Undergraduate Programs
Our Undergraduate Programs
The Department of Women and Gender Studies at the University of Delaware offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary undergraduate program designed to explore the complexities of gender and its intersections with other social categories such as race, class, sexuality, and nationality. Students can pursue a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Women and Gender Studies, with options to earn an Honors Degree or complete a concentration in Domestic Violence Prevention and Services. Additionally, the department offers minors in Domestic Violence Prevention and Services (DVPS), Women and Religion, and Sexualities and Gender Studies (SGST).
The curriculum includes diverse topics from history, sociology, political science, and the arts, emphasizing critical thinking, writing, and collaborative learning. Practical experience is integrated through internships, and students receive personalized advisement to align their studies with career goals. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in advocacy, policy development, education, and more, as well as for advanced studies in fields such as law, social work, and human resources management.
Our undergraduate program
Domestic Violence Prevention & Services Program
Our unique Domestic Violence Prevention & Services (DVPS) program prepares students for careers in domestic violence prevention and services. The DVPS program trains students to become advocates for domestic violence survivors. It offers two options:
- DVPS concentration (with 10-week paid summer practicum)
- DVPS minor
Program History
Launched in 2011, our Domestic Violence Prevention & Services Program, created with a $187,000 3-year grant from the Verizon Foundation, is the only undergraduate program of its kind available in the United States.
Honors Degree
With the honors degree curriculum, students can engage deeply in the knowledge base and tailor their program to best match their interests and needs. Students can develop close relationships with their peers and faculty through courses with small class sizes and projects with faculty. To learn more, visit UD’s Honors College website.
4+1 Program
Currently enrolled undergraduate students at UD who are pursuing a degree in women & gender studies may be eligible to apply for a 4+1 bachelor’s and master’s degree program.
This option allows students to earn a graduate degree within five years. Applicants must declare their interest at the beginning of their junior year to successfully coordinate the coursework and thesis requirements.
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