Liberal Arts

Program Overview

The University of Regina's Liberal Arts Certificate and Diploma programs provide foundational skills and general knowledge through a broad range of subjects, emphasizing transferable skills like critical thinking and communication. These online and flexible programs can enhance career prospects in various industries and serve as a stepping stone towards further studies in diverse degree programs at the university.

Program Outline

They provide flexibility, develop sought-after soft skills, and allow students to explore their interests while earning incremental progress towards a degree.

• Objectives: The programs aim to build foundational career-relevant skills and general knowledge, preparing students for a range of professions or further study.
They equip students with a wide knowledge base, confidence, and flexibility to continually learn new skills and apply them in a changing workplace.
• Description: The programs focus on broad subject areas like language, history, writing, social science, art, math, and more.
They emphasize the development of transferable skills such as research, writing, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and effective communication.

Outline:

• Content: The programs cover a wide range of liberal arts subjects, including language, history, writing, social science, art, math, and more.
• Structure:
• Certificate:
10 courses/30 credit hours
• Diploma:
20 courses/60 credit hours
• Course Schedule: The programs can be taken 100% online, allowing students to learn at their own pace and in a way that suits them.
Courses are also available in person or live-streamed.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: The programs prepare students for a range of professions and further study.
Graduates can be seen in nearly all industries and professions.
• Opportunities: The programs develop critical thinking, communication, and creative problem-solving skills, which are highly sought after by employers in all industries.
• Outcomes: The programs provide students with a recognized credential that can be used to build their resume and stand out to employers.

Other:

• Accessibility: The programs are offered online and in person, making them accessible to a wide range of students.
• Transferability: The program courses can be applied to degree programs in six different U of R faculties, including Arts, Business Administration, Kinesiology & Health Studies, Media, Art & Performance, Science, and Social Work.
• Indulge Your Curiosity: The liberal arts encompass a wide range of subject areas, allowing students to explore their interests and passions while working towards their education and career goals.