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The Undergraduate Calendar is the canonical source for degree requirements. Please consult the Women's Studies section of the Calendar [PDF] for the complete course requirements and course descriptions in these programs.
Please also consult the core and elective BA Degree Requirements and the Certificate Programs information on the Concordia website.
Please note: Every year some courses are offered in various departments which are not listed in the Calendar but have substantial content relating to women. These may be recognized for credit as part of the list of "Optional Courses". To have such a request authorized, you must fill out a Student Request Form and have it signed by the Academic Advisor for Women's Studies. Student Requests are processed by a special committee of the Arts and Science Faculty.
Students may choose to do a Minor (30 credits), a Certificate (30 credits) or a Major (42 credits) in Women's Studies. The SdBI also offers a Specialization (60 credits) for those whose goal is to go on to graduate studies.
Minor in Women's Studies - 30 credits
Combined with a major in another field, a Minor in Women's Studies offers students new and critical ways to think about knowledge. In the past, students majoring in History, English, Communications, or Studio Arts have pursued a Minor in Women's Studies.
Courses for MINOR (if you started this program in Fall 2012 or later)
Courses for MINOR (if you started this program prior to Fall 2012)
Certificate in Women's Studies - 30 credits
The Certificate in Women's Studies is intended for individuals who already hold a BA in another area and who would like to pursue Women's Studies in greater depth.
Courses for CERTIFICATE (if you started this program in Fall 2012 or later)
Courses for CERTIFICATE (if you started this program prior to Fall 2012)
BA Major in Women's Studies - 42 credits
Students who elect to do a major make a commitment to women's studies as their main field of inquiry. A major in women's studies appeals to students who are passionate about feminism and who would like to devote themselves to studying its history, theory, and political action.
Courses for MAJOR (if you started this program in Fall 2012 or later)
Courses for MAJOR (if you started this program prior to Fall 2012)
BA Specialization in Women's Studies - 60 credits
This degree is the most advanced available, it is equivalent to what is often called an "Honours Programme." A BA Specialization is the best option if you are interested in going on to graduate studies. A BA Specialization requires students to research and write a thesis. This project helps prepare students for advanced academic study. Previous Institute graduates have pursued advanced studies in Women's Studies, Communications, and Law.
Courses for SPECIALIZATION (if you started this program in Fall 2012 or later)
Courses for SPECIALIZATION (if you started this program prior to Fall 2012)
