BA in Cultural Studies (Honours) in Peterborough Canada | Trent University

This unique Canadian program offers both theoretical and hands-on approaches to visual arts, media, film, theater, and music. Cultural Studies provides an intensive, analytical examination of contemporary society, revealing the underlying power structures in daily experiences. Students develop critical frameworks to analyze and produce cultural artifacts – spanning digital games to street art, traditional print to canvas works, and musical compositions to cinematic productions. The curriculum combines academic study with practical application, featuring both lecture-based and workshop-style courses across literature, visual arts, media studies, and critical theory. Participants investigate how cultural forces influence human experience while examining how we, in turn, shape culture. Professionals in advertising, marketing, and public relations oversee strategic planning and operations for commercial, governmental, and digital business sectors, working within corporations, government agencies, or specialized consulting firms.