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Career success
Study today, succeed tomorrow
From passion to profession, studying in FASS builds curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. Broaden your mind with different perspectives and develop career-ready, life-long skills. Graduate with the skills to lead extraordinary careers and make a lasting impact.
Experts + opportunities
Expertise that sets you apart in the work force
FASS students graduate with the deep knowledge, practical skills, and confidence needed to lead, innovate, and make a positive difference in their communities, workplaces, and beyond.
Learn from experts
We are leaders in education and research. We are diverse, relevant, and interdisciplinary. FASS students are taught by world-class researchers, award-winning teachers, and community members. We equip students with the knowledge they need to develop robust careers.
Paid work opportunities
FASS students are recognized for their abilities in critical thinking, communication, research, and analysis. These skills are highly regarded by managers and organizations across all sectors. Through Arts Co-op, you can explore career options, earn a competitive income, and build your resume before you graduate.
Learn to present your research
Knowing how to convincingly explain your research in posters and presentations is a skill that takes coaching and practice. We make sure you have the opportunities you need to build your confidence and professionalism.
Add global experience to your resume
From exchanges to field schools in Vanuatu, Tanzania, Finland, and Scotland, you can study abroad, earn course units, gain an international perspective, and develop global competencies valued by employers.
Career advising and workshops
Helping you get ahead in your career, our friendly Career Education Manager, Albert, holds workshops and is available for one-on-one appointments.
Labs and research
Gain hands-on, professional learning experiences by participating in FASS' many world-class research labs and groups.
Experiential learning and capstones
A growing number of our courses take students out of the classroom and into real-world learning environments where you put theory into practice.
FASS grads lead extraordinary careers
No matter which path FASS students choose, their degrees lead them to exciting and fulfilling careers. FASS grads (FASS alumni) make a difference every day in their professions in law, policy, government, human rights, social justice, and so many more fields of expertise and importance.
These are some of the most common fields in which our amazing alumni work. With the incredible range of degree options in FASS, career possibilities are limitless!
- Business and non-profit
- Communications and journalism
- Culture and heritage
- Data analysis
- Education
- Government and policy
- Health and counselling
- International relations and immigration
- Interpretation and translation
- Labour relations
- Law, human rights, and justice
- Literature and creative arts
- Public administration and civil service
- Research
- Social work
- Urban planning
SFU FASS is your best choice
Our program options and flexibility allow you to personalize your degree. We support our students to succeed academically and socially. Our expert teachers and professional opportunities prepare you for career success. When you accept SFU’s offer, your potential is limitless.
Questions? Ask Evan!
