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Bachelor of Social and Community Development
- Brampton, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Two-year degree-completion programme for graduates of social service and related diplomas.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core principles of Social and Community Development
- solve subject-relevant problems
- and communicate results effectively. Suggested learning areas: Four semesters (60 credits). Research methods with communities
- ethics
- anti-oppressive practice.
Career outcomes
- Program coordinator in non-profit organizations
- community outreach coordinator
- community development coordinator
- community engagement coordinator
- fundraising coordinator
Curriculum
- Four semesters (60 credits). Research methods with communities
- ethics and anti-oppressive practice
- sociological perspectives
- community development strategies
- the third sector
- resource creation
- public policy
- project management and governance
- social innovation
- community leadership and two capstone projects.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent with Grade 12 U/M courses set per programme (English ENG4U in all
- plus subjects such as mathematics
- biology or visual arts)
- usually a minimum overall average of about 65%
- or postsecondary study. Some programmes require a portfolio or audition
- degree-completion routes require a related college diploma.
Accepted academic background
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent including programme-specific Grade 12 U/M courses (e.g. BScN: ENG4U, SBI4U, MDM4U/MCV4U/MHF4U, SCH4U plus two more), or postsecondary study; international applicants must meet the course equivalencies
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT 88 (no section below 21
- Duolingo 2026 scale 4.5
- PTE Academic no section below 4.5)
- Cambridge Duolingo 115 (no integrated subscore below 95)
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Portfolio
How to apply
- Choose a degree and check availability and admission requirements on its page. Apply online through Sheridan's International Application Portal and pay the 110 CAD application fee. Upload transcripts with notarized English translations; portfolio or audition instructions appear in the Applicant Portal if required (assessment fee applies). Accept your offer in the portal. Pay the 2
- 000 CAD tuition deposit and remaining fees by the due date. Apply to IRCC for a study permit.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $20,326 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $110 CAD |
| Deposit | $43,774 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Davis Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Institutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, funding and application deadlines. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $20,326 CAD per year. The application fee is $110 CAD. The deposit is $43,774 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 88 (no section below 21, Duolingo 2026 scale 4.5, PTE Academic no section below 4.5), Cambridge Duolingo 115 (no integrated subscore below 95), IELTS Academic 6.5.