The Associate Degree in Gender, Sexualities and Women's Studies at Douglas College provides you with a critical lens to understand and engage with complex social issues. This program is ideal for students passionate about exploring the intersections of gender, sexuality, race, and class, and their impact on societal structures and individual experiences. You will delve into foundational concepts of feminism, contemporary issues in gender and sexuality studies, and gain a nuanced understanding of how these dynamics shape our world. This is your opportunity to build an intellectually stimulating foundation in a field vital for social justice and equality.
You will complete this two-year, full-time Associate Degree on campus, engaging with a curriculum designed for university transfer. The program requires you to complete specific courses in gender, sexualities, and women's studies, alongside a selection of electives from disciplines like anthropology, history, sociology, and psychology, allowing you to tailor your studies. You will graduate with 60 university transferable credits, prepared to pursue further undergraduate education or enter careers that benefit from a deep understanding of social equity, such as social work, counselling, or advocacy. Consider the optional Co-operative Education Program to gain paid, practical work experience.