On the page On this page Overview Admissions Courses Careers Related Programs Contact On this page Overview Admissions Courses Careers Related Programs Contact School of Applied Science & Technology Focus on an Impactful Career The University Arts Diploma lets students build a foundation for transferring to the third-year of a Bachelor of Arts degree at a university or earn a stand-alone credential that equips them to enter the workforce. Students will take courses in a variety of subjects to strengthen interdisciplinary perspectives, develop communication and critical thinking skills, and improve and identify potential areas for further study. Apply Get the Green Light for Admission To be considered for admission, you must meet specific criteria, including course requirements, minimum marks, and language proficiencies. Admission to the University of Alberta Bachelor of Arts programs requires an overall average of 60 per cent in the following five Alberta Education courses: English 30-1 Four subjects chosen from Aboriginal Studies 30, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, a Fine Arts (only one Fine Arts subject may be presented), Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2, Mathematics 31, Physics 30, Science 30, Social Studies 30-1, 30-level language other than English. Full Admission Requirements Take a Peek at What's in Store Get a taste for learning and review a few of the required courses. Social and Individual Behaviour PY1050 This second introductory course in psychology follows PY1040 and gives students an understanding of themselves and other people through the study of basic concepts, principles, theories, and methods used in the scientific study of behaviour. The course covers biological and cognitive development, emotion and motivation, social psychology, personality theories, mental and behavioural disorders, treatment of mental and behavioural disorders, and stress and health. All Course Information Introduction to Creative Writing: Prose EN2950 At an introductory level, this course emphasizes the principles and practices of writing publishable prose. Students are allowed to write in various genres aimed at traditional publication or other markets. All Course Information Introduction to Political Studies, Ideas and Forms of Government PO1010 This course is an introduction to key political concepts such as power, authority, order, equality, freedom and justice. These concepts are examined as they are employed by different ideologies including liberalism, conservatism, socialism, communism, anarchism, feminism, postmodernism and religious fundamentalism. Political ideas and practices are also examined in the context of democratic, authoritarian and totalitarian forms of government. The role of the news media under different kinds of regime may also be considered. All Course Information Kickstart an Impactful Career The Bachelor of Arts University Transfer Program could set you on the path to being a researcher and policy analyst, public relations professional, advertiser and content creator, lawyer, archaeologist, journalist, psychologist, social worker, translator, and writer. Map out your career path. Our knowledgeable Advising team can help you get started and bring your goals into focus. Connect Today Programs That Work. Find your fit with career focused education and practical connections at every step. More Programs University Arts Diploma Focus on English, psychology, communications and more with... Visual Arts and Design Diploma Build your creative assets with drawing, painting... Fine Arts University Transfer Use your creative spirit to sketch out a career path in... Load more programs Find a Program That Works. We're here to help you land an impactful career. Email Us
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