DEC in Social Sciences: International Studies

The three profiles in the Social Sciences program focus on interculturalism. Their goal is to invite students to see themselves as citizens of the world. The emphasis is on intercultural education and responsible citizenship.

This program leads to a Diploma of College Studies (DEC).

• Psychology
• Political science
• International relations
• Athletics management
• Journalism
• Industrial and interior design
• Architecture
• Law
• Human resources
• Education
• International studies
• International and public relations
• Translation

Have obtained a Secondary School Diploma (DES) and completed the following program prerequisite:

• Mathematics TS or SN Secondary V (or Math 526)

Have obtained a Professional Studies Diploma (DEP) and completed the following program prerequisite:

• Language if Instruction from Secondary V
• Second Language from Secondary V
• Mathematics TS or SN Secondary V (or Math 526)

Have obtained an equivalent education or an instruction deemed sufficient. Every case will be analysed by the College.

• Quantitative Methods (60 h)
• Introduction to Western Civilisation (45 h)
• Introduction to Psychology (45 h)
• Research Methods in Social Sciences (60 h)
• Introduction to Global Economy (45 h)
• Introduction to Management (45 h)
• History of the Americas (45 h)
• Linear Algebra (75 h)
• Calculus I (75 h)
• Calculus II (75 h)
• Globalization (45 h)
• Integration Activity (45 h)

* The College reserves the right to substitute certain courses.

• 3 Physical Education courses (90 h)
• 3 Humanities courses (150 h)
• 4 Language and Literature courses (240 h)
• 2 Second Language courses (90 h)
• 2 complementary courses (90 h)

In this program, the use of a laptop computer is highly recommended. Students are encouraged to have their own laptop or purchase one before beginning their studies. 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: Wi-Fi and LAN
• Ports: minimum of one USB 3.0 port

We recommend purchasing an external numeric keyboard if your laptop does not already have one.

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