Lakehead University - Orillia

Sociology

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Program Information

School:Lakehead University - Orillia
Faculty:Social Sciences and Humanities
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Sociology
Description:The study of Sociology emphasizes the social relationships between people, communities and cultures. By exploring fundamental sociological theories, contemporary thinkers, and a variety of research methods, you will have the opportunity to examine topics including:


  • Health and Aging
  • Marriage and the Family
  • Crime and Deviance
  • Media and Popular Culture
  • Science and Technology
  • Gender and Sexuality
  • Education
  • Northern Communities
  • Discrimination
  • Social Change




Research and hands-on application is at the core of our programs. You will graduate with the necessary skills to facilitate quantitative and qualitative research and to think creatively and inquisitively in order to better understand social patterns, behaviours and issues.
URL:Sociology at Lakehead University - Orillia
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $28,590

This cost estimate is for Year 1 of the program.
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Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*70 to 100
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent high school diploma; Gr. 12 U English and 5 additional Gr. 12 U or M credits (including prerequisite courses). A minimum 70% overall final average. Admission averages are calculated using the top 6 Grade 12 U or M courses.

Program Specific Prerequisites: English (ENG4U), 5 additional Grade 12 U/M credits 

For more information, please visit: lakeheadu.ca/admissions.


Test Scores:
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 550] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 80] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Cambridge English for Speakers of Other Languages: Certificate in Advanced English [min. 213] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60]
Application Notes : For a full listing of English Language Proficiency Requirements and accepted tests with minimum scores, please visit:
lakeheadu.ca/studentcentral/applying/english-language-proficiency-requirements.


* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on June 18, 2022