General Studies - Suspended
Overview
Faculty of Arts and Science
MacEwan.ca/GeneralStudies
SUSPENDED: THERE ARE NO PLANNED INTAKES FOR THIS PROGRAM. APPLICATIONS FOR ADMISSION ARE NOT BEING ACCEPTED.
General Studies is excellent preparation for entry into career studies, university-transfer and degree programs at MacEwan University, and various other faculties in Alberta universities. The General Studies program offers university credit coursework in the following areas: anthropology, art history, biology, classics, computer science, drama, economics, health education, history, music, philosophy, political science, psychology, and sociology.
Students are encouraged to seek admission to a degree or university-transfer program, even if their academic goal is undecided. If a student does not meet the admission requirements of the Bachelor of Arts or another university program, the General Studies program may be the right option. University credit courses are available through the General Studies program, although it is not considered a degree or university-transfer program.
Note:
- General Studies offers a liberal arts education. Normally, only first-year courses are available to General Studies students
- Students are encouraged, but not required, to complete a General Studies diploma (60 credits) while enrolled in the program. General Studies students who have completed the diploma will be eligible for MacEwan University alumni benefits
Career Potential
The General Studies program is not designed as a career program. However, the benefits of its liberal arts programming can be an important asset to any career. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the General Studies program to ensure it is appropriate to assist them with their academic goals.
Contact Information
T: 780-497-4505
E: artsandscience@macewan.ca
Program of Study
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| English | ||
| Choose 6 credits in any courses in English except upgrading and developmental courses | 6 | |
| Social Science | ||
| Choose 15 credits in any courses in anthropology, economics, political science, psychology, or sociology | 15 | |
| Canadian Studies | ||
| Choose 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
| Introduction to Macroeconomics | ||
| History of Canada to 1867 | ||
| History of Canada Since 1867 | ||
| Canadian Political Realities | ||
| Canadian Society | ||
| Humanities | ||
| Choose 12 credits in any courses in classics, history or philosophy | 12 | |
| Science | ||
| Choose 3 credits from the following: | 3 | |
| Current Issues in Human Biology | ||
| Humans and Their Environment | ||
| Introductory Psychology I | ||
| Introduction to Computing I | ||
| Analytical Reasoning | ||
| Electives | ||
| Choose 18 credits in any baccalaureate-level courses with a minimum of three credits | 18 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
All courses taken to satisfy diploma requirements must have a minimum value of three credits.
With approval, additional courses may be used to satisfy course and discipline requirements.
The minimum passing grade for a course at MacEwan University is a D unless otherwise noted next to the appropriate course in the program of study.