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Discover a field that helps you understand the world — and your place in it.

Drawing on sociology, history, philosophy, literature, media and the arts, Black Studies is an interdisciplinary field that examines the structures shaping Black lives, from the legacies of colonialism to contemporary realities and lived experiences, while centering Black knowledges and experiences.
 

Why it matters

Black histories in Canada span more than four centuries, yet they remain underrepresented in many curricula. These programs address this gap by engaging with the lived experiences of Black communities, including articulations of injustice, resistance and resilience, while connecting them to broader global diasporic contexts.
 

What you’ll explore

• Social justice, inequality and systems of power
• Intersectional perspectives on race, gender and class
• Black histories, cultures and contributions in Canada and beyond
• Creativity and humanity in the Canadian context and its diasporic connections
• Community-based and interdisciplinary research approaches
   

Flexible options for your studies

• A 24-credit minor you can combine with your major
• A 30-credit certificate you can pursue on its own or alongside your program
   

"For me, it’s about being able to have my culture in an academic setting… and knowing that it’s important."

— Markus Samuel, Concordia student

* Avis aux étudiantes et étudiants francophones : Notez que les cours se déroulent en anglais, mais que vous êtes autorisés, à Concordia, à écrire vos travaux en français.