Program Details

Work & Labour Studies School: York University Faculty: Atkinson Faculty of Liberal and Professional Studies Degree: Bachelor ; Co-op ; Honours Field of Study: Labour Studies Description: Labour Studies explores the complex nature of work and employment, the impact of globalization and the role of trade unions. Work occupies much of our lives and it informs how we live and how we think about the world. Labour Studies explores what work is, who decides who does what, how workers respond to the conditions of the workplace, and the relationship of capital, the state and labour. Key factors include the economy, globalization, the changing nature of work and the workplace, industrial relations, gender, class, inequality, how labour is portrayed by the media, how politics is shaped by mass media and how workers' culture both informs and diverts class struggle. You will be well prepared for employment in the labour movement, private industry, government service, journalism, public or private administration, social work, law or teaching. Many students go on to graduate work in political science, industrial relations and labour law. Website: Work & Labour Studies at York University Course Based? Yes Length: 4 Year(s) Admission Requirements Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*: 74 to 79 Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English (ENG4U) Our minimum admission requirement is the completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Deadlines: Application Deadline Start Date August 15, 2011 September 7, 2011 December 7, 2011 January 3, 2012 * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information. * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.