Sexuality Studies

Degree Level

Undergraduate

Duration

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Degrees Offered

Certificate, Minor

Department

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Language

Bilingual

Sexuality Studies

Ignite change as part of an exciting, close-knit community of internationally known activists, writers, scholars and teachers who are producing new ways of thinking about sex, gender and sexuality — all of which play a huge role in how our world shapes itself. You'll develop an informed understanding of all aspects of sexuality within a supportive bilingual setting that hones your language abilities, adding unique value to your degree. In this flexible, well-rounded program, you'll also gain important insights on sexuality from numerous disciplines, such as history, literature, philosophy, political science and sociology. And you'll gain key skills — communication, teamwork, critical thinking — that are essential for any career path you choose. 


Skills you'll learn

  • Understand the political and social issues of Sexuality Studies and debates in different cultures, religions and histories  
  • Gain exposure to the artistic, cultural, economic, literary and psychological aspects of sexuality  
  • Become familiar with core issues in contemporary Sexuality Studies and important debates in gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and transsexual communities 

Career opportunities

As a Sexuality Studies graduate, you are well-equipped to become a leader and changemaker. You can choose to pursue grad studies or obtain additional qualifications. Here are a few examples of possible career paths:  

  • Adult education teacher 
  • Social worker  
  • Child development specialist 
  • Sex educator  
  • Education policy consultant  
  • Therapist  
  • Life coach  
  • Women's rights activist  
  • Public policy analyst 

Visit the Career Centre for more career options in Sexuality Studies. 


Hands-on experiences

Apply the concepts and theories you're studying to real world challenges. Engage in guided practical experiences in the classroom, workplace, community and abroad. These are some opportunities for Sexuality Studies students. 

  • Join SexGen, a program at Keele Campus that addresses sexual and gender diversity in university policy, academics and the general university environment 
  • Visit our Glendon Women and Trans Centre, which offers resources, seminars and activities 
  • Participate in a club, such as the Glendon Lesbian Gay Bisexual Trans Organization, Feminist Action!, Black Women Bridging Borders and the Sexual Assault Survivor Support Line.

Courses & Curriculum

Throughout your degree, you'll find a curriculum that offers an in-depth and balanced approach to Sexuality Studies, from introductory survey courses to specialized topics, such as Critical Foundations in Sexuality Studies and Transnational Sexualities, which has a special emphasis on African, Asian, Caribbean, Latin American, Middle Eastern and Indigenous contexts. 

York University Course Website-Course View List

Students on Glendon Campus.

GL/SXST 1601 6.00 Introduction to Sexuality Studies

Category: Core Course

Language of instruction: English

Cross-listed: AP SXST 1601 6.00; GL HUMA 1601 6.00

Calendar Description

Uses interdisciplinary, transnational and intersectional perspectives to introduce the field of sexuality studies in contemporary culture. Analyses and theoretical frameworks explore various axes of power, identity and difference including class, race, ability/disability, age, sexuality, nationalism etc. in both a Canadian and transnational framework.

GL/SXST 1601 6.00 Introduction à l'étude de la sexualité

Catégorie: Cours de base

Langage d`instruction: Français

Conditions préalables: GL/HUMA 1601 6.00

Description du calendrier

Ce cours propose une introduction à la sexualité à partir d'une perspective interdisciplinaire, transnationale et intersectionelle dans le contexte culturel contemporain. Diverses analyses et grilles théoriques feront l'examen des divers axes de pouvoir, d'identité et des différences incluant la classe, la race, l'in/capacité, l'âge, la sexualité, le nationalisme, etc., en les insérant dans leur contexte canadien et transnational. 

Courses offered at the Keele Campus are administered by the School of Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies at the Keele campus. For inquiries and/or course permissions, send an email to, lapsgsws@yorku.ca.

GL/SXST 2600 6.00 Critical Foundations: Sexuality Studies

Category: Elective Course

Language of instruction: English

Cross-listed: P SXST/GWST 2600 6.00; GL GWST 2600 6.00.

