The Black Canadian Studies Certificate (BCS) studies Black Canada from the perspective of cultural studies, history, literature and music. While other programs deal with racism and race, they often gloss over theoretical questions of how Blackness operates as a unique racial and cultural category. This certificate is intended to examine the historical, cultural and various […]
Certificate This is the place to learn and examine the histories, cultures and experiences of Black Canada. You’ll learn about people of African descent in the Americas through cultural studies, history, literature and music. In this unique certificate you can combine multiple disciplines and complete your certificate alongside your existing undergraduate degree program or you […]
Exchange programs are coordinated through York International. Typically, you must be enrolled in an Honours Program and have completed two years of study at York. Graduate students may pursue research and/or attend classes related to their studies. In all cases, approval of the student's major department is required to ensure compatibility between York and the […]
The humanities program offers a wide-ranging and integrated interdisciplinary curriculum. Our courses explore, examine and appraise cultures affected by conquest, colonization and other forms of domination to better comprehend both their unique traditions and their dialogues of resistance. Other offerings analyze the ways in which new technologies and digital media have changed understandings of natural […]
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Getting involved with your program’s student association is a great way to connect with like-minded peers. Through guest lectures, seminars, career workshops and social events, you’ll get to network and enrich your education experience. Scroll down to see the various student associations affiliated with the humanities department. Quick Links Affiliated Colleges Peer Support Campus Life […]
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We want you to take your studies out of the classroom and into the community. You’ll find many opportunities to get practical work training, meet peers in and outside your program, learn new skills and just have fun. Whether you choose to engage on campus, in the community, or abroad, you’ll gain valuable experience. LA&PS […]