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Associate of Arts Degree
Admission requirements
When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the following admission requirements.
Tip Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
| Requirement | High school course | Camosun course | Alternatives |
|---|---|---|---|
| English one of: |
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Completion requirements
- two (2) courses in first-year English
- three (3) courses in Science which shall include at least:
- one (1) course in Math, or Computing Science, or Statistics; and,
- one (1) course in a Laboratory Science;
- twelve (12) courses in Arts which shall include at least:
- two (2) courses in Social Science;
- two (2) courses in Humanities;
- two (2) courses in Arts at the first or second-year level;
- six (6) courses in Arts at the second-year level in two or more subject areas; and,
- three (3) Elective courses (Arts, Science or other areas)
For a total of 20 courses.
The course requirements for the Associate Degree program credential are mandated by the provincial government. You must complete a total of 20 university transfer courses, and achieve an overall GPA of 2.0 ("C"), to obtain an Associate of Arts Degree. No course may be used to meet more than one of the specific requirements; 25% of your courses must be completed at Camosun College.
This program contains a blend of arts and science courses to support the concept of a broad education. Learn more.
Associate of Science Degree
Admission requirements
When you apply you will need to submit proof that you meet the following admission requirements.
Tip Where a letter grade is specified, you must have proof of that grade or higher.
| Requirement | High school course | Camosun course | Alternatives |
|---|---|---|---|
| English one of: |
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| Math one of: |
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| Science one of: |
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*A higher grade may be required for prerequisites to some courses (e.g. MATH 100).
Completion requirements
- two (2) Math courses (must include MATH 100 or MATH 108)
- two (2) courses in first-year English
- six (6) courses in Science (must include one laboratory science course)
- six (6) courses in second-year Science in two or more subject areas
- two (2) courses in Arts other than English (excluding mathematics and laboratory science)
- two (2) Elective courses from Arts, Science or other areas.
For a total of 20 courses.
The course requirements for the Associate Degree program credential are mandated by the provincial government. You must complete a total of 20 university transfer courses, and achieve an overall GPA of 2.0 ("C"), to obtain an Associate of Science Degree. No course may be used to meet more than one of the specific requirements; 25% of your courses must be completed at Camosun College.
This program contains a blend of arts and science courses to support the concept of a broad education. Learn more.
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Camosun offers alternative courses and upgrading programs to help you get started.
What kind of applicant are you?
Camosun has three different applicant categories:
- Adult
- Current BC/Yukon High School Student
- International
