The General Arts and Science Diploma at Mohawk College provides a flexible and foundational pathway for students eager to explore diverse academic interests before committing to a specialized field. This undergraduate diploma is ideal if you are seeking to develop essential employability skills, including strong communication, critical thinking, and socio-cultural awareness, or if you need to upgrade academic requirements for future college or university studies. You will gain a deeper understanding of yourself and the world through an interdisciplinary exploration of courses in the humanities and social sciences, fostering an appreciation for the connections between society, culture, environment, politics, and history.
This two-year, full-time, on-campus program allows you to customize your learning experience with a wide range of electives, offering up to two years of direct university transfer credit into humanities and social sciences programs. You will develop stronger written, oral, and digital communication skills, alongside essential employability competencies applicable to both future careers and post-secondary educational aspirations. You will graduate with a solid academic base and the analytical skills necessary to pursue further studies or enter the workforce with confidence.