Program Overview

Program Brochure 2024-25
International Profile in Social Science
Application deadline

March 1 for Fall Semester

Minimum admission requirements

Quebec Secondary School Diploma or a level of education that is deemed equivalent by the College.

Prerequisites

Sec IV Cultural, Social and Technical Math 4 (563414 or 063414)

About the Program

The International Studies profile of the Social Science program is designed to prepare you for university studies with an international focus. It will lead to an understanding of the world’s diverse communities and of the cultural, economic and political implications of achieving closer international relations. The profile focuses on building a solid foundation in the social sciences, particularly in world geography, 21st century history, international economics and international politics.

You will learn

  • Develop knowledge and an interest in international affairs and an indepth understanding of the impact that international forces and events have on humanity and the environment.
  • Develop the ability to communicate in and about an international context.
  • Develop the ability to observe, analyze and evaluate international life.
  • Develop the ability to understand international events and processes in an ethical context.
  • Develop the ability to work in a team and to appreciate other cultures and value systems.
  • The International Studies profile will prove useful to students planning a career in public service, law, journalism, or in those parts of the private sector that have international interests.

Program Grids

For further information about English Certificate Holders and Non-Certificate Holders, please refer to the Law 14 (Bill 96) FAQ. Find a list of course descriptions here.

Program grids are subject to change.

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4
EnglishEnglishEnglishEnglish
HumanitiesFrenchHumanitiesPhysical Education
FrenchHumanitiesPhysical EducationComplementary
Introduction to Social SciencePhysical Education ComplementaryFinal Integrative Research Project
Introduction to World HistoryQualitative MethodsQuantitative MethodsModel UN
Introduction to EconomicsIntroduction to Political ScienceContemporary Global IssuesOne of the following (Student Choice): 383-SO4-LA, 320-SO4-LA, 330-S10-LA, 385-S06-LA
Introduction to GeographyIntroduction to PsychologyOne of the following (Student Choice): 383-SO3-LA, 320-SO3-LA, 330-SO6-LA, 385-SO2-LAOne of the following (Student Choice): 383-SO4-LA, 320-SO4-LA, 330-S10-LA, 385-S06-LA
History of the 20th CenturyOne of the following (Student Choice): 101-SHB-LA, 360-QM2-LA, Level 1 course, Level 2 course
Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4
EnglishEnglishEnglishEnglish
HumanitiesHumanitiesHumanitiesPhysical Education
FrenchFrenchFrenchComplementary
Introduction to Social SciencePhysical Education Physical EducationFinal Integrative Research Project
Introduction to World HistoryQualitative MethodsQuantitative MethodsModel UN
Introduction to EconomicsIntroduction to Political ScienceContemporary Global IssuesOne of the following (Student Choice): 383-SO4-LA, 320-SO4-LA, 330-S10-LA, 385-S06-LA
Introduction to GeographyIntroduction to PsychologyOne of the following (Student Choice): 383-SO3-LA, 320-SO3-LA, 330-SO6-LA, 385-SO2-LAOne of the following (Student Choice): 383-SO4-LA, 320-SO4-LA, 330-S10-LA, 385-S06-LA
History of the 20th CenturyOne of the following (Student Choice): 101-SHB-LA, 360-QM2-LA, Level 1 course, Level 2 course

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