Program at a glance
Credential
Diploma
Work experience
Co-op / internship
Study options
Full-time
Part-time
Open to International
Yes
Length
2 years
Financial help
Explore arts and science
Start in September, January or May
Education is a voyage.Discover your passions by taking courses from many disciplines, or concentrate on a particular subject area if you already have a specific educational goal in mind.
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Diploma to degree
Two years at ܼŲͼ can prepare you for further post-secondary studies in a broad range of academic streams.
The Diploma in Arts and Science Studies may lead you directly into a specific program or degree at another institution. If you are headed to UVic, you cancomplete your first two years of university studyat ܼŲͼ. OurAcademic Advisingdepartment can help you to choose the right courses for transfer into third-year studies at UVic or at many other institutions. This diploma can also lead to a to Royal Roads University'sDz.*
If you decide not to pursue a degree, the Diploma in Arts and Science Studies isa useful addition to your résumé, as many employers look for successful completion of two years of post-secondary education.
Work experience
During your Diploma in Arts and Science Studies, you can take aCo-op or Internship optionto complement your studies.
You will gainpractical work experience, which may be paid or unpaid, through either one four-month internship or two co-op work terms. You can take your work term after you have completed at least eight courses in the program.
What you'll learn
Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning in.
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
Explore your educational interests
Chart your own course with the highly flexible Diploma in Arts and Science Studies. Choose a wide variety of courses, specialize in one area or take an optional work term to complement your education.
Years 1 and 2
To complete this diploma program, you will take a total of 20 courses at the 100-level or higher.
Optional work terms
After you have completed at least eight courses, you can choose to complement your diploma with two co-op work terms or an internship.
Tuition and fees
Effective from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025
Estimated tuition
Tuition estimates are for the entire program.
Arts and Science Studies, Diploma
$7,342 (domestic)
$32,864 (international)
Arts and Science Studies, Diploma, Internship designation
$8,162 (domestic)
$35,142 (international)
Arts and Science Studies, Diploma,Co-op designation
$8,853 (domestic)
$36,833 (international)
Domestic tuition fees vary depending on the individual course fees for the classes you select.
For International students visit: International Tuition & Fees.
Student fees
In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to:Student Fees.
Financial assistance
You may need to find more than one source of funding to help pay for your education and living costs while attending college. Check out sources of money you don't need to pay back as well as those that need to be repaid.
Admission requirements
One of:
When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the program admission requirements listed above. Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar: Loading...
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Contact us
If you have admissions questions contact us today!
If you have questions about what you can expect to learn in your classes contactartsci@camosun.caor the program chair.
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David Visentin
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visentin@vcm.bc.ca
250-386-5311 ext: 3270
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Learn more
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
Contact information
School of Arts & Science
International students please contact ܼŲͼ International