General Arts and Science – Liberal Studies Ontario College Diploma program

Program Overview

The General Arts and Science – Liberal Studies program at Georgian College is a two-year diploma program that provides students with a broad understanding of the humanities and social sciences. It develops critical thinking and analytical skills, preparing graduates for further studies or employment in various fields. The program is offered in a hybrid format, combining online and in-person classes. Graduates are eligible for university articulation agreements, offering excellent credit transfer opportunities.

Program Outline

Program Information Extraction: General Arts and Science – Liberal Studies

Degree Overview:

• Program Description: This program allows students to explore subjects within the humanities and social sciences, deepening their critical thinking and analytical skills while expanding their worldviews.
It prepares them for future careers or continued studies at the college or university level. Upon completion, graduates are eligible for university articulation agreements offering excellent credit transfer.
• Objectives:
• Develop critical thinking and analytical skills
• Gain a broad understanding of the humanities and social sciences
• Prepare for further studies or employment
• Build essential skills for employment

Outline:

• Program Length: 2 years
• Credential: Ontario College Diploma
• Delivery Method: Full-time + Part-time
• Program Delivery Method(s): Hybrid
• Program-specific Courses: 16
• Communications Courses: 2
• Program Option or General Education Courses: 2
• General Education Courses: 4
• Course Delivery Method(s): Hybrid (combination of online and in-person classes)

Careers:

• Potential career options:
• Employment in various fields requiring a liberal studies education
• Employment in organizations with their own training programs
• University pathways:
• Pursue further studies in various fields like psychology, sociology, literature, and political science

Other:

• Program website: https://www.georgiancollege.ca/academics/programs/gasl
• Contact information:
• Phone: 705-722-5152
• Email: recruitment@georgiancollege.ca
• International student contact information:
• Phone: 705-722-5158
• Email: international@georgiancollege.ca

Additional Resources:

• Program outline: https://www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/academic-regulations
• Credit for Prior Learning: https://www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer
• University articulation agreements: https://www.georgiancollege.ca/academics/programs/gasl/pathways
• Related programs: https://www.georgiancollege.ca/academics/programs/related-programs/gasl
• Campus Experience Week: https://www.georgiancollege.ca/future-students/events/campus-experience-week
• Guided campus tours: https://www.georgiancollege.ca/future-students/visit-us/campus-tours