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Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Archaeology

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Join one of the largest and most esteemed Archaeology programs in Canada to illuminate our human past and develop transferable skills that can be used in many job sectors.

As a Trent Archaeology student, you’ll get hands-on experience, learning field methods and lab techniques used to examine physical evidence, and exploring theories and approaches used by experts to understand ancient cultures and past civilizations.

Psychology

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In Psychology at Trent you will gain a better understanding of yourself and others, diving into a scientific discipline with a multitude of practical applications.

Psychology majors examine a broad range of topics, with the opportunity to design your degree to focus on more specialized areas of study including neuroscience, language and cognition, emotional intelligence, sexuality, aging and cognition, memory, and childhood development, just to name a few.

Global Development Studies

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Global Development Studies (GDST) at Trent equips students with the tools to understand and analyze societal transformation. 

With a curriculum built from 10 academic departments, GDST explores wide-ranging themes, such as poverty, conflict, the environment, and gender. Learn from anthropologists, political scientists, economists, and other experts in courses that integrate theory and practical learning and emphasize critical thinking and social justice. 

French Studies

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Beyond learning a language, French Studies at Trent will guide you in developing a deep understanding of the culture, literature, and experiences of francophones in Canada and around the world.

Sociology

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In Sociology at Trent, you will find yourself questioning and critically exploring the relationships between individuals, groups, institutions, and societies, and the organization, processes, and consequences of social life with a focus on topics such as class, gender, race, work, health, culture, and migration.

Learn and work with a multidisciplinary mix of experts in the fields of aging, criminal justice, healthcare, popular culture, and sexuality in supportive research environments.

Gender & Social Justice

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Explore the ways gender and systems of power have shaped our culture, history, and contemporary society in this unique interdisciplinary degree program at Trent.

English Literature

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In this uniquely flexible program, you’ll have a chance to pursue your own passions, while being introduced to key historical and contemporary periods, genres, and ideas. 

Studying literature at Trent will encourage you to develop important skills – in close reading and clear and persuasive writing – that will help you in any career. 

Canadian Studies

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As the first university in the country to establish a Canadian Studies program, Trent is renowned for national and international expertise and leadership in this important field of study.

In this diverse, interdisciplinary program, students develop insight into the life and history of Canada and the role it plays in today’s world.

Political Studies

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Trent’s versatile Political Studies program introduces students to a variety of political topics, while encouraging you to dive deeper into one of three concentrations in world politics, Canadian politics, or political theory.

Business & Arts

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Study at the only university in Canada to offer a wide range of joint majors in Business Administration for more career choice and flexibility.

Gain a competitive edge in the job market after graduation as you pursue your passions with a unique degree that combines your interest in business with other areas of study across the arts or the sciences.

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Combine Business Administration with other arts majors, including Psychology, Media Studies, International Development, or Cultural Studies. What path will you choose?

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