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Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) in Addictions and Mental Health Humber Polytechnic - Lakeshore Campus, Canada
CAD 20675
Annual Tuition Fee
CAD 100 Waived
Application Fee
48 months
Duration
6.5
IELTS
84
TOEFL
70%
Min GPA
Program Overview
Humber’s Bachelor of Social Science - Addictions and Mental Health program provides you with degree level education, knowledge and skills required to work in this field. The program is firmly grounded in the theory and application of counselling, policy, governance, social science and research while exploring psychological and sociological influences. In addition, the program focuses on the analysis of social, historical, economic and political issues while exploring the effects these systems have on mental health and opportunities for prevention and harm reduction. The program encourages students to analyze broad issues and develop and apply skills in case management, counselling and grant writing.
Courses in the first year are part of the common platform with other degrees at Humber offered in the field of social science. In the second year of study, students immerse themselves in the field of addictions and mental health in courses including equity and inclusion, assessment, and counselling. This solid foundation of theory and application is followed by two years of further in-depth study in ethics, advanced counselling, contemporary issues, inter-professional collaboration and research. Overall, the program emphasizes critical thinking, analytical skills, leadership/management and professional practice.
Learning Outcomes
- Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:
- Analyze historical and contemporary approaches, theories, values and methods in addictions and mental health studies.
- Situate theories, practices and policies in mental health and addictions within the broad context and traditions of the social sciences.
- Determine appropriate practices based on critical reading of published research and traditional indigenous knowledge in mental health literature and case studies.
- Conduct secondary research in order to write scholarly articles, which summarize the current issues in the field of addiction and mental health.
- Advocate for community supports and services for individuals, families and the community with respect to addictions and mental health.
- Provide non-biased and culturally competent guidance/assistance to a range of clients with issues relating to addictions and mental health, from diverse populations and backgrounds, and their supports as they are identified by the primary client.
- Develop, implement and evaluate treatment plans with clients and families with respect to addictions and mental health.
- Provide professional services within inter-professional teams providing ethical, legal, effective, timely, and coordinated services within the scope of practice.
- Counsel clients and groups effectively in order to empower the individual’s and/or the group’s capacity for self-efficacy.
- Describe the limits of the explanatory power of theoretical constructs in order to retain appropriate measures of flexibility and responsiveness in working with clients.
- Plan for longevity and wellness in a demanding field, including considerations for self-care, reflective practice, use of constructive feedback, and ongoing professional development.
Work Placement
In the third year, students will enhance their theoretical and applied studies with a work- integrated learning placement totalling 420 hours in a community setting. Students will have the option of completing placement hours on a full-time (summer) or part-time basis (over the fall and winter semesters) based on their individual situations. During this time, they will be able to practise the skills and apply the knowledge that they have acquired before embarking on their senior course work.
Additional Information
Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
College/University Processing Time 10 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
General Admission Requirement
- IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
- TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 84.0 Minimum Listening - 21.0 Minimum Reading - 21.0 Minimum Writing - 21.0 Minimum Speaking - 21.0
- PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 58
- DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 115.0
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including these required courses:
- Grade 12 English (ENG4U or equivalent)
- Five Grade 12 U or M courses in addition to those listed above
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Tuition Fee
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Average Tuition Fee Per Year
20675
Tuition Fee
(CAD)
CAD 100 Waived
Application Fee
(CAD)
20600 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(CAD)
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Scholarships
International Entrance Scholarships - January and May 2025 intakes
$1,000 entrance scholarship for new international students already in Canada with a valid study permit for both the January and May 2025 intakes.
International Entrance Scholarships - 2024
New students starting their Diploma and/or Advanced Diploma studies are eligible for consideration for an international entrance scholarship at Humber. This scholarship offers a CAD 2,000 reduction in tuition fees during the first two semesters of study (CAD 1,000 per semester).
Further details of this scholarship are:
- Humber may consider high school students who have demonstrated academic excellence for the international entrance scholarship, but due to the limited number of scholarships available, only those with the highest GPA (Grade Point Average) will be awarded. Humber's admissions team will calculate the GPA based on the high school transcripts received during the admissions assessment process. No separate application is required for the International Entrance Scholarship, as the awards are automatically granted to eligible candidates after they commence their studies.
