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BA/BS in Secondary Education: Social Sciences

McGill University

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #30

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BA/BS in Secondary Education: Social Sciences is a bachelor's degree in Education & Teaching programme offered by McGill University in Montréal, Canada.

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Education & Teaching

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: mcgill.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Secondary Education: Social Sciences prepares students to teach History and Citizenship, Geography, or History, Culture and Citizenship in Quebec at the secondary school level. Delivered by the Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE), the program combines professional studies in pedagogy, curriculum, and educational foundations with classroom-based student-teaching placements. Coursework covers history, political science, economics, geography, environment, religion, philosophy, Indigenous education, and educational psychology. Graduates gain both theoretical grounding and practical classroom experience toward provincial teacher certification. Career paths include secondary school social sciences teacher, educational technology developer, community program officer, and curriculum specialist. Students are supported by the Office of Internships and Student Affairs and the Education Undergraduate Student Society. Applicants apply through the Faculty of Education.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants apply through the Faculty of Education. McGill's admission requirements vary by educational background (Quebec CEGEP or high school, Ontario high school, other Canadian high school, U.S. high school, international curricula, home-schooling, university transfer, or mature-student status) and by the specific programme; grades equal to or above published minimums do not guarantee admission, and the review may consider the complete academic record. English proficiency is required unless exempt: IELTS Academic 6.5 with no component below 6.0, TOEFL iBT 90, Duolingo English Test 125, PTE Academic 65, or CAEL 70.

About McGill University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1821
Students: 40,531
QS rank: #30
Programs: 323
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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