Social Science 10 (SOSC 0751)

The course examines social science topics and issues in Canadian society from 1815-1914. Students are provided with the opportunity to explore social issues from a variety of perspectives by applying analytical and critical thinking skills that encourage them to develop and revise their own points of view. Students study issues and topics related to Canadian society, culture, governance, economy, geography, and environment.
Course code: SOSC 0751
Credits: 4.0
Length: 96.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=SOSC&number=0751

Prerequisites

Grade 9 English or equivalent.

Schedule 1†

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
41532January 1, 2025
to April 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: Broadway Youth Resource Centre		Lefaivre, Jillian
41660February 1, 2025
to May 31, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: Broadway Youth Resource Centre		Manning, Garth
41758March 1, 2025
to June 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: Broadway Youth Resource Centre		Lefaivre, Jillian
42729April 1, 2025
to June 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: Broadway Youth Resource Centre		Manning, Garth

Schedule 2†

SOSC 0751 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
60656May 1, 2025
to June 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: Broadway Youth Resource Centre		Manning, Garth
60750June 1, 2025
to June 30, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced)
  Location: Broadway Youth Resource Centre		Manning, Garth

Additional Information

  • Identity, Culture and Society: Immigration and aboriginal groups and the impact of their actions and interrelations on Canadian Society.
  • Governance The evolution of governance in Canada including the BNA act, Confederation, Red River and Northwest Rebellions and the structure and function of federal, provincial, and local governments. Roles and responsibilities of the executive, legislative and judicial branches and the impact of select legislation on First Nations people.
  • Economy and Industrialization Impact of MacDonald's National Policy. The development of industrialization and its impact on the Canadian and British Columbian economy and on aboriginals.
  • Geography and Environment Political divisions, physiographic regions and geological processes that formed these regions. Impact of resource development in BC

For class based courses, please apply online or in person and provide official transcripts.

For Self-paced courses, please phone 604.871.7366.

For courses at Broadway Youth Centre, please phone 604.709.5640 or email ABEYouth@vcc.ca.

For Visually Impaired courses, please call 604.871.7338 or drop by the Broadway campus during regular business hours to speak with the services coordinator for students with disabilities..

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

This course is tuition free! Some fees apply: *

  • College Initiative: $8.50/course
  • Campus Resource: $9.60/course
  • Student Union: $69/term
  • UPass: $180/term (if applicable)

 

* Note: fees are approximate and subject to change.

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.