Sexuality
What can I do with my degree in Sexuality?
About the program
Interdisciplinary studies in Sexuality’s areas of focus include the study of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, intersex, queer, asexual, heterosexual, pansexual, monogamous, non-monogamous, and polyamourous lives, at the intersections of feminism, gender, race, class, politics, culture and more. Courses highlight Indigenous, Black, migrant, diasporic, transnational, decolonizing, postcolonial, disability, and other critical frameworks. As a student in this program, you’ll cross traditional disciplinary boundaries by engaging with sexuality in areas like art history, film, biology, religion, and sociology and you'll have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience with many different communities that shape the arts, public health, advocacy, and activism. For the latest information on programs, visit the Interdisciplinary Studies in Sexuality page.
Skills developed
As a student in Religions and Cultures, you will have the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills listed in below. Your transferrable skills can be applied to many different jobs and situations that go beyond this field.
- Understand and explain inequalities and privileges
- Apply knowledge of the intersections of class, race, gender, sexuality, ability and geography to complex social problems
- Explore the social and cultural constructs of gender and their link to race, sexual orientation and socio-economic class
- Gain insight into popular theories, research practices and methodologies associated with gender and sexuality
- Acknowledge the importance of organizations and advocacy groups
- Communicate ideas clearly by listening carefully and responding comprehensively
- Read critically and write persuasively
- Explain complex concepts and ideas to others effectively
- Write reports and essay
- Explain complex concepts and theories to others
- Interact with others and build professional relationships
- Manage tasks and meet deadlines
- Work under pressure
- Influence and persuade
- Make decisions and use sound judgement
- Delegate
- Manage conflict
- Give and receive feedback
- Lead and follow
- Negotiate
- Observe and Interpret Data
- Analyze and evaluate conflicting information to make a good judgement or conclusion
- Understand complex problems and identify solutions
- Advertising Agencies
- Child & Youth Protection Agencies
- Civil/Human Rights Agencies
- Community and Public Health Services
- Counselling Centres
- Crisis Centres
- Educational Institutions
- Family Services Organizations
- Government
- Group Homes
- Health Care Centers/Facilities
- Hospitals
- Housing
- Judicial Systems, Law Firms and Legal Aid Services
- LGBTQ Community Services
- Lobbying Groups
- Management Consulting Firms
- Market Research Firms
- Mental Health Clinics
- Newspapers, Magazines and Publishing Companies
- Non-Governmental/Non-Profit Organizations
- Police Departments
- Public Interest and Policy Groups
- Public Relations Firms
- Radio, Television and Film
- Rehabilitation Centres/Facilities
- Research Organizations
- Sexology Clinics
- Sexual Assault Centres
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases Clinics
- Shelters
- Social Service Agencies
- Special Education Centers
- Volunteer Services
- Women Rights and Services Organizations
What jobs can a Bachelor’s degree in Sexuality lead to?
Please note that many positions listed below may require related extra-curricular activities, volunteer or work experience.
For details on these job titles, main duties and employment requirements visit Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC).
- Case Manager
- Child and Youth Worker / Officer
- Community Affairs Specialist
- Community Development Coordinator
- Community Development Worker
- Community Relations Specialist
- Community Services Coordinator
- Coordinator at LGBTQ Community Services
- Crisis Intervention Worker
- Diversity Consultant/Advisor
- Domestic Violence Program Coordinator
- Family Service Worker
- Fundraiser
- Gender Equity Advisor
- Human Rights Officer
- Human Rights/Women’s Rights Advocate
- Outreach Worker
- Program / Project Coordinator
- Program Associate at Human Right Organizations
- Program Coordinator at Women’s Rights Information Centre
- Relief Staff, Family Shelter
- Sexual Assault/Sexual Abuse Educator
- Sexuality Educator
- Social Services Worker
- Staff at Family Counselling Centre
- Workshop Facilitator
- Corporate Communications Coordinator/Educator
- Events Coordinator
- Human Resource Clerk
- Human Resources Diversity Specialist
- Market Research Assistant/Analyst
- Public Relations Assistant/Coordinator/Specialist
- Recruiter
- Sales Manager
- Correction Officer
- Employment Equity Officer
- Foreign Service Officer
- Health Policy Development Officer
- Human Rights Officer
- Liaison Officer
- Probation and Parole Officer
- Program Development Officer
- Public Administration Assistant
- Public Information Officer
- Public Policy Analyst
- Public Relations Officer
- Admissions Officer/Advisor
- Career Advisor
- Editorial Assistant
- Education Specialist
- Program/Academic Advisor
- Research Assistant/ Coordinator
- Social Research Assistant
- Women’s Health Care Educator
- Writer/Editor
Jobs and career possibilities with a Master's and PhD in Sexuality
The job titles listed below are examples of careers requiring further education such as an MA or PhD degree, a second bachelor degree, a certificate or a graduate diploma and relevant work experience.
For details on these job titles, main duties and employment requirements visit Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC).
- College Teacher
- Consultant
- Family Counsellor
- Forensic Psychologist
- Journalist
- Lawyer
- Marriage Counsellor
- Mediator
- Psychologist/Psychotherapist
- Public Relations Specialist
- Sexologist
- Sexuality Counsellor
- Social Worker
- Sociologist
- Teacher
- University Professor
- Youth Counsellor
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Browse the websites below to find jobs available in Quebec and Canada related to your field of study. You can also search the CAPS online job bank or find employers in Canada that hire new graduates in your field.
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