Pathway Summary
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- Pathway ID
- 1560
- Pathway Title
- Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Disability Studies Related Fields to Bachelor of Arts in Disability Studies
- Pathway Last Updated
- 2019-10-15
Sending Institution Information
- Sending Institution
- Fleming College
- Discipline/Division
- Education, Community and Social Services
- Program Area
- Community/Child/Youth Education/Interventions/Services
- Program Title
- Developmental Services Worker
Receiving Institution Information
- Receiving Institution
- Ryerson University
- Discipline/Division
- Arts, Fine Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities
- Program Area
- Community, Social Services/Social Work/Interventions
- Program Title
- Disability Studies
Contact Procedures
Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment
Ryerson University
350 Victoria Street
Toronto, Ontario, M5B 2K3
Telephone: 416-979-5036
Website: ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission
Pathway Details
Terms for renewal or cancellation
Ryerson University will periodically review this transfer pathway, making amendments as appropriate. Students enrolled at the time of any change shall be allowed to complete their degree based on the original terms of their offer of admission to Ryerson University. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy on this site, in the event of a discrepancy, Ryerson's current Undergraduate Calendar(s) is the official reference document.
Eligibility for Pathway
A Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a disability studies related field and/or discipline, from a public Ontario College. The diploma must include a one-year (or equivalent) introductory university-level humanities or social science course or equivalent. At least a B/3.0/ 70% CGPA is required for admission consideration to this part-time program.
AND
A personal letter explaining how attending this program will benefit the applicant and Disability Communities. The letter should not exceed two pages, double spaced. It will be read for both admission eligibility and selection of potential recipients of the David and Sylvia Pollack Entrance Award in Disability Studies.
Applicants with less than a 'B' average in a public Ontario College Diploma or Advanced Diploma program may be asked to complete up to two (2) single-term university level liberal studies courses before admission. Other post-secondary academic backgrounds, and extensive work/advocacy experience in the field, will be considered on an individual basis.
Credit transfer
This is a specially-designed Degree Completion program for graduates of acceptable Ontario College Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs. Graduation from a relevant Ontario College diploma program is required for admission and graduates must complete 25 one-term course equivalents to qualify for this Bachelor's Degree.
Credits that must be achieved at the receiving institution
The number of credits required to graduate from the program is 25 one-term course equivalents.
Anticipated normal schedule of student progression
As a part-time program, students are required to complete the program in no more than eight years. Most students will complete the program in less time by planning their course selections carefully. The completion time will vary with the number of courses taken each year.
Credential(s) to be granted on successful completion of all required components
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Disability Studies
Ryerson University degrees are equivalent to the Honours degree required for admission consideration for graduate studies and professional programs.
Don’t forget: You should always review institution transfer information before you finalize your options. Contact a transfer advisor if you have further questions.