Arts and Science Studies, Diploma

Program at a glance

Credential

Diploma

Work experience

Co-op / internship

Study options

Full-time or part-time

Open to International

Yes

Area of study

Arts & Humanities

Natural Sciences

University Transfer

Length

2 years

Start here go anywhere

Complete your first two years of university study at Camosun and then transfer into third-year studies at UVic or many other institutions.*

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.

three business students enjoy the Camosun Campus

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, 2022, to August 31, 2023

Estimated tuition

Tuition estimates are for the entire program.

Arts and Science Studies, Diploma

$7,057 (domestic)
$31,080 (international)

Arts and Science Studies, Diploma, Internship designation

$7,845 (domestic)
$32,680 (international)

Arts and Science Studies, Diploma, Co-op designation

$8,509 (domestic)
$34,280 (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

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 11
C in English 11 or Math 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

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

Apply today

Missing admission requirements?

Take an assessment or upgrade with us.

Contact us

If you have admissions questions contact us today!

If you have questions about what you can expect to learn in your classes contact artsci@camosun.ca or the program chair.

Brad Muir (d.bradley muir)

Chair, Visual Arts

d.bradley muir is an artist whose practice focuses on contemporary photography, sculpture and installation. He holds a BFA with distinction from Conco ...

Denise Iacobucci

Instructor, Psychology

My career as a teaching professor embodies a love of life-long learning. My academic interests are focused around national and international experienc ...

Peter Ove

Chair, Social Sciences

Peter Ove has been teaching sociology since 2009. Apart from teaching at UVic and Camosun, Peter has also worked as a UN human settlements officer in ...

Janice Shewey

Chair, Humanities

Janice Shewey joined the Humanities Department at Camosun College in 2011 after completing her MA in Hispanic Studies at the University of Victoria. H ...

Kristine Kerins

Chair, English

Kristine is a third generation lover of words. Her mother taught English and drama before becoming a librarian and curriculum coordinator, and her gra ...

Patrick Montgomery

Chair, Math & Statistics

Patrick joined Camosun College in 2014, and is excited to play a part in the mathematical journey of our students. He started his education at the Uni ...

Stephanie Ingraham

Chair, Physics & Astronomy

Stephanie is an instructor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Camosun College. She is originally from Ontario, where she completed her unde ...

John Lee

Chair, Chemistry & Geoscience

My passion for teaching began at the University of Victoria in 2008 where I worked as a Sessional Instructor. I moved to Camosun College the following ...

Kate Pettem

Chair, Biology

I have a bachelor's in biochemistry, PhD in neuroscience, graduate certificate in teaching in higher education…and a passion for sharing science with ...

Emrys Prussin

Chair - Environmental Technology

David Visentin

Chair, Music and Director Post-Secondary, VCM

David Visentin is widely known throughout Canada as a performer, conductor, pedagogue and arts administrator whose leadership and creative experience ...

Lois Fernyhough

Chair, Communications

In addition to developing communications courses for the Communications department, Lois currently teaches CMNS 100 (Introduction to Communication), C ...

Wendy Taylor

Chair, Criminal Justice

A group of 5 students sitting on the grass. They are talking and laughing.

Learn more

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

Program Outline

Contact information

School of Arts & Science

Fisher 104

Lansdowne Campus

250-370-3298

artsci@camosun.ca

International students please contact Camosun International