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Social Sciences I

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Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording75–80%75%; co-op 80%75%80–87%Low-to mid-80s
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowMCV4UMHF4USBI4UENG4UENG4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
  • one of ENG4U, FRA4U
  • one of SCH4U, SPH4U
  • one of PSE4U, PSK4U, SBI4U
Prerequisitesas published
  • ENG4U or FRA4U
  • MHF4U
  • MCV4U
  • SBI4U
  • One of SCH4U, SPH4U, SPH3U
  • +1 more on the program page
  • 1 grade 12 English U/M course (ENG 4U)
  • 1 grade 12 U/M Biology (SBI 4U) or Exercise Science (PSK 4U)
  • 4 other grade 12 U/M courses
  • A minimum overall average of 75% in the 6 best grade 12 U/M courses
  • Alternative Offers
  • +1 more on the program page
  • English 4U
  • * Completion of Advanced Functions 4U and Calculus & Vectors 4U are strongly recommended for students interested in Economics.
  • * Completion of Calculus & Vectors 4U and Biology 4U are strongly recommended for students interested in Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour.
More than marks?supplementary applicationMarks onlyMarks onlyMarks only
Co-opAvailableNoAvailable
DegreeBachelor of Science, BSc, Bachelor of Science (Co-op), BSc (Co-op)Bachelor of Arts, BA, Bachelor of Social Work, BSW
First-year intakewhere published30950
What you studyBiological SciencesHospitality, Recreation and LeisureHuman BiologySport & Exercise ScienceEducation StudiesHuman BiologySport & Exercise ScienceAnthropologyEconomicsHealth InformaticsHuman Geography
What it isThis program teaches you the science of human movement and physical activity – how bodies work during exercise, sport, and recreation. You study physiology, biomechanics, and exercise science rather than coaching or fitness training alone. The co-op option lets you combine classroom learning with paid work terms at sports organizations, hospitals, or fitness centres, giving you real experience alongside your degree.You study how to teach physical education and health to middle and high school students, grounded in the science of human movement, exercise, and sport. Unlike a straight kinesiology degree, this program combines your science coursework with teacher training and practicums so you earn your teaching credential while you study. It suits students who want to work with teenagers in schools and have a genuine interest in both the science behind fitness and health education.Social Sciences I is a first-year entry point where you explore human behaviour, society, and social systems through subjects like economics, sociology, anthropology, politics, and social work. Unlike a specialized program, you sample multiple disciplines before declaring a focus, letting you discover which area — from international development to health policy — matches your interests. It suits students curious about how societies work and drawn to understanding people and social issues from different angles.
The door tomajors you reach through itApplied to directlyApplied to directlycriminologygeographypolitical sciencepsychologysociology
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average22 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 75%See them6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 80%See them5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them
SourceUniversity of Ottawa on OUInfoLaurentian University on OUInfoMcMaster University on OUInfo

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