The program consists of 29 courses taken over a two-year period. Each year is divided into 2 semesters and each semester is 15 weeks in duration. Students take 7 courses in each of the first 3 semesters, and 8 courses in the fourth semester. A maximum of 4 courses may be taken in a dsicipline. By acquiring a broad understanding of society across a range of different Social Science disciplines, a good basic grounding in research, written expression and oral presentation skills, together with computer skills and experience in working cooperatively in groups, Social Science students find a demand for their skills in a number of professions.
Many students enter the field of education, business, public administration, law and journalism.
Specific disciplines also prepare students for other career opportunities. Adult education students require Secondary lV History in addition to the other courses mentioned. Applicants who have already attended a post-secondary institution will be evaluated on their overall academic performance with emphasis on their current or most recent standing. Child Studies International Studies Law and Society Students may opt for one of these and will be pre-registered into a group of courses, around which they can then select other courses required by the Social Science program. Students enrolled in a specific Major will take a number of their courses together to foster a sense of community and friendship, and they will also be participating in a number of special activities and events during their time at Vanier.