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Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Program details

Faculty
Social Science and Humanities

Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

Experiential learning
Co-op
Experiential work term
Internship
Practicum
Research study
Undergraduate thesis

Delivery method
In-class

Location
Ontario Tech University, Downtown Oshawa

Start dates
September

Length
Four or five years

Program load
Full-time

OUAC code
DIS (Regular)
DJS (Co-op)

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Overview

Professor and student examining data Combine entrepreneurial thinking with a passion for social impact. Learn to develop innovative solutions, build sustainable organizations and lead initiatives that address complex social, economic and environmental challenges.

Make a difference by combining creativity, critical thinking and entrepreneurial leadership in the Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship specialization. Designed for students who want to create meaningful change, this specialization explores how innovative ideas, sustainable business practices and community partnerships can be used to address complex social, economic and environmental challenges.

As part of the Arts – General program, you'll develop a broad interdisciplinary foundation while gaining practical skills in social innovation, entrepreneurship, leadership, project development and strategic problem-solving. Learn how to identify opportunities, design human-centred solutions and transform ideas into initiatives that create lasting impact for individuals, organizations and communities.

Through experiential learning opportunities, collaborative projects and community engagement, you'll apply your knowledge to real-world challenges while building valuable professional connections. Graduates are prepared for careers in the public, private and non-profit sectors, or to launch their own purpose-driven ventures, with the knowledge and confidence to lead positive change in an increasingly complex world.

For more information, please visit the Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship web page. 

The Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship specialization can be taken with the Arts - General. 

Direct-entry co-op program

This program has a direct-entry co-op option that you can apply for directly on your Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC) application.

Our co-op positions are full-time, paid employment opportunities providing students with a steady income stream throughout their studies.

Learn more about how you can launch your career before you graduate with paid co-op.


Admissions

Admissions


Current Ontario secondary school students must complete the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U or 4M courses, including English (ENG4U).

Note: Admission is competitive. The specific average or standing required for admission varies from year to year. Students are selected by taking into consideration a wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of subjects taken, and performance in subjects relevant to the academic program. Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Preference will be given to applicants with the best qualifications.


Last year's cut-off70 per cent
Expected cut-offLow 70s

Program details

Faculty
Social Science and Humanities

Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

Experiential learning
Co-op
Experiential work term
Internship
Practicum
Research study
Undergraduate thesis

Delivery method
In-class

Location
Ontario Tech University, Downtown Oshawa

Start dates
September

Length
Four or five years

Program load
Full-time

OUAC code
DIS (Regular)
DJS (Co-op)

Apply now

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Experiential learning

A limited number of fourth-year students are granted an opportunity to participate in a learning experience with a community organization. The practicum course consists of 100 hours of fieldwork, several in-class seminars and a set of academic assignments.


Did you know?

175+organizations provide placement opportunities
90%of students are employed within six months of graduation
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