Bachelor of Social Sciences at Brock University

Brock University

Canada, St. Catharines

University Rank:#1201

International students can study the Social Sciences at Brock University at its main campus in St. Catharines, Canada. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on January 9, 2027.

About Bachelor of Social Sciences

Our BA in Social Sciences degree is designed to allow you to pursue a more flexible pattern of study than a single or combined major.

The BA in Social Sciences program offers broad exposure to courses from across all of our Faculties. The majority of credits earned towards this degree must be offered by departments and centres within the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Students who enter Brock in the BA Social Sciences program may apply to major in a discipline of their choosing after successfully completing Year 1.

Completion of the BA Social Sciences degree may lead to employment opportunities in a wide range of areas, depending on the specific courses that are chosen.

BA in Social Sciences

Expected cut-off: mid 70s
OUAC Code: BSS

Not an Ontario Secondary School applicant? Find your admissions criteria here.

Disciplines

Faculty of Social Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Social Sciences at Brock University

Entry Requirements

Tawjihi comprehensive/ Secondary school education leaving certificate

English Requirements

PTEMin 58
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 88

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Social Sciences

A wide range of employment opportunities depending on the specific courses chosen.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Social Sciences at Brock University

How to Apply for Bachelor of Social Sciences at Brock University

Application Process

Previous Applicants/Returning Brock Students

Applicants who were previously registered at Brock may not need to reapply. Please contact the Admissions office at [email protected] first, for instructions on applying or re-registering for classes. This includes students who have:

studied at Brock on a Letter of Permission
registered in courses previously but dropped them and never actually attended classes
registered and attended classes (even if part-time or Audit), and wish to return to Brock
graduated from Brock and interested in a Brock Second Degree
For Brock graduates interested in Upgrading, please email [email protected]

Exception: Applicants applying to the BSc Nursing program who are current Brock students or graduates must apply on either the OUAC 105 Application (applying to multiple schools) or the Brock Application (applying to Brock only – see table below).

New Applicants

Step 1 – Explore Brock Undergraduate Degrees and Certificates
Visit the program website to start exploring undergraduate degrees and certificates.

Step 2 – Review Admission Criteria
Visit the admission criteria website to determine the requirements by program. The 2023 Admission Criteria will be available here in early October.

Step 3 – Complete Your Application
Select the appropriate application below. If you are unsure of which application to use, please contact Student Recruitment.

Step 4 – Track Your Application
Track your application on your my.brocku.ca student portal. We will contact you if you require additional documents.

Step 5 – Accept Your Offer
Accept your offer and learn more about your next steps.

Bachelor of Social Sciences at Brock University

Brock University

Canada, St. Catharines