Gender & Social Justice

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

Durham GTA

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines8-Sep-2023

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 26,191 / year

Next Intake 8-Sep-2023

Gender & Social Justice

About

Explore the profound ways gender relations have shaped culture, history and contemporary society. In this program, you will examine a broad range of feminist perspectives through a social justice lens. Dive deep into conversations about labour, reproductive rights, health, popular culture and social movements, law, climate justice, size discrimination, and globalization. Drawing on anti-oppressive, arts-based and social science frameworks, you will develop an interdisciplinary understanding of feminist thought and practice, and the ways they intersect with critical race, disability, decolonial, performance and sexual diversity studies.

Engage with dedicated faculty who are actively involved in research in areas like gender research, education, and advocacy " including the Canada Research Chair in Feminist and Gender Studies.

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 edge for future career success
Put your knowledge to the test through a community-based gender research project working with organizations like The Elizabeth Fry Society or the Ontario Public Research Interest Group
Calibrate a skillset that includes a gendered lens on key issues, invaluable for those seeking careers in social work, teaching, human resources, or politics
Access awards and bursaries exclusive to Gender and Social Justice students
Engage with award-winning authors, filmmakers, performance artists, 2SLGBTQIA+ activists

Requirements

Entry Requirements

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

Career

Featured

Human Rights Specialist

Social policy researchers, consultants and program officers conduct research, develop policy and implement or administer programs in areas such as consumer affairs, employment, home economics, immigration, law enforcement, corrections, human rights, housing, labour, family services, foreign aid and international development. They are employed by government departments and agencies, industry, hospitals, educational institutions, consulting establishments, professional associations, research institutes, non-government organizations and international organizations or they may be self-employed.

$21.50 - $51.28/hr

Salary Range

81,000

Jobs in Canada

32,600

10YR Job Outlook

Source: Government of Canada

Career Opportunities

Lawyer
Policy Advisor
Community Development Worker
Social Worker
Counsellor
Healthcare Professional
Equity Advisor
Human Rights Advocate
Researcher
Program Manager
Psychologist
Child Welfare Worker
Teacher
Journalist

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