Diploma in Arts
Description
The Diploma of Arts degree lays a foundation for further study. This credential provides a rigorous grounding in the Arts that prepares students for employment, global citizenship and helps students develop critical thinking skills and a sense of social engagement.
Faculty's website: kpu.ca/arts
Department's website: kpu.ca/arts/arts-courses
Admission Requirements
The Faculty's Admission Requirements, which consist of KPU's undergraduate English Proficiency Requirement, apply to this program.
Curricular Requirements
This diploma includes 60 semester credit hours in university level studies including the following courses.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| First Year | ||
| Select six credits of first-year English | 6 | |
| Select eight additional courses with university transfer credit | 24 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Select ten university studies courses including two chosen from the following disciplines: | 30 | |
Creative Writing or English at the 2000 level | ||
History | ||
Music (with the exception of private lessons) | ||
Philosophy | ||
Political Science | ||
Sociology at the 1200 level or higher | ||
| Total Credits | 60 | |
Credential Awarded
Upon successful completion of this program, students are eligible to receive a Diploma in Arts.
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