Overview

The Education for Change - Social Justice Education (SJE) at Lakehead University provides a comprehensive academic framework for students dedicated to addressing systemic inequalities. This advanced programme enables educators and researchers to critically analyse the social forces that perpetuate oppression within and beyond the classroom environment.

Students can tailor their academic journey by choosing between three distinct completion routes: a research-based thesis, a professional portfolio, or a course-based path. The curriculum is designed to be responsive to the needs of working professionals, offering small class sizes that facilitate deep engagement with expert faculty members.

The learning environment is enriched by the university's commitment to interdisciplinary research and its various specialised centres.

Why Education for Change - Social Justice Education (SJE) at Lakehead University?

Lakehead University is home to prestigious research entities, including two Canada Research Chairs in Environmental Education and Arts Integrated Research. Students gain access to the Centre for Place and Sustainability Studies and the Multi-Data Convergence Laboratory, providing unique resources for scholarly inquiry.

The Faculty of Education is recognised for its expertise in a wide array of specialisations, fostering a collaborative atmosphere between students and instructors. The institution also hosts the Canadian Journal of Environmental Education, offering a scholarly backdrop for those interested in the intersection of social justice and ecological politics.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 8310 per semester
• National fee: CAD 2971 per semester

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on theoretical and practical frameworks for addressing injustice. Modules may include:

• Social Justice Education
• Anti-racist Education
• Anti-classist Education
• Fat Pedagogy
• Feminist Pedagogy
• Humane Education
• Indigenous Education
• Inclusive Education
• Queer Pedagogy
• Educational Sociology
• Philosophy
• Psychology
• Law
• Policy
• Leadership
• Measurement
• Assessment

Careers with Education for Change - Social Justice Education (SJE)

Graduates of this programme are prepared for leadership roles within the education sector, policy development, and community advocacy. The advanced analytical skills gained through the study of social forces allow alumni to pursue careers in diverse industries focused on equity, diversity, and inclusion.

The programme supports professional growth for those working in formal school settings, non-formal educational organisations, and informal community contexts. By mastering the complexities of decolonization and social reform, graduates are well-positioned to influence systemic change within governmental and non-governmental organisations.