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BA/BS in Human Rights & Equity Studies

Toronto, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #322 =

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BA/BS in Human Rights & Equity Studies at York University in Toronto, Canada is a bachelor's degree in Law programme. The programme runs for 4 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 1,358 per credit (CAD 252 per credit for local students).

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Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Law

Duration: 4 years

Local tuition: CAD 252 / credit

International tuition: CAD 1,358 / credit

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: futurestudents.yorku.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

Human Rights & Equity Studies is a Bachelor of Arts offered through York University's Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies. The programme prepares students for the growing field of institutionalized equity and social justice work, examining human rights principles, violations and redress efforts, including social and economic inequality, freedom of expression, and access to education and healthcare in Canada and globally. The curriculum combines critical thinking with real-world applications to prepare graduates for careers in social justice, advocacy or policy. The programme is offered full-time or part-time, with entry available in the fall, winter and summer terms for both first-year and upper-year students, and it also admits mature students and college or university transfer applicants. Ontario applicants need an Ontario Secondary School Diploma with ENG4U and five additional 4U or M courses.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with ENG4U and five additional 4U or M courses; equivalent requirements apply for other Canadian provinces and for international credentials such as the IB Diploma or GCE A-levels. Mature applicants (21 or older and at least two years out of high school) and university or college transfer applicants are also considered.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall, Winter and Summer

About York University

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Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1959

Students: 53,500

QS rank: #322 =

Programs: 328

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Human Rights & Equity Studies award?

York University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Law on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in Human Rights & Equity Studies take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does BA/BS in Human Rights & Equity Studies cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 1,358 per credit (CAD 252 per credit for local students).

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