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Build a solid grounding in social theory and its practical applications. Investigate varied subjects and approaches, analyzing challenges such as inequality, power dynamics, climate crises, and colonial legacies through analytical frameworks. Engage with both historical and modern concerns surrounding sociopolitical philosophy, equity and inclusion, ecological sustainability, marginalization and belonging, migration and worldwide progress.
Study under our distinguished faculty members. Take advantage of their involvement in global research initiatives including MediaClimate, the Toda Peace Institute, York's Green Campus Coop, the Canadian Fair Trade Network and the Canadian Association for Studies in Cooperation.
Key learning outcomes
Develop skills for envisioning and driving societal change, while honing analytical, interpretive and communication abilities.
Explore connections between environmental justice, cultural identity and social structures, and how ideas influence collective realities
Acquire a justice-oriented worldview and tools for personal growth through learning. Discover the importance of meaningful civic participation.