What is a major?
The primary academic focus of a program. It is generally a defined set of courses in a subject area. For each declared single degree, a major must be declared. For the BASc, two majors must be declared. For Combined Degrees, two majors must be declared, i.e., one major for each degree sought.
Please refer to the list below for majors available for the various degree programs offered by the Faculty of Arts & Science. Majors are listed alphabetically, and each entry links through to the associated website. Please refer to the current U of L calendar for a comprehensive report on the requirements for each major.
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Agricultural Biotechnology - BSc
Do you enjoy thinking up new solutions to environmental issues? Do you believe that science and technology hold the answers to many of our problems? Are you devoted to providing food for the planet? Do you want to be the one to make a difference? Feed the planet in Agricultural Biotechnology.
Agricultural Studies - BA, BSc
Does farming or ranching define you? Do you long for a career that will enable you to enjoy a rural agricultural lifestyle? Do you want to be the one to make a difference in resolving global problems in agri-food production, marketing and trade? Cultivate your passion in Agricultural Studies.
Anthropology - BA, BASc, BA/BEd, BA/BMgt
Does the thought of living in some far-off country give you butterflies? Do you love hearing stories about how other people live? What they value? Or what they believe? Are you fascinated by human diversity? Examine cultural diversity in Anthropology.
Applied Statistics - BSc
Would you like to investigate real-world problems in business, health, ecology, human behaviour and more? Are you interested in making sense of the world by analyzing data? Are you ready to contribute to essential decision-making in both public and private sector industries? Not everyone “gets” numbers but you will in Applied Statistics.
Archaeology (BA) & Archaeology & Geography (BSc)
Do you enjoy learning about ancient civilizations? Does the idea of unearthing artifacts excite you? Do you like searching through collections and archives for clues to an historical puzzle you may not have all the pieces for?Break new ground in Archaeology.
Biochemistry - BSc
Are you fascinated by all living systems? Are you curious to know how life works on the molecular level? Do you dream of helping to solve global health issues? Would you like to assist creating alternative food or energy sources? Does a career in medicine or pharmacology interest you? Ignite your passion in Biochemistry.
Biological Sciences - BSc, BASc, BSc/BEd, BSc/BMgt
Were you the kid who had to turn over every rock to see what was living under it? Did you ever wonder how a seed knew how to grow up to be a tree, or how a hummingbird’s wings beat so fast? Are you continually fascinated by the natural world? Delve into the world of living organisms in the Biological Sciences.
Chemistry - BSc, BASc, BSc/BEd, BSc/BMgt
Do you have a naturally inquisitive mind? Do you like to break objects down so you can see how they work on the inside? Do you enjoy contemplating new solutions to current issues using science and technology? Start a chain reaction in Chemistry.
Computer Science & Geographical Information Science (GIS) - BSc
Do you enjoy problem-solving? Are you intrigued by why cities are built the way they are and the infrastructure that supports them? Do you take ownership of the map on road trips? Are computers “your thing”? Model your degree in Computer Science and GIS.
Computer Science - BSc, BASc, BSc/BEd, BSc/BMgt, A&S Minor
Do you enjoy finding intricate solutions to complex problems? Are you technically minded? Do you like to figure out how things work? Do you want to make a difference? Decode your passion in Computer Science.
Economics - BA, BASc, BA/BEd, BA/BMgt, A&S Minor
Do you desire a deeper understanding of your region, your country and the world? Do you want to help resolve global issues such as climate change and immigration? Is taking part in reasoned policymaking important to you? Discover what’s trending in Economics.
English - BA, BASc, BA/BEd, BA/BMgt, A&S Minor
Do you love to lose yourself in a good book for hours on end? Do you relish your ability to win arguments with your rhetorical mastery? Are you intrigued by the idea of learning about the world through fiction, poetry and drama? Do you want to write? Write your own story in our Department of English.
Environmental Science - BSc
Are you fascinated by the natural environment? Are you concerned about climate change, sustainability, the health of our water resources, or the loss of biodiversity? Would you like to learn how ecosystems function or why biodiversity is important to our future? Be wise about resources in Environmental Science.
French - BA, BASc, BA/BEd, BA/BMgt, A&S Minor
Does the idea of being an international globetrotter appeal to you? Are you the kind of person who would love to live and study in a foreign country? Do you believe the key to solving world issues lies in communication and understanding cultural differences? Learn a language — discover the world in Modern Languages & Linguistics.
French/Spanish - BA, BASc, BA/BEd, BA/BMgt
Are you intrigued by languages? Do you believe communication and understanding cultural differences is key to solving world issues? Are you ready to pack your bags and explore the French and Spanish parts of the world? Learn a language — discover the world in Modern Languages & Linguistics.
General Major - Humanities - BA, BA/BEd, BA/BMgt
Are your interests rooted in subjects like history, English and philosophy? Do you want the broadest education possible? Are you ready to explore past, present and future? Are you an all or nothing king of person? Diversify with a General Major.
