Bachelor of Arts in Family Studies
Our program in Family Studies examines contemporary issues that affect this field: family dynamics and development. The faculty in the Family Studies & Gerontology department will help you understand the field of Family Studies, which focuses on family dynamics and diversity within an increasingly complex and society. These studies will help you to understand the trends, challenges and developments in the health and human service delivery system and the disciplines that support it.
Program Options
You can choose to study toward a combined major, a concentration, or a minor in either Family Studies. These programs will complement your studies in other programs such as sociology, psychology, public policy, or women’s studies. As you pursue a program in Family Studies, you will better understand the field and develop your capacity to work in professional environments where a knowledge of family studies or aging is important.
Dynamic and Relevant Courses
You’ll build your teamwork and leadership skills by working on group projects in our diverse selection of courses. Class projects and presentations will help you to develop your interpersonal communication, conflict management, and advocacy skills. The assignments you complete will help you to hone your analytical and intellectual skills, your professional rigour, your leadership, and your social citizenship skills. Our program’s framework is designed to guide you toward a consciousness around social citizenship.
A Flexible Learning Environment
The student body in our programs is diverse — we welcome students of different ages, life experiences, and perspectives on families and aging — and this diversity helps enhance your learning experience. Most of your classes will combine lectures with group discussions on class material so students are able to learn from one another by sharing ideas, personal reflections, and professional experiences.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
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Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Mount students are encouraged to apply for job opportunities during Convocation. Those hired will work alongside a variety of University departmental teams on tasks ranging from parking to degree framing and assisting grads prepare for their ceremony.
If you are interested, submit your resume according to the directions given below. Positions may be filled in advance based on the quantity and quality of applications received.
Important:
Students must have a social insurance number to be eligible for hiring.
Jobs below pay a minimum of $11.55 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay.
Opportunity Title
Gown Assistants
Requirements
Set-up
Ceremonies (all)
Training (2 hours)
Ceremonies (8 hours)
Apply / Info
Apply with resume (including email address) in the Dean’s Office, Seton 302.
Opportunity Title
Ushers (20)
Requirements
Chancellor’s Dinner(4 hours)
Apply / Info
Apply with resume to Kim Campbell, President’s Office, Evaristus 205.
Opportunity Title
Parking Attendants
Requirements
Approximately 8 hours per day.
Apply / Info
Apply at the Assisi Security Desk
PSW Opportunity
Psw same as course duration For all courses above 8 months (Lets say course duration is 2 years psw is 2 yrs so total 4 yrs of visa)
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
International applicants are expected to have completed a preparatory program that leads to university entrance in their own country.
High School Students
In general, secondary school applicants have an average of 70% (5 best scoring academic subjects considered) during their final year of schooling. Applicants looking to transfer from another post-secondary institution must demonstrate an overall GPA of 2.0. Refer to chart below for program specific requirements.
Canadian High School Curriculum
Students in Canadian curriculum high schools must have an overall average of 70% in their five best academic subjects with a minimum of 60% in each individual subject. Each program has specific requirements, please refer to the program requirements chart below to ensure admissibility.
Advanced Placement
The Mount participates in the Advanced Placement Program administered by the College Board in Princeton, New Jersey. Students may receive transfer credits for the following Advanced Placement Examinations provided they have achieved grades of four or five: Biology, Computer Studies, Economics, English, Mathematics, Political Studies, Psychology and Spanish. For more information, please visit: Advanced Placement Program
IGCSE / GCSE or Cambridge “O” & “A” Levels
British System applicants need grades of A, B or C in five subjects, including two A (Advanced) levels or four AS (Advanced Subsidiary) levels and three O (Ordinary) level courses, or the equivalent in Scottish Highers or Welsh Baccalaureate. Program specific requirements also need to be met.
International Baccalaureate
Mount Saint Vincent University welcomes applicants holding the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma. Students enrolled in the IB program may receive transfer credit for a maximum of five credits for Higher Level IB courses with final grades of five, six or seven upon presentation of the completed diploma. Students receiving transfer credit for IB courses are advised to contact graduate and professional schools to determine the effect of those credits on their plans for future study and their career goals. For more information, please visit: International Baccalaureate Program
India
Higher Secondary School Certificates awarded at XI or XII – with grades of A, B or C
English Language test scores may be required
IELTS
6.5 (no score below 6.0) (Full-time undergraduate studies at MSVU)
CAEL
60 (no score below 60) (Full-time undergraduate studies at MSVU)
TOEFL (iBT Test)
86 – 92 (no score below 21) (Full-time undergraduate studies at MSVU)
TOEFL (Computer Test)
226 – 235 (Full-time undergraduate studies at MSVU)
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
72308 CAD
Annual Cost of Living: 20635 CAD
Application Fee: 40 CAD
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