Gender, Sexuality, & Women's Studies: LGBTQ Studies, BA
LGBTQ Studies is a growing field that includes courses offered in Departments and Schools across the University. Students may even wish to do a sub-concentration within this field, for example in the areas of queer cinema studies, queer literature, or queer design. There are also a growing number of courses offered which aim to cultivate LGBTQ literacy in the education and medical fields. The Program is also in the early stages of developing more courses in the field of Trans Studies, and courses taken in this field would count toward this concentration.
The minimum total course units for graduation in this major is 33. Double majors may entail more course units.
For more information: https://gsws.sas.upenn.edu/program/undergraduate/major
For information about the General Education requirements, please visit the College of Arts & Sciences Curriculum page.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| College General Education Requirements and Free Electives | ||
| Foundational Approaches + Sectors1 + Free Electives | 20 | |
| Major Requirements | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| GSWS 0002 | Gender and Society | 1 |
| GSWS 0003 | Introduction to Sexuality Studies and Queer Theory | 1 |
| GSWS Theory Course | 1 | |
| Concentration Requirements | ||
| Select 5 courses with 4 courses in at least two different departments | 5 | |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Select 4 elective courses | 4 | |
| Reseach/Capstone Requirement | ||
| Select 1 course unit | 1 | |
| Total Course Units | 33 | |
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You may count no more than one course toward both a Major and a Sector requirement. For Exceptions, check the Policy Statement.
Honors
Students with an overall GPA of 3.4 and 3.6 or better in the major are eligible for honors.
Concentrations
Students may select one of five concentrations:
- Feminist Studies
- Global Gender and Sexuality Studies
- Health and Disability
- LGBTQ Studies
- Self-designed
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2024 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.