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Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies ,Certificate

Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies, Certificate

Academic programs / Undergraduate minors and certificates / Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies

Culture, Feminism, Social Justice, Social science, Transdisciplinary, history, politics

Explore the social and cultural constructs of gender in this certificate program.

Description

The gender, women and sexuality studies certificate program provides students with an intersectional approach to the study of gender, race, class, ethnicity and sexuality in national and transnational contexts. This program enables students to write well, think critically and analyze problems effectively.

At a glance
Program requirements

The gender, women and sexuality studies certificate requires a minimum of 18 credit hours, of which at least 12 must be completed at the upper-division level. Each course must be completed with a a grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or higher.
Required Course -- 3 credit hours
Elective Core Course -- 3 credit hours
Electives -- 12 credit hours
WST 100 and WST 300 cannot be used to fulfill the elective requirement.
Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.

Enrollment requirements

A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded prior to the award of an undergraduate degree. A student already holding an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.

Program learning outcomes

Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:

  • Analyze the ways in which gender intersects with other social locations in shaping ideology, as well as social, political and cultural institutions.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of key concepts, critical debates and interdisciplinary approaches and methodologies that have shaped the field of women and gender studies.
Career opportunities

Graduates who have combined the certificate in gender, women and sexuality studies with their major program of study may increase their marketability to employers.

Graduates often decide to pursue employment in law, education, public service, and human welfare and social work. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.

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What are accelerated programs?
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

3 year programs

These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
What are concurrent programs?
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
What are joint programs?
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

What constitutes a new program?
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the “New Programs” option.
What are online programs?
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
What is the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)?
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) is a program in which residents of western states (other than Arizona) may be eligible for reduced nonresident tuition. See more information and eligibility requirements on the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program.

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