Course credit exclusion: AP/WMST 2600 6.00, GL/WMST 2600 6.00.

Location : Keele Campus

Calendar Description

This course is an interdisciplinary and transnational introduction to theories, methods, themes, debates and issues that constitute the field of critical sexuality studies. The course will examine how sexuality intersects with other lines and relations of power including gender, race, class, dis/ability, family among others. It will also examine key theoretical innovations within the field of sexuality studies, as well as how theoretical directions pioneered in other fields have shaped sexuality studies.

GL/SXST 2600 6.00 Fondements critiques aux études sur la sexualité

Catégorie : Cours aux choix

Langage d `instruction: Français

Co-inscrit: GL/GWST 2600 6.00

Description du Calendrier

Ce cours propose aux étudiant.e.s une approche interdisciplinaire introduisant les théories, les méthodologies et enjeux et problématiques dans le champ des Études sur la sexualité.

Courses offered at the Keele Campus are administered by the School of Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies at the Keele campus. For inquiries and/or course permissions, send an email at, lapsgsws@yorku.ca.

GL/SXST 3602 Transnational Sexualities

Category: Elective

Language of instruction: English

Cross-listed: AP/SXST3602 3.00

Pre-requisite: six credits in SXST core or primary courses.

Location: Glendon Campus

Calendar Description 

This interdisciplinary course examines transnational and diasporic sexualities, with special emphasis on African, Asian, Caribbean, Latin American, Middle Eastern, and indigenous contexts. Prerequisite: six credits in AP/SXST core or primary courses.

GL/SXST 3603 3.00 Sexual Activism, Movements and Politics

Category: Elective Course

Language of instruction: English

Cross-listed: AP SXST 3603 3.00; GL GWST 3603 3.00

Prerequisite: six credits in AP/SXST core or primary courses.

Location : Keele Campus

Calendar Description

Examines 20th and 21st century sexual activism, movements, and politics, focusing on everyday resistance, organized protest, and mobilizations for reform and revolution.

GL/SXST 3901 3.00/6.00 Directed Readings/Travaux Individuels

Category: Elective Course

Language of instruction: English

Cross-listed: AP SXST 3901 3.00/6.00

Prerequisites: AP/SXST 2600, 12 SXST credits, and normally a minimum of 7.0 cumulative GPA. Permission of the department.

Location : Keele Campus

Calendar Description

This course enables students to pursue independent work on a specialized topic. Proposals are developed in consultation with a faculty member affiliated with the Sexuality Studies Program.

Courses offered at the Keele Campus are administered by the School of Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies at the Keele campus. For inquiries and/or course permissions, send an email to, lapsgsws@yorku.ca.

GL/SXST 4600 6.00 Queer Methods and Sex Research

Category: Core Course

Language of instruction: English

Cross-listed: AP/SXST 4600 6.00

Course credit exclusion: AP/WMST 4600 6.00, GL/WMST 4600 6.00.

Location : Keele Campus

Calendar Description

This course provides students with a critical introduction to research methods in sexuality studies.  Focus is placed on queer methods used by scholars in the social sciences, humanities, and the fine arts.  Ethical questions relating to research design, power, identity, gender, normality, objectivity, and knowledge production will be a focus of investigation.

GL/SXST 4901 3.00/6.00 Directed Readings/Travaux Individuels

Category: Elective Course

Language of instruction: English

Cross-listed: AP SXST 4901 3.00/6.00

Prerequisites: AP/SXST 2600, 12 SXST credits, and normally a minimum of 7.0 cumulative GPA.

Calendar Description

This course enables students to pursue independent work on a specialized topic. Proposals are developed in consultation with a faculty member affiliated with the Sexuality Studies Program.

Admission Requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, with average* of mid-to-high 70s  
  • A minimum of six 4U or 4M courses, including 4U English (ENG4U) or FRA4U  
  • A combination of U and M courses; OACs are accepted  
  • Proficiency in English OR French  

*Average is calculated based on the top six 4U; 4M or DU courses 

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