Certificate in General Arts, Keyano College

Fort McMurray, Alberta

12 Months

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About this course

The General Arts certificate at Keyano College offers students a well-rounded introduction to college, university, and workforce skills. It covers a broad range of subjects within social sciences, fine arts, and humanities, helping students explore their academic interests and formulate a pathway for further education. An optional work-integrated learning component gives students the chance to gain practical experience in a related career area. Graduates of this program may transfer into Bachelor of Arts programs across Alberta, opening up further educational opportunities.

Why this course is highly recommended

This program provides foundational knowledge across multiple disciplines, enabling students to discover their academic interests and prepare for university transfer. The inclusion of an optional work experience option enhances employability skills, making it a strong choice for those looking to explore different fields before committing to a specialization.

Specialisation

Students can choose to focus on specific areas within the program by selecting courses from fine arts and humanities, social sciences, sciences, and electives, allowing for a flexible and personalized educational experience.

Course fees

Application fees

9.71L

1st year tuition fees

9.71L

Living cost

Degree requirements

The program requires a minimum of 24 credits, including at least 6 credits of fine arts and humanities, 6 credits of social science, 6 credits of English, and 12 elective credits from related areas. Courses such as English, philosophy, art history, sociology, psychology, history, political science, and sciences are part of the curriculum.

English language test

TOEFL

DUOLINGO

115

PTE

IELTS

6.5

Career prospects

Graduates can pursue further education in Bachelor of Arts programs across Alberta. The broad skill set also prepares students for various entry-level roles in fields related to social sciences, humanities, arts, and sciences, or for pursuing specialized certificates or diplomas.

FAQs

What are the admission requirements for this program?

Applicants need a high school diploma or equivalent with at least 60% average and no grade below 50% in English 30-1 and four subjects from Groups A, B, or C. Mature students require similar academic standards and must be 21 years old by the start of classes.

What are the English language proficiency requirements?

Prospective students must meet one of several language proficiency scores, including TOEFL with a minimum score of 86 (no subscore below 21), IELTS with a minimum of 6.5 (no band below 5.0), or equivalent scores in other accepted tests.