| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-06-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2024-12-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Certificate in General Studies offers flexibility in course selection, allowing students to pursue a wide range of academic interests at any level, either in-person, online, or through a blended format. The program can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis and may be undertaken independently or in conjunction with a diploma or degree. It provides students with the opportunity to customize their education and explore diverse disciplines.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Certificate in General Studies allows students to select almost any combination of courses at the university level. Courses may be completed entirely on campus or online, or blended, on a full- or part-time schedule — for a total of 30 credits. The certificate may only be completed once, and students may complete this program as part of a diploma or degree program.
Other:
- The certificate may be completed as part of a diploma or degree program.
- Some program requirements may be met with credits earned by Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR).
- 15 credits of the 30 required credits may be applied studies, such as fine and performing arts, studio and technology courses.
- Education, business and administrative studies courses are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
- An Open Textbook Pathway to Certificate of General Studies is available, with 30 credits from the following Open Learning distance courses with zero textbook cost:
- GEOL 1011/1111 Introduction to Geoscience 3 credits
- ENGL 1101 Introduction to University Writing 3 credits
- PSYC 2111 Introduction to Research Methods 3 credits
- SOCI 1111 Introduction to Sociology 1 3 credits
- SOCI 1211 Introduction to Sociology 2 3 credits
- BIOL 1593 Anatomy and Physiology 1 3 credits
- BIOL 1693 Anatomy and Physiology 2 3 credits
- HIST 1121 Canadian History to 1867 3 credits
- HIST 1221 Post-Confederation Canadian History 3 credits (pre-requisite: HIST 1211)
- PHIL 1011 Introduction to Epistemology and Metaphysics 3 credits
- Related programs include:
- Diploma in General Studies
- Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
- Bachelor of Arts, General Studies
