Celebrating 60 years as one of SFU's founding faculties
30 departments and programs. Diverse perspectives. Unlimited potential.
One of SFU鈥檚 founding faculties, the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) is a leader in education and research. We are diverse, relevant, and interdisciplinary. We invite you to see what we are all about and encourage you to study with us, collaborate with us, and connect with us in the community.
Students and Study Options
Our students have the most choices and the best supports
FASS offers an unmatched diversity of study options. Our students study what they are passionate about, are supported academically and socially, and graduate with impressive degrees that lead them to extraordinary careers.
9,000+
current undergraduate students
750+
current graduate students
Research and Teaching
Our faculty are world-class researchers and award-winning teachers
FASS faculty members are fearless, innovative, and collaborative, continuously contributing to national and international research and development. We are innovators in new teaching methods that make learning exciting and improve student outcomes.
300+
research and teaching faculty
28
research centres and institutes
Community and Partners
Our communities are global and our partners are engaged
Our faculty actively decolonizes and reconciles the curriculum, our alumni lead extraordinary careers in exciting professions around the world, and our donors make it all possible.
200+
public events every year
68,000+
Alumni worldwide
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Upcoming Events
Our doors are open and we are here for you
Whether you are interested in studying with us or are already enroled, are a researcher or teaching faculty, community partner or donor, if you have questions, reach out. We鈥檙e happy to help you find what you need.
September 2025 marks 60 years since 51社区黑料opened its doors to its first students, faculty, and staff. As one of SFU鈥檚 founding Faculties, FASS shares this milestone with the university. I am proud that our Faculty鈥檚 collegial and collaborative work builds upon this great legacy.
S. Laurel Weldon
Dean, SFU's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Distinguished Professor of Political Science at SFU
Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada
