Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Co-op

We are excited to announce 10 new co-op streams in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. The programs that are eligible for co-op are:

• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Communication, Media & Film
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Drama
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Drama in Education and Community with a Concentration in Applied Theatre
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) English
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) History
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) French
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Modern Languages and Second-Language Education (Spanish Stream)
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Philosophy
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Political Science
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Psychology

Students in their first term of a FAHSS combined honours program who would like to be considered for co-op have until Friday, October 27th to change their program to one of the eligible programs. As a reminder, they are:

• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Communication, Media & Film
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Drama
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Drama in Education and Community with a Concentration in Applied Theatre
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) English
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) History
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) French
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Modern Languages and Second-Language Education (Spanish Stream)
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Philosophy
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Political Science
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Psychology

To request a program change, students should reach out to their Admissions Officer via email. The Admissions Officer will process the change manually. They can find their assigned Admissions Officer by visiting this link: https://www.uwindsor.ca/registrar/540/contact-us (Admissions Officers are assigned by last name).

When emailing their Admissions Officer, students should mention they are preparing to apply for the new FAHSS co-op program and would like to change their major.

General degrees are not eligible for co-op. However, you can still gain work experience through other options, such as internships, volunteer opportunities, or part-time jobs. You can visit the Career Development & Experiential Learning website to learn more about these options.

Only first year students can apply for our new FAHSS co-op programs. This is because co-op is a degree program, and participating as an upper year student would delay your graduation.

Second, third and fourth year students can still get involved in different ways through the programs offered by Career Development & Experiential Learning, including the Ignite, VIP, and Job Shadow programs. You can visit the Career Development & Experiential Learning website to learn more about these options.

Curricular Experiential Learning Courses by Department

Additional experiential learning opportunities are offered by individual faculties. Please keep in mind this list is not comprehensive. Students should consult with their departments directly for more information. Applications for internship courses will be required about 3 months before the term begins, so plan in advance to take these courses.

For additional opportunities to gain experience, review your program’s experience map: Experience Maps | Office of Experiential Learning (uwindsor.ca)

Arts Management – Arts Management Internship:

Our Certificate in Arts Management program offers two enriching internships at arts organizations like the Art Gallery of Windsor and the Capital Theatre. With flexible options to intern anywhere and in any semester, unleash your creative potential and step into the spotlight of your artistic future. Join us now and turn your passion into a profession!

Certificate in Arts Management | School of Dramatic Art (uwindsor.ca)

Communication, Media & Film – CMF Internship:

Students can apply for the Communication, Media & Film Internship Course, which offers placements in various media and communication sectors, such as journalism, public relations, advertising, and more. Students can earn academic credit and gain valuable work experience while working with professionals in the field.

Internships | Department of Communication, Media and Film (uwindsor.ca)

Visual Arts – Visual Arts Internship:

Students can apply for the Visual Internship Course which allows students to gain real work experience at local arts-relevant organizations like museums or collectives. Students work 80 hours with an organization and complete several small professional development activities while networking with professionals in the field. This course generally runs every fall, winter and spring/summer.

Criminology – Criminology Professional Development Practicum:

This practicum provides students in the Criminology program with the opportunity to apply learned concepts and theory to a practical setting and to become further familiarized with an area related to Criminology. Students will be placed in organizations in the Windsor-Essex region related to their area of interest within Criminology (e.g., the law, corrections, etc.) and will be expected to dedicate a total of 100 hours to both the in-class learning and practicum components of the course. Additionally, students will be required to complete assignments as assigned by the instructor. This course is historically only offered in the winter semester.

*Please note that this course will not be offered Winter 2024.

History – Public History Practicum:

This includes a supervised practicum in a business or community setting. Students will enhance their knowledge of public history and develop skills in connections with a specific project, activity, or task. Potential site hosts are: Amherstburg Freedom Museum, Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village, Chimzuk Museum, Art Windsor Essex, and more. Historically this course is only offered in the winter.

English – Publishing and Editing Practicum:

Students can take the Publishing and Editing Practicum course, which allows them to gain hands-on experience in the production of a literary magazine, The Windsor Review. Students can learn about the editorial process, design, marketing, and distribution of a literary publication. They can also interact with writers, editors, and publishers in the field.

Practicum Courses | Department of English (uwindsor.ca)

French – French Tutoring Program:

Students can join the French Tutoring Program, which allows them to tutor French language learners in the community. Students can practice their French skills, help others improve their language proficiency, and earn volunteer hours. Students can also receive training and support from the French department.

TA Allocation - Winter - FRENCH TUTOR | Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures (uwindsor.ca)

Political Science – Job Opportunities Webpage:

UWindsor offers job opportunities for Political Science and International Relations students in government, environment, history, culture, and research. You can work or volunteer with different organizations on campus or abroad. You can also learn new skills and languages. Visit the UWindsor website or contact the departments or offices for more information.

Job Opportunities | Department of Political Science (uwindsor.ca)

CDEL Experiential Learning Programs

Students can get involved in different ways through the office of Career Development & Experiential Learning. See below for a list of programs:

Ignite Program:

The Ignite program is a work study program that lets you work on campus, earn money, and gain skills for your future career. Students could have the opportunity to work within their faculty or others on campus. For more information, visit the Career Development & Experiential Learning website or contact ignite@uwindsor.ca.

Ignite Work Study

VIP-CSL Program:
The VIP-CSL (VIP - Community Service Learning) at the University of Windsor allows students to engage with local non-profit organizations to create a positive impact on the community. Through this program, students gain practical experience, and contribute meaningfully to society, fostering personal and professional growth. It offers a unique opportunity for students to make a difference while preparing them for a successful and fulfilling future.

VIP-CSL

Job Shadow Program:

The Job Shadow program at the University of Windsor offers students the chance to shadow experienced professionals in their chosen fields, providing real-world exposure and insights. Students benefit from networking opportunities, informed decision-making, skill development, and personal mentorship, making it an invaluable experience for their future careers.

Job Shadow Experience

For Winter 2024:

Students interested in applying to co-op must complete and submit an application to mySuccess and meet the following admission requirements:

• Have a minimum cumulative average of 65%
• Have a minimum major average of 70%

Applications will open on December 1, 2023, and will close Monday, January 8, 2024, at 4 pm.

Future Admissions (for Fall 2024 start)

Students can apply for the co-op option when applying to the University of Windsor.

Selecting co-op when applying to the University of Windsor:

• High school applicants - select the co-op degree program on the Ontario University Application Centre form
• International applicants - select the co-op degreee program on the Ontario University Application Centre form