Academic Faculty/School: Faculty of Arts. This Bachelor of Arts (BA) with Honors in Women's and Gender Studies provides an advanced, interdisciplinary understanding of gender, sexuality, and power dynamics across diverse historical, social, and cultural contexts. The Honors program offers additional academic opportunities, including advanced coursework, mentorship, and a significant research project (Honors thesis). Students develop strong analytical, critical thinking, research, and communication skills, preparing them to engage with complex social justice issues. The curriculum addresses topics such as feminist theories, masculinities, queer studies, intersectionality, gender-based violence, and global gender inequalities. The program emphasizes putting classroom skills into practice through the Arts Work Experience (AWE) program, providing full-time, paid internship opportunities.

Graduates are well-prepared for diverse careers requiring strong analytical, communication, and critical thinking skills, particularly in fields focused on social justice, advocacy, and human relations. Career options include: Policy Analyst, Community Outreach Coordinator, Social Justice Advocate, Human Resources Specialist, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Consultant, Non-profit Program Manager, Communications Specialist, Journalist, Researcher, Educator, Librarian, Archivist, and roles in government (e.g., gender equality initiatives), NGOs (e.g., women's rights organizations, human rights groups), social services, advocacy groups, and education. The AWE program provides invaluable professional experience. The Honors stream also prepares students for further academic pursuits (e.g., Master's, PhD, Law School).

The University of Alberta is a Top 100 university in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025) and ranked #6 in the world for global impact (Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024), highlighting its academic excellence and commitment to addressing global challenges. The North campus is the University's largest and most historic campus, located near the heart of the city of Edmonton, providing a vibrant urban and academic environment. The Faculty of Arts offers a diverse curriculum and the valuable Arts Work Experience (AWE) program, providing full-time, paid internship opportunities.