Program at a glance
Credential
Associate Degree
Area of Study
Arts & Humanities
Study options
Full-time
Part-time
Work experience
Co-op / internship
Open to International
Yes
Length
2 years
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A broad education, a solid foundation
Start in September, January or May
This two-year, 20-course program will give you a well-rounded foundation in the general arts.
Build the program based on your interests and educational goals
A General Arts program gives you the flexibility to choose your own courses and chart your own academic path.
Choose from hundreds of courses in over 40 different subject areas and check out current and upcoming classes using the myCamosun Course Catalogue.
What's an Associate Degree?
An associate degree (AD) is designed to provide an educational experience that lays a solid foundation for further study. It is a two-year academic program made up of 20 university-level courses that can be used towards earning a bachelor's degree at Camosun or transferred into a University program.
Begin your university degree
If your goal is to complete a four-year degree in arts, science, education business or commerce, you may be able to complete half of it at Camosun wheretuition costs are about 30% lower than BC universities.
This AD can also lead to a full block transfer to Royal Roads University's Bachelor of Arts in Professional Communication program.
Small class sizes
Smaller class sizes mean more individual attention.
Program length
The General Arts Associate of Arts Degree program provides some flexibility with course choices and scheduling, you can study full-time or part-time, and potentially year-round.
Career ready
As a graduate, you can choose to continue your studies with a bachelor's degree. You'll also be ready for any career that requires good communications skills and wide general knowledge. This Associate Degree can lead to a full block transfer to Royal Roads University's Bachelor of Arts in Professional Communication program.
What you'll learn
Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning in myCamosun.
Program outline
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
Discover topics of study
Choose a specialization
If you wish to specialize in a discipline, we also have four other
Associate of Arts degrees to choose from.
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Tuition and fees
Estimated tuition fees
Effective from September 1, 2022, to August 31, 2023
General Arts, Associate of Arts Degree
$7,230* (domestic)
$31,080** (international)
General Arts, Associate of Arts Degree, Internship designation
$8,018* (domestic)
$32,680** (international)
General Arts, Associate of Arts Degree, Co-op designation
$8,682* (domestic)
$34,280** (international)
*Figures are approximate. Tuition estimates are for the entire program. Tuition fees vary depending on the individual course fees for the classes you select.
**International tuition estimates are for the entire program.
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.
Curriculum & courses
Admission requirements
Ready to get started? Get your application in for the September, January or May intake.
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.
One of:
- C+ in English 12
- C in English 12 Camosun Alternative
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
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Our teaching staff
Camosun College is fiercely proud of the excellent quality of its instruction. Our teaching staff are experienced, inspiring and supportive of our students’ individual journeys.
Faculty/staff profile

Nicole Kilburn
Program Leader, Archaeology Field Assistant

Learn more
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the Academic Calendar.
Contact information
General Arts
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Campus location
Camosun College Lansdowne
School of Arts & Science
3100 Foul Bay Rd
Victoria BC V8P 5J2
Location link
International Admissions
International students please contact International Admissions