The Department of Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies (GSWS) at the University of Western Ontario offers a supportive academic environment focused on gender and sexuality through a feminist lens. Our programs aim to promote human rights and social justice by exploring contemporary issues and how gender intersects with other aspects of identity and power, such as race, ethnicity, social class, disability, and age. We encourage critical reflection, analysis, and research to foster individual interests and methods of inquiry.
You can specialize in areas such as Gender and Women’s Studies, Sexuality Studies, Black Studies, Global Gender Studies, and Feminist, Queer, and Critical Race Theory.
Tuition fees for international students are not specified on the provided pages. Please refer to the University of Western Ontario's official fees and tuition information for current rates.
Estimated living costs for students are not detailed on the provided pages. Please consult the University of Western Ontario's student services or financial aid resources for this information.
International students should explore programs, check the Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies admissions page for international applicant requirements, prepare documents like transcripts and English proficiency proof, and submit the online application by the deadlines.
A degree in Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies can lead to diverse career paths, utilizing critical thinking and analytical skills developed in areas such as human rights and social justice advocacy.
Students benefit from a vibrant academic culture including alumni panels, a visiting Speaker Series, an undergraduate conference, and student-organized events and publications through the Gender Studies Students’ Collective (GSSC).