DOMESTIC APPLICATIONS
Winter 2023: Currently accepting applications
Summer 2023: Currently accepting applications
Fall 2023: Currently accepting applications
Program
General Studies
Faculty
Department
Credits
60.00
Length of Program
Four semesters
Credential Type
Diploma
Learning Format
Full-time
Part-time
Admission Type
Open Enrolment - General Admission Requirements
Offered
Fall
Winter
Summer
Overview
Not sure what you want to study? The Diploma in General Studies allows you to explore your interests through courses in the humanities, sciences, performing arts and business, all while accumulating credits that - when chosen carefully - can transfer to university or another program at Douglas. Participate in discussions and presentations, and engage in classroom lectures to develop and enhance your critical thinking, writing, research and presentation skills, competencies that are crucial to success in your career or further education.
Admissions Requirements
General College Admission Requirements
Cost
You can get an average cost for your program - tuition and student fees, books, uniforms, lab fees etc - on the Program Cost page.
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Program Requirements
Curriculum Framework
Graduation Requirements For Students Completing By Summer 2023:
- Successful completion of 60 credits
- Must include one university-transfer English or Communications course
- A minimum of two courses from at least three different faculties
- A maximum of 15 credits in one subject as defined by the four-letter course abbreviation (ex. BIOL, CRIM, ECON, etc.)
- Time limit to complete program graduation requirements: seven (7) years
Graduation Requirements For Students Completing After Summer 2023:
- Successful completion of 60 credits
- Must include one university-transfer English or Communications course
- A minimum of two courses from at least three different faculties
- A maximum of 15 credits in one subject as defined by the four-letter course abbreviation (ex. BIOL, CRIM, ECON, etc.)
- 50% (30 credits) of all coursework must be completed at Douglas College
- Graduate in Good Academic Standing (Cumulative GPA of 1.50 – See Academic Performance Policy)
- Time limit to complete program graduation requirements: seven (7) years
Program Guidelines
Program Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this program and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the program, consider the previous version as the applicable version.
Testimonials
Career Pathways
This program will prepare you for further education and enhance your current skill set. Develop your academic experience, discover what interests you, and apply your new knowledge to your future career.