MA/MS in Critical Disability Studies

The Master of Arts in Critical Disability Studies at York University is an interdisciplinary graduate program examining disability through the lenses of law, anthropology, health studies, history, geography, economics, education, labour studies, political science, social work, sociology, and gender and refugee studies. It was the first program of its kind in Canada. Students may study full-time or part-time and come from varied backgrounds, including disability rights advocates, government employees, and professionals working in the disability field and non-governmental organizations. Coursework combines critical theoretical inquiry with opportunities for professional and community engagement, and students are encouraged to attend refereed conferences, publish in academic journals, and contribute op-ed writing from their first year. The MA is also offered alongside a PhD in Critical Disability Studies at York for students who wish to continue to doctoral-level research. Admission is based on a completed undergraduate degree, transcripts, a statement of interest, a writing sample, and a curriculum vitae, with two letters of recommendation required.