Certificate in General Arts and Sciences

The University Arts and Sciences (UNAS) program at Northern Lights College (NLC) serves individuals and communities by providing university-level learning opportunities that reflect the intellectual and creative modes of inquiry practiced in the arts and sciences. A wide variety of first and second-year courses enable learners to pursue numerous credential and career options, and to engage in personal enrichment.

The Certificate in General Arts and Sciences is awarded to students who complete 30 credits of UNAS courses. The certificate is intended to allow students to explore the Arts and Sciences, and to potentially prepare students for continued university-level studies leading to a Bachelor's Degree.

Career Prospects
By taking a planned combination of Northern Lights College courses, students may complete a full year of university-level courses and then transfer to a number of university degree programs.

• Graduation from a B.C. secondary school, or
• Completion of standing equivalent to graduation from a B.C. secondary school, or
• Deficient in no more than two courses from a B.C. secondary school graduation, which, if available, must be completed while attending College, or
• For certain programs, acceptable by special arrangement in view of the applicant’s experience, maturity, or ability.

English Requirement: An IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 or higher with no band less than 5.5. Students with a writing band of 6.0 or less are required to complete English 099 with a "B" grade or higher before or during the first semester of their program. The necessity for upgrading can extend the length of the program.