Interdisciplinary Social Science York University

Overview

The Interdisciplinary Social Science programme at York University encourages students to dedicate their undergraduate studies to transformative thought. This degree provides a robust framework for understanding the complex relationship between self, culture, and the wider society.

Participants explore a vast array of topics through critical lenses, including power dynamics, inequality, and settler colonialism. The curriculum is designed to help students develop essential skills in critical reading, writing, and analytical thinking. By examining historical and modern issues, learners gain a deep perspective on social justice and civic empowerment.

The teaching staff includes award-winning professors who are actively involved in significant international and local research initiatives.

Why Interdisciplinary Social Science at York University?

York University offers a distinctive learning environment where social theory meets practical application. Students have access to experiential education opportunities, including work-integrated learning and community-focused projects. These features allow learners to apply their classroom knowledge to tangible social challenges.

The programme's strength lies in its diverse research partnerships and institutional engagement with cooperatives and global development networks. Studying at the Keele Campus provides access to modern facilities and a vibrant academic community dedicated to sustainability and social exclusion research. This interdisciplinary approach prepares students to navigate and influence a rapidly changing global landscape.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 38465 per year
• National fee: CAD 8016 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Self, Culture and Society
• Cultures of Resistance in the Americas: the African American Experience
• Social Change in Canada
• History of Evolution

Careers with Interdisciplinary Social Science

Graduates of this programme are equipped for various professional paths focused on social change and public service. Potential career destinations include roles as policy makers, educators, and journalists. Many graduates also find success as social justice community organisers, working within diverse industries to promote equity and global development.