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Bachelor of Social Science

Providence University College and Theological Seminary

Otterburne, Canada
3, 4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A social science degree built around social policy, With a second subject chosen from several options.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Social Science can develop the ability to evaluate social and behavioural evidence
Apply relevant research methods and ethical principles
And communicate findings to diverse audiences. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Policy analysis
Social research
Social work
Community work
Youth work
Civil service
Charitable sector
Public administration
NGO sector
Journalism and media

Curriculum

Social Policy is the core subject
Available only in this degree. First year adds Sociology
Critical Skills for Social Sciences and one of Anthropology
Economics
Geography
History or Philosophy. Years two and three continue with Social Policy and one first-year subject as a double major. Study abroad gives a four-year degree.

Entry requirements

Academic

Recognized high school graduation
Direct-entry GPA of at least 2.00
English IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 20 per section (CLB 8)
Some majors need a C or better in introductory courses.

Accepted academic background

Graduation from a recognized high school (country-specific entrance requirements apply), Direct entry needs a minimum GPA of 2.00 on high school or prior post-secondary grades.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 20 in each of speaking

Documents you’ll need

Passport identification
Academic transcripts
Academic certificates
English proficiency evidence where required
Program-specific supporting documents.

How to apply

Visit the official website. Review the admission requirements for Bachelor of Social Science (Honours Major). Complete the application form. Submit academic transcripts
Passport identification
English proficiency evidence where required
supporting documents. Pay the application fee. Submit financial evidence if required for international admission. Wait for the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$18,570 CAD
Application fee	$150 CAD
Deposit	$8,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	Otterburne
Faculty or school	University College
Department	Arts and Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	90,120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Providence University College and Theological Seminary scholarships or awards may be available to eligible students, Subject to published criteria.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
31 Jul 2027
259 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3, 4 years.