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Sociology, Technology and Innovation

Program details

Faculty
Social Science and Humanities

Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

Experiential learning
Experiential work term
Internship
Practicum

Delivery method
In-class
Online

Location
Ontario Tech University, Downtown Oshawa

Start dates
September

Length
Four years

Program load
Full-time

OUAC code
DAZ

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Overview

students downtown Oshawa campus

Learn to think critically about human social life and how technology shapes, and is shaped by, society. This program encourages you to question everyday assumptions while exploring topics like digital inequality, data ethics and social change. Through experiential learning, including community projects and research opportunities, you’ll apply theory to real-world issues and develop the analytical and problem-solving skills needed to navigate an innovative, interconnected world.

Our Sociology, Technology and Innovation program provides you with the opportunity to explore a wide range of issues, such as the nature of gender identity, racism and class, conflict, shared beliefs, the social implications of the internet and technology, forms of governance and social control, and their impacts on societies and communities. 

Courses may be offered online or in person. Delivery format is subject to change. Equivalent academic standards apply across all formats.

For more information visit the Sociology, Technology and Innovation webpage. 


Specializations in Sociology, Technology, and Innovation include:

  • Applied Sociology
    Students can specialize in Applied Sociology, which explores how to tackle complex, real-world problems through interdisciplinary approaches, gaining key knowledge in a variety of sociological concepts and methodologies, while taking on research projects and developing critical thinking, research, and communications skills necessary for driving social change.
  • Society Technology and Human Values
    Students who specialize in Society Technology and Human Values will explore the intricate balance between society, technology, and human values. Through this program, students build critical thinking skills, core theoretical knowledge and research skills by examining the complex history, evolution, and modern relationship between technology and every-day lives.

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-off-
Expected cut-offLow 70s

Program details

Faculty
Social Science and Humanities

Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

Experiential learning
Experiential work term
Internship
Practicum

Delivery method
In-class
Online

Location
Ontario Tech University, Downtown Oshawa

Start dates
September

Length
Four years

Program load
Full-time

OUAC code
DAZ

Apply now

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Career opportunities

  • Community Activist
  • Community Outreach Coordinator
  • Government Administrator
  • Government Researcher
  • Policy Analyst
  • Policy Consultant
  • Policy Developer
  • Social Policy Researcher
  • Mediator
  • Not-for-Profit Worker
  • Human Rights Advocate
  • Human Rights Community Activist
  • Social Services Worker
  • Public Outreach Worker
  • Graduate studies in social science and humanities disciplines 

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?

organizations provide placement opportunities
of students are employed within six months of graduation
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