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Our planet is grappling with profound socio-political and environmental crises. The Social Justice Studies (SJS) diploma equips students with vital frameworks to examine these pressing issues and envision more equitable, sustainable futures. Regardless of career or academic goals, SJS creates shared space to comprehend our complex reality and imagine transformative possibilities.This program delivers comprehensive knowledge about how academics and activists confront modern social inequalities and injustices. SJS builds robust analytical skills to investigate justice-related concerns through multiple academic lenses.Beyond theory, SJS delivers practical benefits. The program enhances undergraduate learning by expanding comprehension of societal challenges while boosting qualifications for diverse graduate studies and professional paths.Paired with a Major or Minor, a Social Justice Studies diploma expands career prospects and amplifies impact in fields like human rights advocacy, environmental conservation, cross-cultural dialogue, peacebuilding, and international development initiatives.
Program admission is non-competitive. To apply to the program you must generally have one of the following:
registration in a concurrent academic program at UVic
a previous Bachelor's degree
successful completion of at least two years of post-secondary education and experience working in the area of social justice