Make the most of your year by taking Spring or Summer 2026 Social Sciences courses at McMaster University. Explore flexible online and virtual options designed to help you get ahead, stay on track, or try something new.
At McMaster University, we pride ourselves on our dedication to academic excellence and cutting-edge research. Our distinguished faculty members are not only award-winning researchers but also passionate mentors who are committed to guiding you through your academic journey.
Email the Social Sciences Academic Advising team – we’re here to help you plan your Spring or Summer term.
Spring and Summer 2026 courses offer flexibility, smaller classes, and opportunities to explore new subjects at your own pace.
Take advantage of additional course offerings to lighten future terms or accelerate your progress.
Focus on fewer courses at a time so you can balance school, work, and personal commitments.
Benefit from more interaction with instructors and peers in an engaging, supportive environment.
Access special topics and interdisciplinary courses offered only during Spring or Summer.
If you’re enrolled at another university or college, you can take Spring or Summer 2026 Social Sciences courses at McMaster as a Visiting Student and earn credit toward your degree.
We offer two flexible course formats. Each course listing notes whether it is Online or Virtual.
Complete coursework on your own schedule each week. No live log-in times required.
Attend live classes online at set times each week (Eastern Time). Instructors use this time to teach new content, review material, and guide interactive activities.
Spring and Summer 2026 courses are open to current McMaster students and visiting students from other universities or colleges.
Current McMaster students enrol through Mosaic. Visiting students must follow the Visiting Student application process before registering.
Courses are offered in two formats: Online (asynchronous) and Virtual (live online classes). Each course listing shows the delivery type.
Yes. Spring and Summer Social Sciences courses count toward your McMaster degree, and visiting students can often transfer credits back to their home institution.
Yes. These courses allow you to lighten your fall or winter course load, stay on track, or accelerate your degree.
Start dates vary by course. Check the Spring 2026 and Summer 2026 course lists for details.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to advance your education and achieve your goals. Enrol directly in a spring or summer course today!