Global Humanities and Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies Simon Fraser University

Overview

The Global Humanities and Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies programme at Simon Fraser University provides a rigorous interdisciplinary framework for exploring the intersections of human culture and gender dynamics. Students engage with a curriculum that balances historical perspectives with contemporary social analysis. This joint major is designed for those seeking to understand how masculinity, femininity, and human values shape global societies.

Why Global Humanities and Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies at Simon Fraser University?

This programme benefits from the combined expertise of two distinct departments within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Students gain access to a broad range of primary materials and diverse cultural texts, supported by academic advisors from both disciplines. The curriculum is uniquely structured to offer concentrations in areas such as Art and Material Culture, Hellenic Studies, and Mythologies, allowing for a tailored educational experience.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 37442 per year
• National fee: CAD 7502 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires the completion of 120 units, integrating lower and upper-division coursework from both departments. Modules may include:

• Sex Talk: Contemporary Issues in Sexuality Studies
• Gender Talk
• Feminist Action
• Global Humanities
• Classical Mythology
• Many Europes: Ancient, Medieval, Early Modern
• Art and the Humanities
• Religious Studies
• Cross-Cultural Philosophy in the Humanities

Careers with Global Humanities and Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies

Graduates are equipped with critical thinking and writing skills essential for various professional pathways. The programme prepares students for roles in public engagement, intellectual culture, and social policy development. By examining the evolution of ideology and society, students develop the analytical tools necessary for careers in community advocacy, cultural research, and international social services.