Arts & Science offers a variety of certificate, diploma and associate degree programs. We also offer our University Transfer program, which gives you the flexibility to mix and match courses to create an educational plan that's right for you. Programs ProgramDescriptionApplied Chemistry and Biotechnology DiplomaCreative, meticulous and evidence-based — if you're interested in the variety of skills needed to make amazing scientific discoveries, this program is for you.Archaeological Field Assistant CertificateYou'll be introduced to provincial heritage legislation, First Nations traditional heritage management and perspectives of archaeology.Arts and Science Studies DiplomaChoose this diploma program for the flexibility and freedom to discover your passions.Biology Associate DegreeThe study of life from the molecular to a global perspective.Comics & Graphic Novels CertificateThe program blends drawing, creative writing and publishing into visual storytelling.Criminal Justice DiplomaYou'll gain a critical understanding of how the criminal justice system works to protect society.Digital Communication CertificateExplore the ways communication influences and reflects society and culture, and the role that digital technology has in the communication process.Digital Production, Writing and Design CertificateIn this certificate program, you'll explore digital video and audio production, web design, digital photography and writing for journalism and the web.Economics Associate DegreeOffered in partnership with the School of Business, explores how to apply economic theories to analyze market changes, consumer choices, competition, business cycles, and the effects of trade.Engineering Transfer Certificate/Transfers to UVicGives you an introduction to engineering mechanics and project design in addition to a solid foundation in first year science and English.English Associate DegreeThe study of literature opens the door to a world of creative inquiry.Environmental Technology DiplomaYou'll gain academic expertise combined with hands-on laboratory and field skills.General Arts Associate DegreeThis flexible program offers you a two-year grounding in the arts.General Science Associate DegreeThis flexible program offers you a two-year, strong foundation in science.Mental Health, Addictions, and Criminal Justice Advanced CertificateApply an interprofessional approach to the provision of services and supports for individuals with mental health or substance use challenges in contact with the criminal justice system.Music Creativity & Performance Foundations CertificateA one-year course of studies designed for students intending to pursue studies in music at the postsecondary level, and who may require additional learning, including theory/rudiments and one-to-one studio instruction.Music Performance DiplomaDesigned to meet a heightened requirement for versatility in performance style. Increasing demand on artists to participate in creation, along with the quick implementation of music technologies to create, capture, and transfer music, indicates the need for non-traditional training.Music Technologies CertificateThis online program is designed for accomplished musicians and will allow you to acquire a basic competency in digital technologies related to music-making.Pre-Social Work Associate DegreeSocial workers are interested in social change and passionate about social justice.Psychology Associate Degree of ArtsAcademic psychology and applied psychology in the form of introductory interpersonal relations and counselling courses.University TransferIn UT, our most flexible program, you can mix and match your courses to create an educational plan that's just right for you.Visual Arts DiplomaYou'll explore the role of the artist in contemporary culture by spending time in the studios as well as the classroom.Course OutlinesDo you need to provide another institution with a detailed course outline? You can find them here. Learn more. Arts & Science Subjects In addition to our programs, we offer courses in many different subject areas.Learn more