn about contemporary and legacy colonial issues facing Indigenous people and efforts at redress.
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History, Philosophy and Humanities
Hellenic Studies
In this program, you'll explore past and present through Greece’s language, literature, culture and history, as well as a range of other Humanities and European Studies courses. You’ll study issues–including immigration, citizenship and identity–that are as vital to Canadian society as they are to Greece.
Certificate in Practical Ethics
Practical ethics is an exciting new area of multidisciplinary study and research which provides the opportunity to apply ethical concepts and principles to contemporary social issues. The courses address questions of applied ethics and public policy in the fields of anthropology, economics, environmental studies, humanities, philosophy, political science, social science and sociology.
Cross-Disciplinary Certificate in Public History
This certificate introduces you to the theory, methods and practices in historical, heritage and cultural institutions. It also provides a critical understanding of the production and presentation of historical knowledge for public audiences.
Advanced Certificate in Hebrew & Jewish Studies
Take a deep dive into the study of Hebrew and the history of the Jewish people with this specialized certificate.
Certificate in Black Canadian Studies
This is the place to learn and examine the histories, cultures and experiences of Black Canada. You’ll learn about people of African descent in the Americas through cultural studies, history, literature and music.
Individualized Studies
This program is designed for students whose academic interests are best met by a customized program of study that allows them to choose courses across the University. The program is unique to York and allows you to create your own path.
Cognitive Science
Explore the complex nature of the functions of the mind while answering the oldest questions in philosophy and discovering the most recent findings in science.
East Asian Studies
This program explores the significance of the Chinese, Japanese and Korean languages, literature and fine arts, and investigate the economic, social and political impact of these influential nations.
Classical Studies
This program offers a range of courses in Greek and Roman history, literature, culture, art and architecture, Greek philosophy, and in Greek and Latin language. Explore the mythology, archaeology, history, literature and culture of ancient Greece and Rome.