- A total of 20 scholarships will be awarded to new students starting in September, 15 scholarships will be awarded to new students starting in January, and 5 scholarships will be awarded to new students starting in May. Per every starting semester, each recipient must come from a different country. In other words, no more than one student from any single country may receive the award within the same starting semester.
- The award will be applied towards the student's MyHumber account as a credit after the 10th day of classes in two instalments of CAD 1,000. Both payments will be applied to the second semester. The scholarship recipient is still required to pay the full amount for the first semester.
- Only successful recipients will be notified after the Day 10 of their 1st-semester studies.
Bachelor'S Degree Scholarships
Bachelor's Degree scholarships are available to students coming directly from high school/secondary school studies, who are non-transfer students (i.e. haven't attended college or university, or studied in Humber's EAP program), and are unlimited in quantity.
Humber awards degree scholarships automatically to graduating high school students based on academic achievement.
AMOUNT |
REQUIRED GPA* |
RENEWABLE** |
* Eligibility is based on students high school academic achievement. |
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$4,000 | 95% or higher | |
$3,500 | 90 - 94.9% | |
$3,000 | 85 - 89.9% | |
$2,000 | 80 - 84.9% | |
$1,500 | 75 - 79.9% | one time |
Humber's Terms and Conditions of Degree Scholarships
Bachelor's Degree Scholarships for EAP Graduates
Graduates of Humber's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program with a GPA of 80% or higher in Level 8, who are applying for a Bachelor’s Degree, will be eligible to receive a one-time non-renewable scholarship of $1,500.
Awards for EAP Graduates
Graduates of Humber’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Certificate Program (Level 8) are also eligible for awards.
These awards are based on the following criteria:
- GPA
- Significant improvement in all areas of English language development, and
- Characteristics of respect, support, and cross-cultural communication within the Humber community.
These awards are only available to EAP graduates who have begun a degree program at Humber College. EAP graduates do not need to apply for these awards. Faculty nominates recipients each fall semester, and the recipients are notified in November.
Award Name |
Academic Excellence Award in English for Academic Purposes |
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Award Criteria |
This annual award is presented to a graduate of the English for Academic Purposes program who 1) achieved a high overall GPA over at least one semester, and 2) demonstrated significant improvement in all areas of English language development. |
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Award Value |
$250.00 |
No. of Recipients |
3 |
Award Name |
The English for Academic Purposes International Student Diploma Pathway Award |
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Award Criteria |
This annual award is presented to an International Student graduate of the English for Academic Purposes program who 1) achieved a high overall GPA over at least one semester, 2) entered a Diploma course at Humber College, 3) exhibited the characteristics of respect, support, and cross-cultural communication in their interactions within the Humber community |
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Award Value |
$500 |
No. of Recipients |
1 |
Award Name |
The English for Academic Purposes International Student Degree/Postgraduate Pathway Award |
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Award Criteria |
This annual award is presented to an International Student graduate of the English for Academic Purposes program who 1) achieved a high overall GPA over at least one semester, 2) entered a Degree or Postgraduate course at Humber College, 3) exhibited the characteristics of respect, support, and cross-cultural communication within the Humber community |
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Award Value |
$500 |
No. of Recipients |
1 |
Award Name |
Academic Excellence Award in Teaching English as a Second Language |
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Award Criteria |
This annual award is presented to the graduate of the Teaching English as a Second Language Post-Graduate Program who has demonstrated both academic excellence in their course requirements and behavior in practicum settings that best reflect those of a certified TESL professional. |
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Award Value |
$500.00 |
No. of Recipients |
1 |
Additional Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships
In addition to the scholarships offered by the International Centre, there are other awards, bursaries, and scholarships available to international students from Humber and external, government, corporate, or community organizations. Please read the eligibility criteria carefully before applying. Learn More
Flywire Charitable Foundation Scholarship
In addition to the scholarships offered by the International Centre, there are other awards, bursaries, and scholarships available to international students from Humber and external, government, corporate, or community organizations. Please read the eligibility criteria carefully before applying.
For the 2022 academic year, eight total scholarships of $5,000 USD each will be awarded across the following themes:
- Social justice
- Global health
- Global citizenship
- Environmental sustainability
Who is eligible
- The scholarships are open to matriculating; currently enrolled undergraduate, graduate students worldwide. All majors are welcome to apply
- To learn more, including timeline, selection criteria and how to apply, see the Flywire website.
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