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Arts and Integrated Studies

General Studies diploma

QUICK FACTS

Credential:
Diploma

Duration:
2 years

Format:
Full time, Online, Part time

How to apply

Start date:
January, May, September 

Location:
May vary depending on course selection

Cost:
Fees & Costs

FEATURES:

  • As a General Studies student, you can fully customize your own educational experience to fit your goals
  • You may be able to count vocational credits, transfer credits, or professional training towards your diploma
  • Program eligible for financial aid

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The General Studies Diploma is UFV’s most flexible, transfer-friendly diploma program. Use it as a stand-alone credential (two-year, 60-credit) or as your foundation for further university studies. Choose from a wide range of courses and select those that match your interests and goals. Transfer students can also use up to 45 university-level credits to meet the requirements of the diploma. The program can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis, and international students are welcome to apply. You

The Diploma ladders directly into the Bachelor of Integrated Studies degree. You may also choose to apply to another degree program (BA, BSW, BSc, BA in ADED, BBA, etc.) after completing your General Studies Diploma. If your goal is to complete a degree, it is highly recommended that you complete the first- and second-year requirements of the planned degree program while in the General Studies Diploma program.

Make an appointment with an academic advisor to see if this program is right for you. The advisor will help you to identify your learning goals and devise a personalized plan for your studies. International students applying to UFV for the first time to complete the General Studies Diploma should contact UFV International.

CAREER EXPECTATIONS

The UFV General Studies program can be used as a stepping stone into many different careers or for career advancement, depending on the way in which you customize your program of study.

General Studies Diploma graduates frequently gain employment in business (hospitality, manufacturing, customer service, transportation, etc.), government and administrative support, community programming and outreach, aviation, and public safety.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

OTHER ADMISSION CATEGORIES

This program is open for international students

UPGRADING OPTIONS

Get in touch with UFV's Upgrading and University Preparation department to learn more about upgrading options.

QUESTIONS?

Phone: 1-604-851-6333
Toll free: 1-888-504-7441, local 6333
Email: ais@ufv.ca
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