Bachelor of Applied Science

Bachelor of Applied Science

Why choose a bachelor's degree in Applied Science?

Practical skills and real-world experience in Applied Science enable you to develop careers that are impact-focused and drive positive change.

Whether at a global scale or in local communities, Applied Science provides the unique skills and experience to give you an edge in the competitive job market and improve.

  • Three Specialized Majors to select from based on your pathway
  • Over 100 Hours of Practicums and Placements
  • Ranked #1 in Student Satisfaction by Maclean’s Canadian Comprehensive University Rankings 2020

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Benefits of Having a Bachelor Degree in Applied Science

 Build Your Career Foundation

The three majors offered lay solid foundations in both theoretical and applied skills for your future career(s) in human health and development and beyond.

 Achieve Professional Recognition

Applied Human Nutrition graduates can apply for dietetic internships – the next step to becoming Registered Dietitians. Child Studies graduates are immediately eligible to become Registered Early Childhood Educators.

 Gain Hands-On Experience

All three majors offer opportunities for field placements and guaranteed practicum placements in your field, respectively.

 Join The Legacy

Become part of a community of students trained to make the world a better place since 1903.

What can you do with a bachelor's degree in Applied Science?

The hands-on experience and knowledge acquired through these programs and study of the biological, psychological, and social aspects of human development and behaviour will help prepare you for a diverse range of careers involved in improving the health and well-being of others at all stages of life. Many graduates go on to become dietitians, youth and social workers, and more listed below.

Careers in Applied Human Nutrition:

  • Food Industry Consultant
  • Health Coach
  • Nutrition Manager
  • Private Practice
  • Public Health
  • Registered Dietitian*
  • Research
  • Secondary School Teaching*

Careers in Child Studies:

  • Child and Youth Work*
  • Community-based Services
  • Counseling or Social Work*
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Elementary School Teaching*
  • Mental Health Services
  • Occupational Therapy*
  • Speech and Language Pathology*

Careers in Family Studies and Human Development:

  • Adult or Parent Education
  • Community-based Services
  • Counseling or Social Work*
  • Occupational Therapy*
  • Secondary School Teaching*
  • Sexuality Education
  • Speech and Language Pathology*
  • Working with Older Adults

*Careers that require further education/training

Megan Coghill sits and smiles at the camera hugging her knees.
I was drawn to Child Studies because it offers many opportunities to gain practical experience through practicums. It was amazing to be able to earn my undergraduate degree and become a registered early childhood educator at the same time.

Megan Coghill
Bachelor of Applied Science, Child Studies

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Last updated: February 14, 2024 02:01 EST