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Minor in Science, Technology, and Society [Arts]


General Information


This minor is commonly taken as part of the Bachelor of Arts  program, which has additional regulations and requirements, including specific regulations for cross-listed courses.

Students from other programs should note the regulations and requirements on their own program page.

The interdisciplinary program in Science, Technology, and Society offers both a Major and Minor. Information on faculty advisors for this program is available from Media and Technology Studies in the Faculty of Arts.

This interdisciplinary major or minor subject of concentration will enable students to apply the approaches of the social sciences and humanities to understand science and technology as human and social activities. It  will also enable them to study the impact of science and technology on societies past and present.

Requirements for the Minor


A minor in Science, Technology, and Society requires a minimum of 12 units to 42 units at the senior level including: