MA in Social Justice Studies (Research Project) in Toronto Canada | Lakehead University

The Master of Arts in Social Justice Studies offers a cutting-edge, cross-disciplinary curriculum. Students can opt for a 4 FCE course-based track or, pending approval from the Social Justice Studies Committee, substitute their final 1 FCE with a practicum, creative endeavor, or research initiative. This program equips graduates to actively promote, investigate, and champion a fairer society that upholds equity, collective responsibility, fundamental freedoms, and universal human dignity.
Three distinct pathways are available: a standard MA in Social Justice Studies, a Social Justice Studies Specialization, and an MA combining Social Justice Studies with Gender and Women's Studies. MA candidates can select from coursework, research projects, creative projects, or practicum options.
The program commences with two foundational half-credit courses: social justice theory and research methodologies. Coursework track students then select six additional half-credit electives from the approved offerings. Those pursuing research, creative, or practicum tracks complete four electives before undertaking their culminating experience. Research students submit a 40-50 page study equivalent to 1 FCE. Creative track participants deliver both their artistic work and a 20-page explanatory statement. Practicum students fulfill 200 hours with an accredited social justice organization, accompanied by a 20-page reflective report documenting their experience.