St. Lawrence College

General Arts & Science - Social Sciences Stream

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Program Information

School:St. Lawrence College
Faculty:Cornwall & Kingston Campuses
Degree:Certificate
Field of Study:Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Social Sciences, General
Description:The General Arts & Science (Certificate) program offers a foundational year for students preparing for future study in a wide range of fields. For students in the Social Sciences stream, core courses in communications, computers, and personal development are enhanced by courses in Psychology, Sociology, Interpersonal Skills, Addictions, Stress Management, and Statistics. Graduates of the Social Sciences stream are prepared for future study in Community Services programs such as Social Service Worker, Behavioural Science Technology, and Child and Youth Care. Students wishing to pursue Behavioural Science Technology may require additional courses and should contact the General Arts & Science program coordinator.

For students moving on to other St. Lawrence College programs after completing this one-year program, some of the courses completed as part of this program may transfer. For more information, please consult the appropriate program coordinator of your targeted program.

General Arts & Science is a flexible program. Course sequence can change subject to student goals and class availability.
URL:General Arts & Science - Social Sciences Stream at St. Lawrence College
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $14,600

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade11 Mathematics 
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with the majority of Grade 11 and 12 courses at the C, U or M level. For OSSD equivalency options, see our Admission Requirements.
Test Scores:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) [min. 213] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 79] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) [min. 60]

* 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 November 23, 2020