Why Should You Consider a General Arts and Science Program?
A post-secondary program in general arts and science - arts program provides a broad education in a range of subjects in social sciences, communications and humanities. It allows high school graduates to continue their education and earn transferrable credits to become eligible for a college program in arts.
Program Content
The general arts and science program covers a wide range of subjects, including Math in Digital Age, Concepts in Humanities, Concepts in Social Sciences, Principles of Sociology, developmental Psychology, and Logical Self Defense.
In addition, you also acquire and enhance communication skills and language abilities. The course also provides you with a deep understanding of contemporary Canada - places, peoples and perspectives. You also explore various college programs in humanities, social sciences, tourism and hospitality and associated career options.
This program gives you an opportunity to clarify your interests and options, while allowing you to explore opportunities that you have never thought of. Moreover, a faculty advisor works with you one-on-one to help you understand your areas of interests and educational and career goals.
Program Benefits
The general arts and science program offers you a number of benefits. It helps you:
- Earn transferrable credits, helping you become eligible for post-secondary college programs
- Build a strong foundation in arts, humanities and social sciences to succeed in many different careers
- Explore a variety of college programs and associated career options
- Get into year 1 of a university arts degree Toronto program directly upon successful completion
- Gain credits for college programs with associated universities
- Explore your ultimate career goals
- Develop mathematical ability and communication skills
Program Duration
A number of colleges in Canada offer post-secondary general arts and science programs. Most of them run for one year through two semesters. However, Centennial College’s program runs for two to four semesters, depending upon your individual needs and future goals. Moreover, it also allows you to participate in an articulated program with other universities, including York University, Ryerson University, Griffith University and Athabasca University.
Program Eligibility
You are eligible for this program, if you have completed your secondary education. In order to apply for this program, you will need:
- Secondary school diploma or equivalent, or mature student status
- English Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent or else you will need to take the college English Skills Assessment for Admission
Who Should Consider This Program?
The general arts and science program is open for high school graduates who do not have required credits to apply for college diploma or university degree programs in arts. If you don’t fulfill eligibility criteria for a program of your choice at the college or university, you can consider enrolling in this program. The program not only helps you strengthens your understanding in arts, psychology, social sciences, history and sociology.
This may be a right choice for you, if you’re not clear about what your personal interests are and which college or university program will help you achieve your career goals. When you enrol in this program, a faculty advisor works with you to help gain clarity on what you should opt for.
