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Hons in Early Childhood Studies

Ontario Tech University

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada•THE 2026 #801-1000

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Hons in Early Childhood Studies is a honours degree in Early Childhood Education programme taught at Ontario Tech University in Oshawa, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered in a hybrid format. Tuition for international students is CAD 33,154 per year (CAD 6,102 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Honours Degree
Field: Early Childhood Education
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: Hybrid
Local tuition: CAD 6,102 / year
International tuition: CAD 33,154 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: ontariotechu.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This specialization within the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Educational Studies focuses on early childhood learning and applying digital technology and inquiry-based learning when working with young children. Students complete four specialization courses selected from options covering inclusive learning environments, developing literacy and numeracy, child development and health, holistic learning in early childhood education, coding and maker pedagogies for young children, and play-based and spatial-reasoning approaches, alongside the core Educational Studies curriculum in foundations of learning, digital tools for education, assessment and equity, diversity and inclusion. The four-year Honours Bachelor of Arts is delivered as a hybrid program combining online and in-person courses, based at the Downtown Oshawa campus with a September start, and is available with a co-op option. Graduates are prepared for roles in early childhood education and training, a Bachelor of Education pathway, or graduate study.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Current Ontario secondary school applicants must complete the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with six 4U or 4M credits, including English (ENG4U). Admission is competitive and the required average varies from year to year, based on school marks, distribution of subjects and performance in subjects relevant to the program; meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. Applicants apply through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) using application code DEO, and those also interested in becoming a teacher should select the Concurrent Education option. Separate routes apply for out-of-province, international, mature, transfer, General Arts and Science and home-schooled applicants.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About Ontario Tech University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Suburban
Founded: 2002
Students: 14,000
THE rank: #801-1000
Programs: 142
Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Hons in Early Childhood Studies award?

Ontario Tech University awards a Honours Degree in the field of Early Childhood Education on completion of this programme.

How long does Hons in Early Childhood Studies take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does Hons in Early Childhood Studies cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 33,154 per year (CAD 6,102 per year for local students).

Can Hons in Early Childhood Studies be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

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