Explore the dynamic interplay between society and culture with the Cultural Studies (BA in Combination) at Wilfrid Laurier University. This undergraduate program is designed for curious minds eager to understand how cultural developments shape societal issues like class, race, gender, and power. You will delve into diverse topics, from the sociology of popular culture and game studies to the nuances of networked digital cultures. By examining how humans live and interact, you gain critical insights into the world around you, empowering you to engage with contemporary issues and drive positive change.
This Bachelor of Arts degree is studied full-time on campus over four years and must be completed in combination with another BA program, allowing you to tailor your studies with options like Applied Social Research or a Human Relationships Minor. You will engage with foundational courses like "Exploring Cultural Studies" and "Studying Popular Culture," progressing to upper-year seminars on subjects such as "Game Cultures" and "Cultural Studies of Popular Music." You will graduate with a unique interdisciplinary perspective, prepared for diverse career paths and further academic pursuits in fields that value critical analysis and cultural understanding.