Social Sciences (Undeclared)
Social science is the scientific study of human society and human relationships. Explore political turmoil, environmental change, social inequality and other things that affect people's lives in profound ways.
Studying the social sciences gives you the inspiration to imagine new futures. It will also give you the skills needed to address society's most pressing challenges.
Every student who applies to the Faculty of Social Sciences starts as an Undeclared student. You can take a variety of classes to explore your options, then declare your program after one or more years of full-time study.
Quick facts
- Program options:
- Bachelor degree
- Study options:
- Full-time study, Part-time study
Admission
Apply to the Faculty of Social Sciences (Undeclared) as a high school student or a transfer student from another post-secondary institution. You can declare your program after one or more years of full-time study.
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English language proficiency
You must demonstrate English language proficiency to attend UVic. Your transcripts are enough to prove proficiency if you've studied full-time in an academic program at the high school or post-secondary level within Canada for at least four years, and all of your instruction was in English.
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