Gender, Sexuality & Women's Studies
Degree Overview: Four Years
Acquire innovative problem-solving skills & critical thinking with this program. This program is perfect for the twenty-first century learner. With diverse students in mind, we offer flexible delivery options - in-person and virtual - so you can choose the best match for your learning and career goals. You can also personalize your studies by selecting from a range of specializations beyond the core courses.
First year will introduce you to the university environment, provide you with general education courses, and expose you to the general topics of the Program/Stream.
GSWS 1501A 9.00/Intro to Gender, Sexuality & Women’s Studies
GSWS 1511 6.00/Sex, Gender & Popular Culture
In your second year, you will complete your introductory tour through the fundamentals of the Program/Stream.
GSWS 2512 6.00 ONLN/Race, Gender and Sexuality
GSWS 2517 6.00/Activisms in Gender, Sexuality & Women’s Studies
GSWS 2600 6.00/Critical Foundations in Sexuality Studies
In the third year, you will explore the Program/Stream's specialized fields while focusing more on your particular interests.
GSWS 3505 3.00/Gender and the City
GSWS 3555 6.00/Feminist & Queer Theorizing
GSWS 3567 6.00/Feminist Life Writing: Theories, Histories, Practices and Methods
GSWS 3568 6.00/Indigenous Feminisms
GSWS3575 3.00/Professional Skills in Feminist Social Justice
In the fourth year, your classes will be smaller, and you will have several elective course options.
GWST 4509 3.00/Anti-Racist Feminism
GSWS 4531 6.00 BLEN/Work Placement in Gender, Sexuality & Women’s Studies
GSWS 4524 6.00 BLEN/Feminist Graphic Narratives
GSWS 4555 6.00/How to do Research: Feminist & Queer Methods
Students may pursue a BA major, Honours Major BA, Honours Major/Minor BA, Honours Double Major BA, Honours Double Major Interdisciplinary BA, Specialized Honours BA, or Honours Minor BA in the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies. For specific program requirements, please consult the relevant Programs of Study section. Please also book an advising appointment to review your progress through your chosen program option.
For more information, please visit the Courses website and LA&PS Academic Advising.