General Major - Sciences - BSc, BSc/BEd, BSc/BMgt
Are you interested in everything under the sun — especially science? Do you enjoy looking at problems from multiple perspectives to find the best solution? Do you want the broadest education possible? Diversify with a General Major.
General Major - Social Sciences - BA, BA/BEd, BA/BMgt
Do you wonder what it will really take to create an inclusive society? Do you want to explore problems and find solutions? Are you fascinated by human diversity? Do relationships between nations and societies interest you? Diversify with a General Major.
Geography - BA, BSc, BASc, BA/BEd, BSc/BEd, BA/BMgt, BSc/BMgt
Are you worried about the human impact on the environment? Do you wonder how, when and why the Rocky Mountains, Great Plains and Ocean Basins were created? Or what determines the locations of cities, lakes, deserts, jungles — just about everything on the planet? Learn to synthesize with Geography.
History - BA, BASc, BA/BEd, BA/BMgt, A&S Minor
Have you ever wondered what life was like in Ancient Rome or Meiji Japan? Do you want to understand why the world is the way it is today? Whether you are fascinated with past cultures and places, or curious about the deeper roots of today’s societies and politics, history is the major for you!
Indigenous Studies - BA, BASc, BA/BEd, BA/BMgt
Why do Indigenous histories matter? What can you learn from Indigenous languages? What do you know about Indigenous cultures and communities in Canada and around the world? What should you know about Indigenous Peoples? Get an education with impact in Indigenous Studies.
Kinesiology – BA, BSc, BASc, BA/BEd, BA/BMgt, BSc/BEd, BSc/BMgt
Do you have a competitive spirit? Is staying fit for life one of your main goals? Are you interested in a career that promotes a healthy lifestyle? Exercise your passion in Kinesiology & Physical Education.
Mathematics - BSc, BASc, BSc/BEd, BSc/BMgt, A&S Minor
Do you like searching for patterns? Are you a problem solver with an eye for details? Do you want to keep your options open to a variety of highly profitable career possibilities? Calculate your passion in Mathematics.
Neuroscience - BSc
Are you intrigued by human behaviour? Are you interested in learning more about how electrical impulses can transform themselves into thoughts, emotions and actions? Do you want to help people recover from neurological disorders or brain injuries? Probe into your passion in Neuroscience.
Philosophy - BA, BASc, BA/BMgt, A&S Minor
Do you love to think about the big questions in life, like good vs. evil? Do you like to debate your point of view? Are you intrigued by the concept of whether time and space are real? Do they exist at all? Your passion exists — Find it in our Department of Philosophy.
Physics - BSc, BASc, BSc/BEd, BSc/BMgt, A&S Minor
Do you always ask “Why?” Are you always wondering why things are the way they are and why they work the way they do? Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding experience that will train you to think analytically? Enter a world of wonder in Physics & Astronomy.
Political Science - BA, BASc, BA/BEd, BA/BMgt, A&S Minor
Do you like working through complex problems or situations one step at a time? Do relationships between nations and societies interest you? Do you rise to the occasion when a tough challenge presents itself? Make the right move in Political Science.
Psychology - BA, BSc, BASc, BSc/BEd, BA/BMgt, BSc/BMgt
Are you interested in what makes people tick? Why they act the way they act and why they think the way they think? What about animals? What do they think? How do they communicate? Examine the mind & behaviour — study Psychology.
Religious Studies – BA, BASc, BA/BMgt, A&S Minor
Are all religions the same? What do they do for—and to—people? Are you fascinated by different ways of life? Do you want to learn more about other ways of understanding what it means to be human? Remove misunderstanding — study Religion.
Remote Sensing – BSc
Are you fascinated by Google™ Earth? Are you always in-the-know about the leading edge of software and technology? Do you like thinking about the infinite breadth and depth of our environment, all the way to the outer edges of the universe? Marvel at Earth’s mosaic in Remote Sensing.
Sociology - BA, BASc, BA/BEd, BA/BMgt
Is “people watching” one of your favourite pastimes? Are you fascinated by how people relate to each other and to their social surroundings? Do you sometimes find yourself making up theories as to why a group or society behaves the way it does? Discover your passion in the Department of Sociology.
Urban & Regional Studies - BA, BA/BMgt
Are you fascinated by urban architecture? Do you adore wandering through cosmopolitan neighbourhoods? Do you marvel over the contrast between planned suburban developments and inner city districts? Examine every pathway in Urban & Regional Studies.
Women & Gender Studies - BA, BASc, BA/BMgt, A&S Minor
Do you want to be at the forefront of social change? Do you wonder what it will really take to create an inclusive society? Are you interested in exploring concepts of gender, sexuality, Women and feminism? Achieve equality now in Women & Gender Studies.