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Study Linguistics & Literature in Canada 🇨🇦

Canada offers 69 Linguistics & Literature programs across 48 universities. Tuition ranges from $4k–$17k/yr, making it one of the more affordable destinations for international students.

69 Programs
48 Universities
$4k–$17k/yr Tuition
13% Scholarships

Why Canada for Linguistics & Literature?

Living Cost

$15,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (36) PhD (15) Master (12) Diploma (6)

Top Universities for Linguistics & Literature in Canada

University of Toronto Schools

Toronto · National rank #1 · QS #29

Master of Arts in History · Master PhD in Philosophy · PhD
Université McGill

Montreal · National rank #1 · QS #27

Doctor of Philosophy in History · PhD
McGill University

Montreal · National rank #1 · QS #27

Doctor of Philosophy in History · PhD
University of Toronto

Toronto · National rank #1 · QS #29

Doctor of Philosophy in History · PhD
University of Toronto School of Graduate Studies

Toronto · National rank #1 · QS #29

Philosophy · PhD
Mount Allison University

Sackville · National rank #1 · QS #1323

Bachelor of Arts in History · Bachelor Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy · Bachelor
Acadia University

Wolfville · National rank #3 · QS #751

Bachelor of Arts in History · Bachelor
St. Francis Xavier University

Antigonish · National rank #4

Bachelor of Arts in History · Bachelor
Bishop's University

Sherbrooke · National rank #5

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy · Bachelor Bachelor of Arts in History · Bachelor
Université de Montréal

Montreal · National rank #5 · QS #168

Doctorat en histoire · PhD
University of Montreal

Montreal · National rank #5 · QS #168

Doctorat en histoire · PhD
Huron University College

London · National rank #6

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy · Bachelor Bachelor of Arts in History · Bachelor
Western University

London · National rank #6 · QS #151

PhD in History · PhD
University of Manitoba

Winnipeg · National rank #6 · QS #643

History · PhD
Queen's University

Kingston · National rank #9 · QS #191

PhD in History · PhD
Université Laval

Quebec City · National rank #12 · QS #469

Doctorat en philosophie · PhD
University of Guelph

Guelph · National rank #17 · QS #504

PhD - History · PhD Master of Arts - History · Master
Brandon University

Brandon · National rank #17

Bachelor of Arts in History · Bachelor
Guelph University

Guelph · National rank #17 · QS #504

Master of Arts in History · Master PhD in Philosophy · PhD
Wilfrid Laurier University

Waterloo · National rank #18

Master of Arts in History · Master Master of Arts in History (MA) · Master

All Programs

PhD - History

University of Guelph

PhD

Master of Arts - History

University of Guelph

Master

Philosophie

Université de Sudbury

Bachelor Aid

Bachelor of Arts in History

Acadia University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in History

Brandon University

Bachelor

Arts, Literature & Communication: Languages

Collège Champlain

Diploma Aid

Associate of Arts - History

Selkirk College

Bachelor

Philosophy

Université de Sudbury

Bachelor Aid

Doctorat en philosophie

Université Laval

PhD

Baccalauréat en histoire

UQTR

Bachelor

Baccalauréat en histoire

Université du Québec

Bachelor

Maîtrise en histoire

Université du Québec

Master

Maîtrise en philosophie

UQTR - Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières

Master

Master of Arts in History

University of Toronto Schools

Master

PhD in Philosophy

University of Toronto Schools

PhD

Histoire et civilisation

Collège Montmorency

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

Bishop's University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in History

Bishop's University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in History

Université Nipissing

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in History

Collège Rivier

Bachelor

Master of Arts in History

Collège Rivier

Master

Maîtrise en histoire

UQAM - Université du Québec à Montréal

Master

Doctor of Philosophy in History

Université McGill

PhD

Doctorat en histoire

Université de Montréal

PhD

Histoire et civilisation

Collège de Rosemont

Diploma

Bachelor of Arts in History

King's University College

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

King's University College

Bachelor

Littérature et publications

Collège St-Jérôme

Diploma

Langues

Collège St-Jérôme

Diploma

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History

Université Bishop's

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in History

University of Prince Edward Island

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

Huron University College

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in History

Huron University College

Bachelor

Master of Arts in History

Nipissing University

Master

Bachelor of Arts in History

Nipissing University

Bachelor

Master of Arts in History

Guelph University

Master

PhD in Philosophy

Guelph University

PhD

PhD in History

Queen's University

PhD

PhD in History

Western University

PhD

Doctor of Philosophy in History

McGill University

PhD

Bachelor of Arts in History

Grande Prairie Regional College

Bachelor

Doctor of Philosophy in History

University of Toronto

PhD

Bachelor of Arts in History

Crandall University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

Crandall University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

Tyndale University College & Seminary

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature

Tyndale University College & Seminary

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in History

Vancouver Island University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in History

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts - History

Mount Royal University

Bachelor

Languages

Collège Dawson

Diploma Aid

Literature

Collège Dawson

Diploma Aid

Baccalauréat ès arts (Histoire)

Université Sainte-Anne

Bachelor

Master of Arts in History

Wilfrid Laurier University

Master

Master of Arts in History (MA)

Wilfrid Laurier University

Master

Philosophy

University of Toronto School of Graduate Studies

PhD

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

Université St-Paul

Bachelor Aid

Doctorat en histoire

University of Montreal

PhD

Bachelor of Arts in History

Mount Allison University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

Mount Allison University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in History

Macewan University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in History

St. Francis Xavier University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

Macewan University

Bachelor

PhD in Circumpolar History and Culture

Northwest Territories-Nunavut College

PhD

Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Languages and Linguistics

Northwest Territories-Nunavut College

Bachelor

Indigenous Language Revitalization

Northwest Territories-Nunavut College

Master

History

University of Manitoba

PhD

Doctorate in Philosophy

Université Saint-Paul

PhD Aid

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

Université Saint-Paul

Bachelor Aid

Master of Arts in Philosophy

Université Saint-Paul

Master Aid

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Linguistics & Literature in Canada?
Tuition for Linguistics & Literature programs in Canada ranges from $4k–$17k/yr. 13% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $15k.
What are the English language requirements for Linguistics & Literature in Canada?
English-taught Linguistics & Literature programs in Canada typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Linguistics & Literature programs are in Canada?
Abroadly lists 69 Linguistics & Literature programs at 48 universities across Canada. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Is Canada a good country for Linguistics & Literature students?
Canada is a strong choice for Linguistics & Literature with 48 universities offering these programs. The primary language is English/French, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Linguistics & Literature in Canada?
In Canada, Linguistics & Literature programs are offered at: PhD (15 programs), Master (12 programs), Bachelor (36 programs), Diploma (6 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.