Learn how to figure out socio-economic trends and explore the powerful relationships between systems, peoples, societies and countries. We’ll help you develop solid research and analytical skills so that you can make a real difference in fields such as human rights, environmental economics, psychology and international development. Good for you, and good for people, communities and the environment, in Canada and abroad.
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Fulfil your goals with our range of programs designed to inspire, empower, and bring about change.
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Plan your degree: your path, your choice
Starting with the main discipline on your admission application, you can customize your degree by selecting extras like CO-OP and French immersion. In the second year, you can add new combinations. You can consider introducing a second discipline as a major or adding a minor.
For an overview of available combinations, see our programs at a glance.
There are many ways to customize your degree, watch to see the options.
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Undergraduate Academic Services
Social Sciences Building
120 University Private, Room 3010
Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6N5
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Fax: (613) 562-5311
SocialSciences@uOttawa.ca
Hours
Monday to Friday
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
(June to August: closes at 3:30 p.m.)
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Social Sciences Building
120 University Private, Room 3023
Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6N5
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If you have questions about admission, programs or course selection, email us at DiscoverFSS@uOttawa.ca.
Hours
Monday to Friday
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
(June to August: Closes at 3:00 p.m.)