-

General Arts
One Year Certificate
| Program Code: | GAP |
| Campus: | Newnham, Seneca@York, King |
| Duration: | 2 Semesters (8 Months) |
| Start Dates: | Fall, Winter, Start dates are subject to change |
| Credential Awarded: | Ontario College Certificate |
Program Description
The General Arts One–Year Certificate program provides you with a general education in the Liberal Arts and an opportunity to explore other college programs. You may select courses from a wide range of disciplines to meet your individual needs. Areas of selection include the Humanities, Social and other Behavioural Sciences, and courses in Technology and/or Business Studies. An effective career–counselling component will help you choose and prepare for more career– specific post–secondary education.
Admission Requirements
Program Eligibility:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma with a majority of senior credits at the College Preparation (C), University Preparation (U) or University/College Preparation (M) level or Mature Student Status (age 19 or older)
- Grade 12 English: ENG4(C) or ENG4(U)
The Importance of Learning Skills:
Student success in college requires well developed learning skills (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well–organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. While it is expected that applicants would have developed these skills through previous education and life experiences, Seneca offers support to assist students with further development of these important skills. Seminars, workshops and tutoring are available at Seneca's Learning Centres.
Fees
Your Future
Students who are not sure what program they wish to pursue at the college level will find the General Arts Certificate program a wonderful way to explore career programs and to experience college life. Graduates enter the work world with excellent life skills, or go on to higher education well prepared. General Arts Certificate students often move into other college diploma programs.
Academic Opportunities
Graduates utilize the skills acquired in the program to enter the working world or pursue further education. Educational opportunities may include:
- Transferring to another diploma program;
- Transferring to the two–year Liberal Arts program, which may provide pathways to university programs.
Curriculum
| Semester 1 | Subject Name | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|
| EAC150 | College English | 3 |
| ICA001 | Introduction to Computer and Applications | 2 |
| MTHXXX | Mathematics | 4 |
| NAT108 | Understanding Science and Technology | 3 |
| PSY355 | Applied Psychology of Learning and Careers | 4 |
| Semester 2 | Subject Name | Hrs/Wk |
| CAN149 | Current Issues in Canada | 3 |
| PSY181 | Learning, Thinking and Problem Solving | 4 |
| XXXXXX | General Education Option (Literature) | 3 |
| XXXXXX or XXXXXX |
General Education Option or Professional Option |
3 or 4 |
| XXXXXX or XXXXXX |
General Education Option or Professional Option |
3 or 4 |
Contact Us
| Program Coordinators: | |
| Newnham Campus: | Riaz Saloojee Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 22045 Email: Riaz.Saloojee@senecacollege.ca |
| Seneca@York Campus: | Geraldine Bowman Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 33130 Email: Geraldine.Bowman@senecacollege.ca |
| Program Chair: | Peter Meehan Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 22309 Email: Peter.Meehan@senecacollege.ca |
| Admissions Advisors: | |
| Domestic Admissions Advisor: Newnham and Seneca@York Campuses: |
Maureen Massicot Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 22014 Email: Maureen.Massicot@senecacollege.ca |
| Domestic Admissions Advisor: King Campus: |
Daniela Zarpellon Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 55017 Email: Daniela.Zarpellon@senecacollege.ca |
| International Admissions Advisor: | Gina Lombardi Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 22405 Email: Gina.Lombardi@senecacollege.ca |
| Registration & Records Advisors: | |
| Newnham Campus: | Sandra Phoon Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 22584 Email: Sandra.Phoon@senecacollege.ca |
| Seneca@York Campus: | Julie Berns Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 33008 Email: Julie.Berns@senecacollege.ca |
| King Campus: | Daniela Zarpellon Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 55017 Email: Daniela.Zarpellon@senecacollege.ca |

