Social Justice Gender and Women's Studies
Career & Academic Pathways >> Social Science
Contact Information
Dawn Rae Davis (Department Chair)
(831) 645-1332
ddavis@mpc.edu
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Program Overview

How does gender affect the lives of all people and the social, political, and economic organization of society? This program prepares students to transfer into the California State University system while taking courses that investigate gendered systems through a social justice framework and intersectional methods attentive to race, ethnicity, and sexuality. Coursework is flexibly applicable to a range of transfer programs at CSU campuses, including sociology and human services.

Job Outlook

Equipped for research, analysis, and communication jobs, Gender and Women’s Studies graduates possess skills in high demand in business, legal services, human resources, community services, non-profit, philanthropy, and victim advocacy careers. A high number of graduates work as project managers, researchers, and professional fundraisers. In business, U.S. companies are prioritizing corporate social responsibility like never before — seeking employees with expertise in equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Potential Careers

Victim Advocates 

$29,140 - $52,727

*Social/Community Service Mgrs.
(may require additional training)

$38,530 - $119,050

*Non-profit Development Directors
(may require additional training)

$74,060 - $208,000

*Attorneys
(may require additional training)

$75,610 – $208,000

*Human Resource Managers
(may require additional training)

$79,770 - $208,000+

MPC Degrees and Certificates

  • Social Justice: Gender and Women's Studies - Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T)

Suggested Course Sequence (AA-T)

Year 1

FALL
 UNITS
 SPRING UNITS

ENGL 1A 

 3

ENGL 2 

 3

MATH 16 or PSYC/SOCI 19

 4

GWOS 30

 3

GWOS 1 

 3

GWOS 4

3

GWOS 10

 3

GWOS 12

 3

SOCI 1

 3

Area 5B

 3
       
Total Fall Units
 16
 Total Spring Units
 15

Year 2

FALL
 UNITS
 SPRING UNITS

Area 1C (CSU requirement)

3

Area 3A or 3B

 3
ETNC 10 or 13 3    GWOS 15 rec.  
Area 5A & C 4  Area 6 (UC requirement)  3-5
UC Elective 

3

    or UC Electives  

   GWOS 3 or 5 rec.

   UC Elective  3
UC Elective 3     GWOS 40 rec.  
    UC Elective  3
       ETNC Course rec.  
    UC Elective  0-1
       LIBR 50 rec.
  
       
Total Fall Units
 16 Total Spring Units 12-15

This is a suggested sequence of coursework and is one pathway for students to earn their degree/certificate. This is not an official educational plan. A counselor is able to assist you with creating a personalized education plan based on your academic, career, and personal goals. For more information about counseling and up-to-date program requirements, please visit www.mpc.edu/counseling. 

Testimonials 

Moises Renoso Colin

Gender and Women’s Studies has taught me so much and made me very passionate about gender, race, and intersectionality. I originally was going to MPC for Human Services but [then I learned] …  how this GWOS degree would actually help me in the future for my Human Services career. Getting this degree has helped me branch out and pursue community job opportunities that will help low-income families. Loved these courses!