General Arts and Sciences Certificate

The General Arts and Sciences Certificate provides an academic foundation in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, developing communication, research, and analytical skills needed for further study. Courses are designed to align with transfer-credit agreements at multiple Alberta universities, allowing students to build toward degree-level study while completing the certificate. The programme spans two terms, equivalent to one academic year, and gives graduates the academic readiness needed to pursue further studies in a degree programme. Coursework draws from a range of arts and science disciplines, giving students breadth across subject areas before they specialize in a specific field at the degree level. The certificate suits students who have not yet finalized a degree pathway, or who need to strengthen academic skills before transferring into university-level programmes.