Academic Advising and Support
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Academic Advising & Support
The mission of the Academic Advising Office is to support students in the Faculty of Social Sciences as they work to realize their full potential.
Our academic advisors work with students to develop and implement individual plans for the purpose of achieving both academic and personal goals. To request an appointment create a ticket on the Social Science portal.
Login using the “Login with MacID” button once you click the link below:
Plan Your Journey
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First Year Checklist Get Prepared
Everything you need to know to help you have a successful first year.
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Choosing Your Program Find Your Degree
Over 260 combinations to choose from. Gain valuable career experience with an internship.
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Changing Your Program Learn How
Change your major, upgrade from BA to Honours or switch to a Combined Honours program.
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Undergraduate Courses & Course Outlines Search
Discover hundreds of program combinations and unique electives, certificates and diploma options or find your course description or outline.
Careers & Experiential Education Careers Website
Thinking about your career after graduation? Learn more about what a Social Sciences degree can do for you.
Current International Students Learn More
Find out why students from all over the world come to study at McMaster.
Awards & Scholarships Apply
Hundreds of awards and scholarships are available. Discover awards and find out how to apply.
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Undergraduate Courses & Course Outlines Search Now
Find information about past or current courses including course outlines.
Student Guide Read More
Everything you need to know to help you have a successful first year including enrolment information, academic supports, various key student services and more.
McMaster / Mohawk Affiliated Certificates More Information
Exclusive to Social Sciences. Earn a Mohawk College certificate as you complete your degree.
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Hours
Our Academic Support Team is available at the front desk to support you with general inquiries, dropping and adding courses, problem-solving, and accessing university resources and services.
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–4 p.m. at Kenneth Taylor Hall 129 (Campus Map)
Location
Kenneth Taylor Hall 129
McMaster University
1280 Main Street West
Hamilton, Ontario, L8S 4M4