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Honours BASc Applied Psychology in Human Behaviour - Early Childhood Studies Specialization at McMaster University

McMaster University, Canada

Programme overview

This specialization is offered jointly by Mohawk College and McMaster's Department of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour. Students pursue two qualifications simultaneously and graduates receive the Ontario College Diploma from Mohawk and the McMaster Honours Bachelor of Applied Science degree.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Department of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour with Mohawk College  |  Duration: 4 years (150 units across Levels I to IV plus three Spring/Summer practicums)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Courses include philosophy and curriculum design, learning environments I and II, responsive care for infants and toddlers, curriculum theory and approaches, health, safety and nutrition, principles of ethical practice, inclusion in the ECE classroom and supervision for leadership and quality. Early Childhood Studies practicums (I to III) take place in Spring/Summer terms between levels.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Completion of any Level I program with a Grade Point Average of at least 5.0. Enrolment is limited and admission is by selection, so meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission.

Undergraduate applications are submitted through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC).

Apply through the official page: https://future.mcmaster.ca/apply/

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