Gender, Sexuality, & Women's Studies: Feminist Studies, BA

A concentration with a broad range, Feminist Studies covers topics ranging from politics to policy, to research methods and methodologies. For example, students with a concentration in Feminist Studies may be interested in focusing on how feminist policy has shaped political life in the United States, researching the ways that feminist advocacy has shaped political movements in Latin America, or examining how feminist approaches to research methods have transformed data collection in particular fields.

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.

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
1

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 2023 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.