Students study human behaviour, social relationships, and institutions in terms of functions, power and perception. Disciplines Anthropology examines human physical and cultural origins, as well as patterns of culture and dynamics of change. Economics studies the acquisition and distribution of scarce goods and resources, the underlying principles and values related thereto, and their consequences for society and the physical environment. Geography is the study of people and their relationship to the physical and cultural environments. It focuses on environmental issues, resource availability and distribution, regions and their characteristics.
Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour.
It examines the biological and social factors that contribute to our behaviour and personal experience. More complete information is available through the Career Information Centre in Student Services. Graduates of the Heritage College Social Science program, with their developed research, writing and analytical skills are well-prepared to pursue further studies at the university level. However, the College may admit a person who has received instruction which it considers equivalent. Click here for a list of courses.