Cultural Studies Trent University

Overview

The Cultural Studies is the only program of its kind in Canada, Cultural Studies at Trent University provides a platform for you to explore both theoretical and practical paths into visual arts, media, film, theatre, and music.

Key Facts:

In this program you are encouraged to think and do, through a wide range of courses (everything from Narrative & Performance to Game Studies) as well as opportunities to practice your skills and creativity. Study with leading experts examining topics like science fiction, the history of television, or the evolution of pop music.

You can also participate in applied workshops, such as photography, drawing, podcasting, music composition, fashion, and game design.

Trent's paid co-op is an opportunity for you to gain work-integrated experiential learning that will help you get a head start on your career. The Cultural Studies co-op assists graduating students in achieving a competitive edge while generating experience within a wide range of sectors. 

Specifically, paid co-op gives you a chance to obtain 12 months of practical experience on the job, develop or enhance technical skills, explore career options, network with a variety of individuals and organizations, learn from mentors, enhance communication and presentation skills, and develop technical writing skills.

Traditionally there are three co-op work terms of paid employment, each four months long, 35 hours/week, giving students the opportunity to manage well-defined special projects at an organization. With the Cultural Studies co-op, students are encouraged to combine two work terms back-to-back creating an eight-month opportunity with one employer.

Co-opportunities

As a co-op student in Cultural Studies you can explore employment opportunities including:

• Arts & Culture
• Community Engagement
• Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
• Libraries, Museums & Archives
• Media & Communications
• Social Services