University of Toronto

Overview

The Master of Arts (M.A.) in Social Justice Education at the University of Toronto provides an in-depth exploration of how education interacts with concepts of power, equity, and social change. Through this program, students engage with critical theories and research methodologies to analyze educational environments and cultivate justice-oriented solutions.

What you'll study

This course-based graduate program enables students to design a tailored academic trajectory, supported by faculty guidance. The curriculum typically includes:

• Core courses focusing on key concepts and issues in social justice education.
• Research methods and/or theory courses, which may be required for some students.
• Elective courses from related fields, contingent upon approval for Social Justice Education credit.
• Opportunities for out-of-department course enrollment, subject to prior consultation with a faculty advisor.

Topics of study encompass a broad range of critical areas, including:

• Anti-racism, critical race theory, and Indigenous studies.
• Feminist and gender studies.
• Queer and disability studies.
• Class, poverty, and education.
• Media, communication, and aesthetics.
• Post-colonial, diaspora, and transnational studies.
• Francophone studies.
• Cultural and philosophical contexts in education.
• Democracy, ethics, and social class.

Your faculty advisor will assist in selecting courses to ensure alignment with your academic interests and career aspirations.

Entry requirements

Career prospects

Graduates of the M.A. in Social Justice Education will be well-equipped to pursue various career paths, including roles in educational institutions, non-profit organizations, policy-making, and community activism. The program's emphasis on critical thinking and social equity prepares students to become influential leaders in advocating for social justice and transformative educational practices.