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Students in General Studies are encouraged to develop their own academic path – seeking opportunities that match their interests and coalescing them into a unique program which suits their goals. General Studies is the most flexible area of study at KPU, and allows for the greatest degree of customization as students can take courses from a variety of disciplines.
Bachelor of Arts, Major in General Studies
Potential Disciplines for the Bachelor of Arts, Major in General Studies Degree based on interest:
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Art/Design |
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Climate/Sustainability |
Cultural Studies |
Education |
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5 courses in Art History |
5 courses in Journalism or Communications |
5 courses in Policy Studies |
5 courses in Asian Studies |
5 courses in Educational Studies |
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5 courses in Fine Arts |
5 courses in English |
5 courses in Geography |
5 courses in Language and Culture or Interdisciplinary Expressive Arts |
5 courses in English |
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5 courses in Music or Entertainment Arts |
5 courses in Creative Writing |
5 courses in Anthropology |
5 courses in Anthropology |
5 courses in History |
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Education (EDAS Students) |
Film Studies |
History |
Law |
Mental Health |
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5 courses in Educational Assistant |
5 courses in Asian Studies |
5 courses in History |
5 courses in Criminology |
5 courses in Counselling Psychology |
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5 courses in Educational Studies |
5 courses in English |
5 courses in Asian Studies |
5 courses in Philosophy |
5 courses in Psychology |
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5 courses in Counselling Psychology |
5 courses in Art History or Sosiology |
5 courses in Indigenous Studies or Anthropology |
5 courses in Political Science or Psychology |
5 courses in Criminology |
Please note, students can use courses from other Faculties for their academic disciplines. Please make an appointment with an Arts Degree Advisor to discuss how your courses fit into the BA in General Studies.
Associate of Arts (AA) Degree in General Studies
AA Degree Framework
All courses used as part of an AA degree must be transferrable to one of the following BC universities: SFU, UBC, UNBC, or UVIC. Minimum grade of "C" is required in all courses. The total of 60 credits must include a minimum of 21 credits in Arts at the second-year level taken in two or more subject areas
English and Science Requirements:
- 6 Credits of First Year English: ENGL 1100 and ENGL 1202 or 1204
- 9 Credits of Science:
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1 class in Mathematics, Computing Science, or Statistics: |
1 class in Laboratory Science: |
1 additional class from either Mathematics, Computing Science, Statistics or Laboratory Science |
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Social Sciences & Humanities Requirements:
- 6 credits of Social Sciences
- 6 credits of Humanities
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Social Sciences |
Humanities |
or any course cross-listed with these |
or any course cross-listed with these |
Additional Credits
- 24 additional credits in Arts
- 9 Additional Credits in Arts, Sciences, or other areas
Please make an advising appointment with Central Advising or International Advising to plan out your courses.
Diploma in General Studies
Students can obtain a Diploma in General Studies upon the completing a minimum of 60 undergraduate credits. Students can take undergraduate courses across different departments and faculties. This diploma allows students the opportunity to explore multidisciplinary subject areas.
The Diploma in General Studies students can book an appointment with Central Advising or International Advising to explore courses within the various fields of study KPU has to offer.