Program Offerings

Below is a list of majors and minors that students in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences can pursue.

Have a look, see what inspires and excites you. And remember, if you're uncertain, you don't have to make the decision about your major field of study right away.

Need help sorting it out? Academic advising is available. Check out the HSS Academic Advice web page for information on booking advising appointments.

Please consult the Calendar for a detailed list of program regulations.

Majors in HSS

Undergraduates in Memorial University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences can elect to major in any of these disciplines:

*interdisciplinary program

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Students can declare a major at any time in their studies. Some choose to declare a major when they register in first year (and are free to change their minds); others wait until they have completed a few years of study.

Students can also declare a second major if they plan to complete the required courses in two subject areas.

Other Majors Eligible for a BA

These additional major programs are not housed in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Science, but you can elect to complete a BA with one of these Faculty of. Science subjects: 

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Minors for HSS Majors

If a student is doing one major, they must declare a "minor" area of study as well, in which they will complete at least eight courses (24 credit hours).

Minors can be chosen from the list of disciplines above, under Majors in HSS.

Additionally, the following minors can also be chosen from approved programs in other faculties: 

More Options

Joint Degrees

Other BA Majors

These additional major programs are not housed in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences but you can choose to do a BA in these subjects. Please consult the University Calendar or contact the departments directly for further information on admission requirements.