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Social Science (pre-university DEC 300.A1)

Champlain College St. Lawrence · Quebec City, Canada · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Bachelor's

Duration

2 years

Tuition / year

C$15,150 (≈ ₹10.2 lakh)

Intakes

Fall semester; Winter semester

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Course overview

Social Science (pre-university DEC 300.A1) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course at Champlain College St. Lawrence in Quebec City, Canada. It takes 2 years, with intakes in Fall semester; Winter semester.

Champlain College St. Lawrence is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityChamplain College St. Lawrence (Public)
LocationQuebec City, Canada
CourseSocial Science (pre-university DEC 300.A1)
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Duration2 years
Tuition per yearC$15,150 (≈ ₹10.2 lakh)
IntakesFall semester; Winter semester
English requirementSt. Lawrence's own online English assessment (no external test accepted); French at B2 level (TCF, TEF, DELF, DALF or BRIGHT) unless exempt

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is C$15,150 a year, about ₹10.2 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly C$30,300 (≈ ₹20.3 lakh) before any yearly increase.

International student fee of CA$7,575 per semester in Fall 2026 (× 2 semesters), plus about CA$323 a semester in study and association fees; 2027-28 not yet published

Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at Champlain College St. Lawrence for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • You can apply if you are in good academic standing and have the programme prerequisites. Send your final high school results or the grades from your last three years.
  • Deadlines: 1 March for Fall and 1 November for Winter. Late applications are considered only if places remain.
  • You need a CAQ from Quebec's immigration ministry and a study permit valid for the whole academic year by the start of the semester, plus proof of health and accident insurance.

English requirements

For this course: St. Lawrence's own online English assessment (no external test accepted); French at B2 level (TCF, TEF, DELF, DALF or BRIGHT) unless exempt.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
English assessmentAll applicants take St. Lawrence's online English assessment (CA$35). No external test, such as IELTS, can replace it.
French requirementB2 level on TCF, TEF, DELF or BRIGHT, or C1/C2 on DALF, within the last two years, unless exempt (for example after three years of French-language high school).
Low English resultYou may need to take a St. Lawrence English course (fee charged) or follow a plan the college approves.

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Intakes

This course starts in: Fall semester; Winter semester.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Canada

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Official transcript (final high school results or last three years)
  • Birth certificate copy with parents' names
  • French test result at B2 level, unless exempt
  • CAQ and study permit
  • Certified English or French translations of other documents

About Champlain College St. Lawrence

Champlain College St. Lawrence is the only public English-language CEGEP in Quebec City, with over 950 students. It is one of the three colleges of Champlain Regional College. As a CEGEP it awards the Diploma of College Studies (DEC), not degrees: two-year pre-university programmes lead to university and three-year career programmes lead to work.

Teaching is in English, but international applicants must also prove French at B2 level on a recognised test unless they are exempt, and must take the college's own English assessment. Indian applicants without French will need to reach B2 before applying. International students pay CA$7,575 per semester in Fall 2026.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Social Science (pre-university DEC 300.A1) at Champlain College St. Lawrence?

The tuition for international students is C$15,150 a year (about ₹10.2 lakh). International student fee of CA$7,575 per semester in Fall 2026 (× 2 semesters), plus about CA$323 a semester in study and association fees; 2027-28 not yet published. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Social Science (pre-university DEC 300.A1)?

The course takes 2 years.

What English score do I need?

St. Lawrence's own online English assessment (no external test accepted); French at B2 level (TCF, TEF, DELF, DALF or BRIGHT) unless exempt. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: Fall semester; Winter semester. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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