Human and Social Sciences - Integrated Entry - International Year One (UTP Stage II) (Optional Co-op)

Program Description

The Faculty of Human and Social Sciences (FHSS) offers many opportunities to explore complex issues relevant to today’s society. Students will learn to identify and explore social issues and build real-world connections between what they learn in class and the downtown community just outside the classroom door. Students are encouraged to develop their critical thinking skills and question assumptions, while the theoretical knowledge and practical experience they will gain through the programs will prepare them for a variety of careers. Faculty of Human and Social Science students are passionate about making a positive contribution both locally and globally and graduate with the skills to change the world.

During the UTP Stage II: Human and Social Sciences program students will take courses that provide a pathway to a wide range of disciplines including Community Health, Health Administration, Criminology, and Psychology. They will transfer into the Bachelor of Arts program in the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences at Wilfrid Laurier University upon successful completion of the UTP Stage II: Faculty of Human and Social Science program. Students may select their Wilfrid Laurier University program from the range of majors available in the faculty upon consultation with an advisor and will complete any additional required First Year courses for that program. Students can choose from the following programs:

• Community Health (Honours BA) • Health Administration (Honours BA) • Criminology (Honours BA) • Psychology (Honours BA)