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Social Science

The Social Science Degree program is offered by the Department of Social Science, providing students with a broad range of interdisciplinary social science courses. The Honours degree program is structured in five streams designated as (1) Social Theory, (2) Economy and Society, (3) Equity and Social Policy, (4) Equity and Culture, and (5) Health, Work, and Society: Canadian and Global Perspectives. Students can complete a 120 credit BA Honours degree, or a 90 credit BA degree without the stream option, or arrange for an Honours Double Major or Honours Major/Minor option.

Social Science students will study the interpenetration of culture, politics and the economy in Canadian and global contexts. They will examine current public debates about social justice issues through intensive exposure to contemporary struggles over economic and social class disparities, work and health in local and global environments, race, racism, and anti-racism, gender and sexuality, education, and the relation of community, regional, national, and global development.

Why choose this program?

Our courses include interdisciplinary areas of concentration in social theory, economy and society, equity and social policy, and equity and culture.
We�ll provide you with a solid and critical grounding in social theories, building skills and preparing you to contribute to meaningful change in the world.
You�ll focus on a program committed to advancing social justice and become immersed in the issues that affect our society. Study with professors who have a passion for building a clearer understanding of people and the social environment. At the same time, gain critical thinking skills that will be in demand throughout your career.

Program Requirements

Get detailed information on degree and program requirements to enter and graduate from this program.

(This information is to be used in conjunction with the University undergraduate calendar, which in all cases is the final authority).

Degree Options

BA (Bachelor of Arts) BA Honours (Bachelor of Arts) BA Honours Double Major (Bachelor of Arts) BA Honours Major/Minor (Bachelor of Arts)

Program Streams:

Social Theory
Economy and Society
Equity and Social Policy
Equity and Culture
Health, Work and Society: Canadian and Global Perspectives

Additional Information:

Careers:

Community Program Coordinator, Educator, Human Rights Worker, Social Policy Analyst

The degree will assist students to enter into careers such as social policy analyst, researcher, and community program coordinator and/or provide the foundation for future graduate study in interdisciplinary programs such as Social and Political Thought and disciplinary programs as well for students who have the relevant second Major.

Sample Courses:

Social Justice: Theory, Analysis, Practice; Foundations of Social Science

Offered by:

Department of Social Science

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Contact:

For more information, contact the Department of Social Science at 416-736-5054.

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