Cultural Studies

Trent University

Canada, Abbotsford

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Trent University

Canada , Abbotsford

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Peterborough

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines8-Sep-2023

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 26,191 / year

Next Intake 8-Sep-2023

Cultural Studies

About

Cultural Studies is a deep, critical dive into modern culture that will help you to uncover the hidden politics of everyday life. As a student in this program, you will gain the tools to critique and create cultural objects and practices " everything from games to graffiti, print to painting, and music to film. You'll study culture by reading, talking, and doing, taking lecture and workshop courses in literature, fine art, media, and theory. And you'll ask (and seek answers to) the questions about how culture shapes our lives, and vice versa.

Accelerated Masters

Earn your Master's degree in Cultural Studies within one year of graduation from your honours B.A.

In this program, the only one of its kind in Canada, explore both theoretical and practical paths into visual arts, media, film, theatre, and music.

Explore your strengths and career interests, and graduate with 12 months of work experience (and income) through the new four-year B.A. co-op option, giving you the competitive edge for future career success
Gain work experience in fields like theatre, media production, and curation through our fourth-year Internship in Media and Cultural Studies
Learn from professors who are defining the study of culture today, like Dr. Anne Pasek, the Canada Research Chair in Media, Culture, and the Environment
Immerse yourself in courses led by renowned theatre directors, artists, musicians, writers, and filmmakers, as you gain hands-on experience with a variety of media including photography, theatre and podcasting
Complete hands-on course work that gives you the opportunity to engage with a variety of media, including photography, theatre, music, film, radio, and podcasting

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate) with a minimum overall mark of 75%.

Career

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$20.67-$65.93/hr

Salary Range

48,900

Jobs in Canada

18,600

10YR Job Outlook

Source: Government of Canada

Career Opportunities

Filmmaker
Photographer
Communications Director
Art Critic
Fundraising Director
Game Designer
Advertising and Marketing Executive
Web Content Manager
Cultural Events Planner

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 26,191

How to Apply

You are encouraged to apply to Trent as early as possible as some programs have limited enrolment.

Ontario secondary students will use the OUAC 101 application form at www.ouac.on.ca/101
If you are not currently registered as an Ontario secondary student, please apply using the OUAC 105 application and refer to the special application instructions below. www.ouac.on.ca/ouac-105/
Domestic students (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents) not currently enrolled in an Ontario high school, and wishing to only apply to Trent University, can do so through the Trent direct application If you are an international applicant or are applying to multiple universities/programs, please apply at www.ouac.on.ca/ouac-105/

The OUAC website has many helpful resources such as Frequently Asked Questions, Video Tutorials and step-by-step guides.

Access Codes:

If you are currently enrolled in an Ontario secondary school, guidance counsellors will provide you with access codes (school number, student number, temporary PIN) to access the OUAC site and application process.

All other applicants will create user profiles on the OUAC site and will not require access codes.

Admissions Forms

Below you will find links to a variety of forms to support your application to Trent University.

Release of Information (Login to MyTrent)
Extenuating Circumstances - This form can be found under the 'Academics' tab on your myTrent portal.
Intention to Upgrade - This form can be found under the 'Academics' tab on your myTrent portal.
Mature Student Supplementary Application - The form can be found under the 'Academics' tab on your myTrent portal.
Reactivation Form - Please visit the Former Trent Students webpage for further details.
Indigenous Diploma Program Supplementary Application