Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Studies and Diploma in Early Childhood Education (Guelph-Humber Campus)

Become a professional who helps children develop to the best of their ability.Study the science of early childhood development which strives to understand the holistic growth of children and provide a foundation for effective education, parenting and child welfare practices, while preparing for and shaping childrens futures in an evolving world.This is a multidisciplinary field that encompasses the physical, cognitive, emotional and social growth of children from birth to eight years of age. It includes various theories and research from psychology, neuroscience, education, futures and health sciences.

The secondary school graduation certificate which would admit a student to an internationally recognized university in their home country is normally acceptable for admission to the University of Guelph.Students presenting predicted, interim or midterm grade 12/senior level results may be considered for a conditional offer of admission if all prerequisite courses are completed or in progress and meeting the minimum grade requirements. International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 6 subjects: 3 Higher Level and 3 Standard Level with a minimum score of 28. Bonus marks from TOK and EE will be taken into consideration. Prerequisites for the major must be taken at the IB DP2 level.Note: For programs with Advanced Math, students must present one of: SL/HL Analysis & Approaches, or HL Applications & Interpretations. Math Studies/Standard Level Applications and Interpretations are not an acceptable prerequisite for programs that require Advanced Math or Calculus.