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2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
(Brampton)
Trafalgar Road Campus
(Oakville)
For the Winter 2021 semester, this program will be delivered entirely through remote learning. View delivery modes for all programs.
A General Arts and Science diploma is perfect for you if:
Our General Arts and Science diploma program will allow you to:
At Sheridan, you’ll enjoy:
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Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Once you’ve applied for admission to this program, we’ll automatically consider you for this award.
Creative, innovative learning is at the core of all Sheridan’s courses. Here are the courses you’ll take in this program.
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
INFO 10937 | Computer Communications and Data Presentations | 3 |
ENGL10102 | Principles of Academic Writing and Research | 3 |
PHIL 13278 | Philosophy from the Inside Out | 3 |
SOCI 17221 | Principles of Sociology | 3 |
PSYC 16571 | Principles of Psychology | 3 |
LIFE 16367 | College Success | 1 |
Total: | 16 |
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
PHIL 16121 | Philosophy - An Introduction | 3 |
ENGL 17889 | Composition and Rhetoric | 3 |
SOCI 20839 | Diversity in Canadian Society | 3 |
HUMN18823 | Humanities and Western Civilization | 3 |
GNED | General Education Elective | 3 |
Total: | 15 |
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
LITT 20102 | Modern Literature and Contemporary Issues | 3 |
SOCS 10049 | Applied Research Methods for Social Sciences | 3 |
Electives | Two GAS Electives | 6 |
GNED | General Education Elective | 3 |
Total: | 15 |
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
SOCS 20146 | Applied Research in Practice | 3 |
Electives | Three GAS Electives | 9 |
GNED | General Education Elective | 3 |
Total: | 15 |
Courses subject to change.
Courses subject to change.
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Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:
OR
Eligible applicants will be selected on the basis of their previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including required courses).
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program will be assessed and advised individually and may be considered for other, related programs.
*Course duration for September starts is two academic years. Course duration for January starts is 16 months continuous.
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan’s English proficiency requirements.
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Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
In addition to providing credits towards your degree, your General Arts and Science diploma can lead to employment in a wide variety of fields.
You might find jobs in areas such as:
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Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
By the end of the program, graduates will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
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Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
The fees shown here are for the 2020–2021 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic terms of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent terms are not reflected on this website.
Fees for this program are paid to the University of Toronto Mississauga.
Fees for this program are paid to Brock University.
Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
The fees shown here are for the 2020-2021 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic terms of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent terms are not reflected on this website. For English Language Studies, depending on your level placement, your program completion time may differ.
The fees shown here are for Fall 2020, and are subject to change. The English Language Studies program is offered to international students in 7-week sessions. The fees displayed are for each 7-week session and include tuition and health insurance. Depending on your level placement, your program completion time may differ.
Your education is a big investment, and we're here to help! Keep an eye on our Financial Aid & Awards page for regular updates, and check out these important links:
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $1,500 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $2,500 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
As a graduate of Sheridan’s General Arts and Science diploma program, you’ll have the opportunity to transfer to one of our partner universities and apply transfer credits towards your degree (students need to meet the university’s admissions requirements).
Admission requirements may vary from university to university. Please also note that transfer agreements will refer to specific programs at a given university.
Your academic adviser will be able to guide you through this process and answer any questions you have.
GAS-U diploma grads can transfer to York University:
Students may also transfer to any one of the following universities:
And many more!
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Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Trafalgar Road Campus
1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville
Full-time 2 years Program code: PGASU
Start date | Campus | Status |
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Sep 2021 | Davis Campus (Brampton) | Available |
Sep 2021 | Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville) | Available |
Jan 2022 | Davis Campus (Brampton) | Available |
Jan 2022 | Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville) | Available |
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