DEC in Social Sciences

On-campus

• At the Montréal campus

Real-time remote learning

• Training provided entirely in distance mode, with a teacher and in real time (synchronous)
  • Semesters 1 to 4: two presences required on campus per semester for a maximum of 15 weekdays

Hybrid

• Training that combines on-campus courses (Montréal) and live virtual classes (synchronous)

Social Sciences program objectives focus on interculturalism and invites students to see themselves as global citizens.

This program leads to a Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Social Sciences (300.A1) recognized by the Ministère de l’Éducation et de l’Enseignement supérieur (MEES).

This program is mainly designed for individuals who plan to pursue university studies in fields with career prospects.

• Bachelor’s in Law | Lawyer – Legal Advisor – Notary
• Bachelor’s in Political Communications and Society | Political Attaché – Research Officer
• Bachelor’s in Economics | Economist – Market Analyst
• Bachelor’s in Geography | Geographer – Regional Development Advisor
• Bachelor’s in History | Historian – Research Assistant
• Bachelor’s in Sociology | Sociologist – Immigration Officer – Research Assistant
• Bachelor’s in Political Science | Political Scientist – Political Advisor
• Bachelor’s in International Relations | International Development Officer – Diplomat
• Bachelor’s in Philosophy | Philosophy Professor – Editor
• Bachelor’s in Education | Primary and secondary teachers
• Bachelor’s in Guidance | School Information Counselor – Guidance Counselor
• Bachelor’s in Psychoeducation | Psychosocial Counselor – Rehabilitation Counselor
• Bachelor’s in Special Education | Special Education Teacher
• Bachelor’s in Psychology | Counselor – Social Worker
• Bachelor’s in Linguistics | Lexicographer – Linguist – Reviser – Terminologist

• Academic Work: Tools and Methods (45 hrs)
• World Geography (45 hrs)
• History of the Modern World (60 hrs)
• Introduction to Psychology (45 hrs)
• Quantitative Analysis in the Social Sciences (60 hrs)
• Qualitative Research Methods (60 hrs)
• Global Economy: Resources and Development (45 hrs)
• Introduction to Political Science (45 hrs)
• Introduction to Sociology (45 hrs)
• Human Biology (45 hrs)
• Calculus I (75 hrs)
• Calculus II (60 hrs)
• Media and Democracy (45 hrs)
• Social Psychology (45 hrs)
• Quebec Society: Diversity and Citizenship (45 hrs)
• International Community and Global Issues (45 hrs)
• Technology, Power and the Individual (45 hrs)
• Perspectives on Montreal (45 hrs)
• Culture and Image (45 hrs)
• Applied Statistics (45 hrs)
• Linear Algebra (60 hrs)
• Integration Project (30 hrs)

* The College reserves the right to substitute some courses.

• 3 physical education courses (90 hrs)
• 3 philosophy courses (150 hrs)
• 4 language and literature courses (240 hrs)
• 2 second language courses (90 hrs)
• 2 complementary courses (90 hrs)

We strongly recommend using a laptop computer (learn more). Standard or student license software must be installed when requested by teachers.

The following features are required for PCs or Macs:

• Processor: Intel I5 minimum
• Memory: 8 GB recommended
• Hard drive: 500 GB minimum
• Screen: 14 inches minimum
• Connectivity: WIFI and LAN
• Ports: Minimum of one USB 3.0 port
• We recommend purchasing an external numeric keypad if your laptop does not already have one.

Mandatory software: Microsoft Office Suite for Windows or Mac (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Have earned a high school diploma (DES) and successfully completed the following program:

• Mathematics TS or Secondary V SN (Math 526 under the former system)

or

Have earned a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DEP) and successfully completed the following at a college level:

• Secondary French V
• Secondary English V
• Mathematics TS or Secondary V SN (Math 526 under the former system)

or

Have obtained a score in regular French and English 102 or 103 on the LaSalle College placement test

or

Have completed an equivalent training or have a sufficient level of education as evaluated by LaSalle College All of these cases will be reviewed in detail.