Understand people, systems and change
Our social science programs help you examine the systems and structures that shape our world, across fields like Anthropology, International Relations and Urban Studies. Analyze political movements, explore how cultures interact and understand how cities are designed. Along the way, you'll build the tools to think critically and ask meaningful questions. With programs across all three campuses, you'll have the flexibility to focus your interests and the freedom to chart your own path.
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Discover Student stories
Each of our students has a unique story. Here are just a few from the community that makes social sciences at U of T.
Economics (Major), Political Science (Major), South Asian Studies (Minor), Business Fundamentals (Certificate)
Pranav
Pranav is studying Economics and Political Science and plans to work in management consulting or attend law school after graduation.
Criminology (Major), Cognitive Science (Minor), Psychology (Minor)
Ananya
Ananya is an Arts and Science alum (class of 2024), with a passion for Communications
International Relations (Major), East Asian Studies (Minor), Sociology (Minor)
Chelsea
Chelsea is an undergraduate student, learning through international perspectives.
Social sciences across our three campuses
You can study social sciences at all three U of T campuses. Some programs are offered in more than one location, while others reflect the unique strengths and academic focus of a particular campus. Wherever you study, you'll find opportunities to dive deep into your interests and connect with faculty who are leaders in their fields.
Faculty of Arts & Science
Social sciences students will explore issues that involve the inter-relationship between the individual, society and the environment. Examine society through a wide range of disciplinary lenses, including Criminology, Indigenous Studies, Public Policy and Anthropology.
U of T Mississauga
At UTM, you'll explore the systems and power structures that shape everyday life. Programs like Criminology, Law & Society and International Affairs offer focused approaches to these complex issues, or study broader areas, like Political Science or Geography.
U of T Scarborough
At U of T Scarborough, you can study how communities, governments and organizations function locally and globally. Unique programs like City Studies and International Development Studies complement core social science areas like Political Science and Sociology.
Program Spotlight: Peace, Conflict and Justice
Campus: St. George, Faculty of Arts & Science
Peace, Conflict and Justice is an interdisciplinary program that covers three central pillars: the meanings and causes of conflict, peace, and justice; the lived experiences of living in the context of conflict and struggles for peace and justice; and approaches to resolving conflict and producing peace and/or justice. We address some of the world’s most urgent humanitarian problems, and train students to deeply analyze these issues across several levels of analysis.
Put your ideas into action
Social science students at U of T have the opportunity to apply what they learn in real-world settings. By combining your classroom learning with experiences like internships, research projects, global learning, community engagement and co-op programs, you can build the skills and connections to make an impact.
Learn about some of our experiential opportunities
U of T Scarborough
Faculty of Arts & Science
U of T Mississauga
U of T Mississauga
U of T Scarborough
Faculty of Arts & Science