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Admission Requirements
First year students can choose to study in three entrance programs. Explore your interests while you consider which one of our programs suits you best.

Social Sciences I
Explore diverse courses and areas of study offered in the social sciences.

Economics I
Apply critical thinking and problem solving to some of the world’s most pressing issues.

Health & Society I
Learn to examine health and illness through the lens of social sciences.
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Admissions Requirements
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Application Process
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English Proficiency Requirements
The language of instruction at McMaster University is English.
There are specific English Language Proficiency tests accepted by McMaster, along with minimum score requirements.


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Transfer/Advanced Credit
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UNDERGRADUATE COURSES & COURSE OUTLINES
Find information about past or current courses including course outlines.

Social Sciences Careers
A degree in the Social Sciences can set you up for future success. Find out what a Social Sciences degree can do for your career.

McMaster / Mohawk Affiliated Certificates
Exclusive to Social Sciences. Earn a Mohawk College certificate as you complete your degree.