Program Description Gain the diversity of knowledge today's employers are looking for by studying and specializing in not one, but two academic disciplines.
History One of the most established and versatile university majors, the study of History paves the way for discovering human behaviour patterns, seeing beyond stereotypes, and discerning the difference between assumption and fact. As a History student at Trent, you'll have the opportunity to explore a variety of political and cultural themes while developing dynamic research, analytical, and communication skills that will become invaluable tools for your future career. Choose to focus your courses thematically, such as the Holocaust or the History of Crime, or by time period and location.
Media Studies The dynamic Media Studies program at Trent takes a multidisciplinary approach to the understanding of media practices and effects, giving you a platform to gain practical multimedia experience and flex your creative muscles. Here, you'll draw from an interdisciplinary curriculum including a wide variety of different subjects, including hands-on workshops in film, and a variety of other new media. You can create a portfolio of your work with innovative new media, including: writing zines, coding video games, programming radio shows, and more.
Resume Boosters: Study history firsthand studying abroad at one of many partner universities around the world Pursue the Museum Management and Curatorship postgraduate certificate program offered in partnership with Fleming College Small group teaching environment means you’ll know your profs and they will know you – a great advantage for that personal reference after graduation Chart your own path taking courses from a dozen contributing departments including Anthropology, Cultural Studies, Computing Systems, and Political Studies Take workshop, internship, and community-based research courses with professors and media professionals Create a portfolio of your work with media new and old: write zines, compose music, code videogames, report the news, program radio shows, and more
