University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage 2 - Human and Social Sciences

The Faculty of Human and Social Sciences (FHSS) offers many opportunities to explore complex issues relevant to today’s society. Students will learn to identify and explore social issues and build real-world connections between what they learn in class and the downtown community just outside the classroom door. You are encouraged to develop your critical thinking skills and question assumptions, while the theoretical knowledge and practical experience you’ll gain through our programs will prepare you for a variety of careers. Faculty of Human and Social Science students are passionate about making a positive contribution both locally and globally and graduate with the skills to change the world.During the International Year One (UTP Stage II): Human and Social Sciences program you will study courses that provide a pathway to a wide range of disciplines including Community Health, Health Administration, Criminology, and Psychology. Below is a sample of the courses that you might take during the program.Introduction to Indigenous StudiesDesign Thinking 1: FoundationsIntroduction to MicroeconomicsIntroduction to MacroeconomicsIntroduction to Psychology IUnderstanding the Business EnvironmentCommunication Skills for Leadership

Entry into UTP Stage II generally requires the successful completion of Year 12 of secondary school or its equivalent with overall and individual subject requirements depending on the program.

English Language Requirements

IELTS – Direct Entry: IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than 5.0; Integrated Entry - IELTS 5.0 with no band lower than 4.5

Direct Entry

• IELTS - IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than 5.0
• TOEFL iBT - Overall 46 with minimum 14 in Writing and Speaking
• Cambridge English - B2 First or C1 Advanced with a minimum score of 162 with no grade lower than 154
• Duolingo - 95
• EIKEN Japan - EIKEN Japan: Pre-1
• GCSE/'O' Level English Language - GCE 'O' Levels: C
• HKDSE - HKDSE English Level 3
• International Baccalaureate (IB) English - IB English Level 3
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) - PTE overall 46, no band below 42
• PVT - PVT overall 50
• SPM English (1119) - SPM English (1119) 4B
• WAEC - C grade
• ENG4U + A minimum 4-months residency in Canada - 75%

Integrated Entry

• IELTS - IELTS 5.0 with no band lower than 4.5
• TOEFL iBT - Overall 35 with minimum 12 in Writing and Speaking
• Cambridge English - B2 First with a minimum score of 154 with no grade lower than 147
• Duolingo - 85
• EIKEN Japan - EIKEN Japan: 2A
• GCSE/'O' Level English Language - GCE 'O' Levels: D
• HKDSE - HKDSE English Level 2
• International Baccalaureate (IB) English - IB English Level 2
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) - PTE overall 38, no band below 34
• PVT - PVT overall 46
• SPM English (1119) - SPM English (1119) 6C
• WAEC - D grade
• ENG4U + A minimum 4-months residency in Canada - 70%