Joint Majors
Graduate with a unique set of expertise through Trent’s joint major degree pathway. Joint major students at Trent describe the experience as the best of both worlds as you are able to take courses across the arts, sciences, and our professional programs. Want to see more representation in our governments? Pair a Political Studies degree with Gender & Social Justice. Want to immerse yourself in today’s technology? Couple Media Studies with Computer Science. With nearly limitless program combinations, you can choose a path that reflects your personal interests and career ambitions.
Popular Joint Majors
At Trent, you have the flexibility to combine nearly any two programs of your choice. To help you narrow it down, here’s a list of some of our most popular combinations:
- Media Studies & Psychology
- Biology & Psychology
- Environmental Studies & Biology
- Child & Youth Studies & Psychology
- Geography & Canadian Studies
- Economics & Philosophy
- Computer Science & Economics
- English & Politics
Explore other popular joint major combinations within our professional programs like Business Administration and Forensic Science.
The Trent Joint Major Advantage
- Experience the ease of combining programs across the arts and sciences and Trent's one of-a-kind professional programs
- Receive academic advising to support you throughout your joint major degree
Degrees Offered:
- B.A. (Honours)
- B.Sc. (Honours)
Locations:
- Durham GTA
- Peterborough
Resume Boosters:
- Gain diversity of knowledge that today’s employers are looking for by specializing in two academic disciplines
- Get hands-on experience applying knowledge from your majors through a wide variety of experiential learning opportunities including workshops, field studies, internships, community research projects, and undergraduate research projects
- Pursue scholarship, bursary, and research grant opportunities across more than one academic department to demonstrate your academic excellence and expertise
"Bridging the gap between environmental science and business is vital, given the current state of environmental affairs around the world."
Career Paths:
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