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Women’s and Gender Studies

School of Liberal Arts
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Program Overview

Open to both women and men, the Women’s and Gender Studies programs look at the lives, contributions and experiences of women, as well as the social construction of men. The programs focus on materials by and about women, place women’s knowledge at the centre of the process and incorporate a number of academic disciplines—history, literature, sociology, psychology, anthropology and social work. Because the program is interdisciplinary and cross-divisional in its approach, core courses appeal to students in programs beyond the School of Liberal Arts, particularly to students in the School of Health, Education and Human Services. As well, the program presents an ideal continuing education opportunity for individuals now employed.

Required Courses

Certificate (30 credits)
Diploma (60 credits)

NOTE: When selecting WMST A- and B-level courses and 200-level WMST courses, students should consult with the Coordinator of Women’s and Gender Studies or a program advisor.

WMST A-level courses

Criterion: at least 70% focus on women’s perspectives, experience and gender issues

WMST B-level courses

Criterion: at least 30% focus on women’s perspectives, experience and gender issues

200-level WMST and GSTD courses
NOTE: Excepting Multimedia Communication and Visual Arts, all School of Liberal Arts programs require completion of ENGL 100: English Composition. Students are encouraged to take ENGL 100 in their first term of study. Students can enrol in ENGL 100 if they have ONE of the following:

Admission Requirements

     
  • grade 12 graduation with English 12; OR
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  • Mature Student Status with acceptable scores on College Assessments, the GED® test or the LPI test

If students do not meet either admission requirement, they should explore entry options with a program advisor.

Other Requirements

     
  • complete at least 50% of the work at Yukon College
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  • maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 (C average)

Transferability

Liberal Arts courses and programs are transferable to most universities and colleges in Canada and Alaska, either by program or on a course-by-course basis.

Duration

Certificate: minimum one year

Diploma: minimum two years

Both programs can be completed on a full- or part-time basis.

Ancillary Fees

For information on program fees and ancillary fees related to courses, please see the Tuition & Fees page.