Bachelor Of Arts - Women's And Gender Studies (General) (NKJ)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Women's and Gender Studies is designed to help students explore how gender, race, and sexualities shape daily life and relationships. This program emphasizes learning from esteemed leaders in equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as sexual assault resistance education. It provides a critical lens to examine intersecting systems of oppression, including ability, class, gender, nation, race, sexuality, and spirituality. Students are encouraged to challenge traditional academic notions of knowledge and apply theoretical concepts to their own lives, becoming change agents in their communities. The program also focuses on building community capacity, empowering students to engage meaningfully in their sociopolitical environments.

Program Structure

The Bachelor of Arts in Women's and Gender Studies offers both a 3-Year General Program and a 4-Year Honours Program. Students can also opt for combined honours programs with other majors, such as business or social work. Key details of the program structure include:

• Program Length: 3 years for the General Program; 4 years for the Honours Program.
• Credits: The program requires a specific number of credits to graduate, which will be detailed in the course catalog.
• Experiential Learning: Opportunities for community engagement and research are integral to the program.
• Co-op and Internship Options: Students may have the chance to participate in co-op placements or internships to gain practical experience.

Featured Experiences

• Engagement with world-renowned leaders in equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Focus on community capacity building to empower students.
• Opportunities for original research, with over 200 undergraduate students having published or presented their work.
• Active participation in community service, with students contributing over 139,000 hours.
• Access to workshops and seminars that promote social justice and equality.

Career Options

Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in Women's and Gender Studies can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada, including:

• Human Rights Advocate: Work to promote and protect the rights of individuals and communities.
• Women’s Counsellor: Provide support and guidance to women facing various challenges.
• Gender and Sexuality Educator: Teach and raise awareness about gender and sexuality issues in educational settings.
• Women’s Substance Abuse Support Worker: Assist women dealing with substance abuse issues, providing resources and support.
• Community Development Coordinator: Facilitate programs and initiatives that enhance community well-being and engagement.

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