Course overview
Honours B.A. in Social Innovation is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in business & management at Saint Paul University in Ottawa, Canada. It takes 4 years (8 trimesters), with field experience, with intakes in September (full-time, Fall start only).
Saint Paul University is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Saint Paul University (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Ottawa, Canada |
| Course | Honours B.A. in Social Innovation |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 4 years (8 trimesters), with field experience |
| Tuition per year | C$19,955 (≈ ₹13.4 lakh) |
| Intakes | September (full-time, Fall start only) |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.5 (writing 6.5); TOEFL 86 (writing 22); PTE 60 (writing 60); Duolingo 120 |
Interested in Honours B.A. in Social Innovation?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$19,955 a year, about ₹13.4 lakh. Over 4 years that is roughly C$79,820 (≈ ₹53.5 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2025-2026 international tuition for two trimesters; CA$16,955 with the Étudier en français scholarship (French-taught study). 2026-27 rate not confirmed
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated housing costSaint Paul estimate | C$8,000–10,000per 8 months | ≈ ₹5.4 lakh – ₹6.7 lakh |
| Estimated housing costSaint Paul estimate | C$12,000–15,000per 12 months | ≈ ₹8 lakh – ₹10.1 lakh |
| University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP/RAMU)2025-2026 | C$792per year | ≈ ₹53,064 |
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.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Average (median) salary
C$64,000
≈ ₹42.9 lakh a year
Median employment income two years after graduation, Undergraduate degree
Job roles
- Business analyst
- Management consultant
- Project manager
- Marketing executive
- Human resources officer
- Supply chain manager
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Deloitte
PwC
EY
KPMG
Accenture
McKinsey & Company
Amazon
Unilever
Procter & Gamble
IBM
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Saint Paul University for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- 12 years of schooling equivalent to an Ontario Secondary School Diploma; Saint Paul lists recognised diplomas on its admission requirements page.
- Applications are for a specific programme, year and session, and are assessed only once all documents arrive.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.5 (writing 6.5); TOEFL 86 (writing 22); PTE 60 (writing 60); Duolingo 120.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall with 6.5 in writing (all levels). |
| TOEFL | 86 (writing 22) for undergraduate; 79 (writing 24) for master's. |
| PTE Academic | 60 (writing 60) for undergraduate; 58 (writing 58) for master's. |
| Duolingo English Test | 120, undergraduate only. |
| Exemption | At least three years of full-time study at an English-medium institution in a country where English is an official language (uOttawa list); Saint Paul may still ask for a test. Score page last revised March 2024. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September (full-time, Fall start only).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Official transcripts for all studies, sent directly by your institution
- Certified translations if transcripts are not in English or French
- Official English (or French) test result
- Programme-specific documents
- Deposit for study-permit students (deducted from tuition; refundable only with a study permit refusal)
Scholarships
Étudier en français scholarship
UG and PG
Value: Reduces international tuition by CA$3,000 (undergraduate) and up to CA$4,500 (graduate) a year, based on 2025-2026 figures
International students studying in French
Official page
About Saint Paul University
Saint Paul University (Université Saint-Paul) is a small bilingual university in Ottawa, closely linked to the University of Ottawa: some degrees, such as the MA in Conflict Studies, are conferred jointly by the two universities' senates, and students use uOttawa services. It teaches in English and French in conflict studies, social communication, counselling and psychotherapy, social innovation, ethics and public affairs, canon law and theology.
Indian students can take several programmes in English, including honours BAs in conflict studies, social communication and social innovation, and the MA in Counselling, Psychotherapy and Spirituality. International tuition for 2025-2026 was CA$19,955 a year for undergraduates and up to CA$29,965 for graduate study. Saint Paul's international page explains PGWP basics; see our Canada guide for the rules.
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More courses at Saint Paul University
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- Honours B.A. in Social Communication4 years (8 trimesters), with two internships · C$19,955 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Honours B.A. in Social Innovation at Saint Paul University?
The tuition for international students is C$19,955 a year (about ₹13.4 lakh). 2025-2026 international tuition for two trimesters; CA$16,955 with the Étudier en français scholarship (French-taught study). 2026-27 rate not confirmed. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Honours B.A. in Social Innovation?
The course takes 4 years (8 trimesters), with field experience.
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.5 (writing 6.5); TOEFL 86 (writing 22); PTE 60 (writing 60); Duolingo 120. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September (full-time, Fall start only). 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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