BA in Aging and Society - Mental Health and Addiction (Honours) in Hamilton Canada | McMaster University

Our Health, Aging & Society programs enable students to examine diverse subjects like health's social influences, wellness in later life, psychological wellbeing and substance use, along with societal aspects of aging. These undergraduate programs prepare learners to tackle challenges like healthcare availability, fostering positive aging attitudes, and addressing mental health and addiction through social science frameworks.



Graduates from the Health, Aging & Society Department develop competencies in analytical thinking, written and verbal communication, and specialized understanding of health and aging through a social sciences viewpoint. This encompasses theories about health disparities, healthcare system structures, societal influences on aging populations, and the cultural dimensions of growing older.



Third-year students can participate in practical placements through our department, collaborating with industry experts. The Aging and Society or Health and Society programs can be paired with other Social Sciences or Humanities disciplines. Additionally, students may specialize in Mental Health and Addiction within either degree program.
These degrees can be enhanced with various minor options or a Mohawk College certificate. Admission to Health, Aging & Society programs is competitive, with published minimums not ensuring acceptance. Applicants may enter Health & Society I directly after secondary school or transition to Aging and Society and/or Health and Society majors after first year.