Arts and Science Studies, Diploma

Program at a glance

Credential

Diploma

Work experience

Co-op / internship

Study options

Full-time

Part-time

Open to International

Yes

Area of study

Arts & Humanities

Natural Sciences

University Transfer

Length

2 years

Financial help

Learn about awards, grants and bursaries that do not need to be paid back.

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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 Camosun 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 can complete your first two years of university study at Camosun. Our Academic Advising department 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 full block transfer to Royal Roads University's Bachelor of Arts in Professional Communication program.*

If you decide not to pursue a degree, the Diploma in Arts and Science Studies is a 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 a Co-op or Internship option to complement your studies.

You will gain practical 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 myCamosun.

For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.

Program outline

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.

Financial Aid & Awards

Admission requirements

One of:

C in English 11
C in English 11 Camosun Alternative
C in Math 11
C in MATH 073
C in MATH 077
C in MATH 137
C+ in MATH 072
C+ in MATH 075
C+ in MATH 135

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...