Bachelor of Arts in Gender and Sexuality Studies

Arcadia’s Gender and Sexuality Studies program builds the skills employers value—critical thinking, cultural awareness, research, problem-solving, and communication. Through an interdisciplinary approach, you’ll examine how gender and sexuality shape identity, culture, and society. You’ll learn to apply social analysis to real-world issues, preparing for careers in business, law, education, advocacy, social services, and beyond.

Our students will have the skills and knowledge to successfully pursue graduate training in a variety of fields, and/or careers related to law, education, public non-profits, public health, counseling, and social work.

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Featured Courses

Introduction to Gender Studies

Required Course

In this course, you’ll survey the effects of cultural values and social institutions on peoples lives. Additionally, you’ll analyze sources of gender inequality—especially in terms of the social construction of gender and sexuality—and examine the intersections of race, class, and sexuality for women. The course draws heavily on student participation to integrate personal gender experiences with a base of knowledge about women.

Sex and Society

Elective Course

Explore the multiple ways that social processes and culture construct sexuality. You will study social science research on human sexuality, the meanings of sex and gender from a sociological perspective, and the cultural mythologies that shape and inform our emotions, behaviors, and attitudes.

Gender and Sexuality Studies Abroad

Arcadia University is ranked in the top 10 in the country for study abroad. We encourage you to explore all your options.

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