Discover the Arts and Social Sciences
Land Acknowledgement
Carleton University acknowledges the location of its campus on the traditional, unceded territories of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg nation. In doing so, Carleton acknowledges it has a responsibility to the Algonquin people and a responsibility to adhere to Algonquin cultural protocols.
Welcome to a Community That Makes a Difference
Begin your transformative academic journey with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, where you can tailor your university experience to reflect what matters most to you.
With over 30 undergraduate programs, we encourage collaboration and exploration across diverse fields, addressing contemporary issues like social justice, mental health, decolonization and sustainability, while embracing the power of creative expression.
Our programs blend impactful classroom learning with practical, hands-on experiences, connecting you with inspiring professors, driven peers, and accomplished alumni. Guided by our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, we ensure that all voices are valued and every student is empowered to achieve their goals.
Located in Ottawa, Canada’s capital city, Carleton University’s Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences provides unmatched access to government institutions, museums, NGOs, and a thriving tech sector — paving the way for your future success.
Our Faculty at a Glance
4,900+ undergraduate students
in 2025-2026
330+ faculty and instructors
31 undergraduate programs
Ranked #1 in SSHRC grants
2025 Maclean’s comprehensive university ranking
12 programs available with co-op options
65K+ alumni worldwide
Opportunities for You
First-Year Seminars (FYSM)
As an Arts and Social Sciences student, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a First-Year Seminar (FYSM), designed to explore captivating topics in out-of-the-box ways.
Experiential Learning
Arts and Social Sciences students gain invaluable real-world experience through co-op programs, practicums, field courses, community partnerships, in-class experiential learning, and international travel opportunities.
Signature Spaces
Our faculty is home to several unique spaces designed for arts, performance, and community-gathering events, including the Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre in downtown Ottawa and the Carleton University Art Gallery located right on campus.
Student Research
Through initiatives like the Carleton University Research Opportunity Program, the Students as Partners Program, and independent fourth-year research projects, students can explore new frontiers and shape their academic journeys.
News and Stories
Jennifer Evans Awarded SSHRC Destination Horizon Europe Grant
Congratulations to History professor Jennifer Evans, who was awarded a Destination Horizon Europe Grant by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) in the …
Carleton University Researchers Awarded Over $6.3 Million from SSHRC
Seventeen Arts and Social Sciences researchers to receive funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council.
Stephan Gruber Awarded NSERC Discovery Grant
Congratulations to Prof. Stephan Gruber, who was awarded an NSERC Discovery Grant in the November 2025 competition.
Upcoming Events
Sep 9
Graduate Funding Workshop
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1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
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2017 Dunton Tower, Carleton University
Sep 14
Vernissage – Faces of Exile: The Arrusi and the Policing of Gender and Sexuality in Fascist Italy
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3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
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History Lounge and Foyer (433 Paterson Hall) Paterson Hall, Carleton University
Multi Day
Ontario Universities’ Fair
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September 26 to 27
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Off-Campus, Carleton University