Online Bachelor of Arts in Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies
Are you passionate about creating social change? Discover how gender informs culture, history, people, and communities through Arizona State University’s Bachelor of Arts in gender, women and sexuality studies. No matter the job field you choose, you’ll be empowered to make a difference through research skills and knowledge of feminist theory.
Quick facts
Next start date: 08/21/2025
Total classes: 39
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120
What is gender, women and sexuality studies?
Gender, women and sexuality studies is an interdisciplinary field that involves analyzing societal issues through the lens of feminist theory. Through coursework and scholarly research, you’ll gain critical knowledge and a deep understanding of feminist theory and practice. You’ll also have the opportunity to challenge conventional wisdom about gender and explore many new perspectives.
Factors such as gender, race, disability and sexuality, impact how people experience the world. Mastering intersectionality can prepare you to contribute inclusive solutions to contemporary social problems.
Why is gender, women and sexuality studies important?
Issues that disproportionately affect women and other marginalized groups appear in many facets of society, including the workplace, media and social spaces. Gaining knowledge about feminist theory will allow you to recognize and challenge instances of inequity.
In this gender, women and sexuality studies program, you’ll also gain transferable skills, such as researching and writing, that you can apply to your areas of interest. You’ll graduate with greater awareness of how to interact in the world and be prepared to communicate ideas for change.
Will my diploma say ‘online’?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”
Gender, women and sexuality studies courses
You’ll take core courses that deepen your knowledge of feminist theory and the intersectionality framework. You’ll also choose a variety of electives that cover your areas of interest, such as women’s movements in the U.S., women in film and critical theories of sexuality.
Prepare for jobs in gender studies and more
After earning this women and gender studies degree, you can apply your knowledge and skills to careers across many industries ranging from public service and education to public relations and the arts. Careers include, but aren’t limited to:
Advocate
Community Specialist
Cultural Studies Professor
Human Resources Manager
Lawyer
Mediator
Public Relations Manager (PR Manager)
Social Sciences Professor
Social Services Director
Learn from leaders at the forefront of women and gender studies
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences takes a transdisciplinary approach to education with a vast spectrum of degrees in the social sciences, natural sciences and humanities. We inspire students to become socially aware critical thinkers and global citizens.
- Fulbright American Scholars.
- Guggenheim Fellows.
- MacArthur Fellows.
- Nobel laureates.
Learn from leaders at the forefront of women and gender studies
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences takes a transdisciplinary approach to education with a vast spectrum of degrees in the social sciences, natural sciences and humanities. We inspire students to become socially aware critical thinkers and global citizens.
- Fulbright American Scholars.
- Guggenheim Fellows.
- MacArthur Fellows.
- Nobel laureates.
How to apply
first-year student
You’re considered a first-year student for application purposes if you’ve never attended college or have fewer than 12 transferable credit hours.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
The largest and most diverse college at ASU
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences takes a transdisciplinary approach to education with a vast spectrum of degrees in the social sciences, natural sciences and humanities. We inspire students to become socially aware critical thinkers and global citizens.
31,572
students enrolled as of fall 2024
$161 million
in research expenditures in FY23
21
interdisciplinary schools and departments
100+
undergraduate degrees
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Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
