Pathway + Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in Sexuality, Marriage and Family Studies

Canada

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What will I learn?

Sexuality, Marriage, and Family Studies (SMF) is an interdisciplinary area of study that critically examines the intersections among sexualities, relationships, and family dynamics from theoretical, research, and applied perspectives. SMF plans rest upon a foundation of social justice and anti-oppressive practices that invite generative, critical, and inclusive discussions of issues and interactions that are salient to all human citizens. This area of study would be particularly relevant to those who intend to pursue, or are currently involved in, a career in the human services field, including health care, counselling, therapy, or teaching., Students may choose a four-year general major, an honours major (co-op and regular), an honours major with Honours Arts and Business (co-op and regular), an honours double major, or a minor. A Diploma in Sexuality, Marriage, and Family Studies is available for those who wish to do some focused study in this field, but who are either not seeking a university degree or already hold such a degree.The only one of its kind in Canada, this program goes far beyond basic anatomical knowledge and sexual health. Use different perspectives to explore relationships communication parenting how media affects our understanding of gender, sex, and relationships the impact of culture on sexual values and more, all from a social justice perspective. Meanwhile, the program itself has a real family vibe. Youll enjoy small classes and a tight-knit community at St. Jeromes University, one of Waterloo's on-campus University Colleges. With your Waterloo degree, you can choose from a slew of high-impact career paths, including teaching, counselling, social services, community engagement, and more. And you can always explore them early through the co-op stream.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Arts

Study options

Full Time (4 years)

Tuition fees
CAD$57,000.00 (34,56,850) per year
Start date

September 2025

Venue

Faculty of Arts

PAS building, room 2401,

WATERLOO,

Ontario (ON),

N2L 3G1, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants have to complete ontario high school.

  • Ontario students: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including
  • Any Grade 12 U English (minimum final grade of at least 70%)
  • Admission average: Low 80s (co-op and regular)

English language requirements:

  • Internet - based TOEFL (iBT) - 90 overall; 25 writing, 25 speaking.
  • IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall; 6.5 writing, 6.5 speaking, 6.0 reading, 6.0 listening.
  • MELAB: 85 overall; 80 per section; if you're applying to a co-op program: 3 speaking.
  • CAEL: 70 overall; 60 per band; 70 writing, 70 speaking.
  • PTE Academic: 63 overall; 65 writing, 65 speaking.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

Pathways options

Offered by other partners

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