Program Listings

Full-time Studies

Academic and Liberal Studies

Academic and Liberal Studies consist of a suite of diploma and certificate programs providing a foundation for a broad range of educational choices. Its programs and services open doors to students who require specific academic requirements or preparation for further success in college or university.

Motivated students will find the support needed to develop their fundamental employability skills in courses, tutorials and computer-based self-learning packages.

The unique aspect of these programs is the flexibility to tailor a program to a student's personal needs, whether it is for preparatory purposes or to complete a recognized Ontario College Diploma or Certificate in General Arts and Science.

Note that the Start Dates listed below indicate in which academic terms a program may generally be offered. Please consult the Program Availability section for current intake status for all full-time programs (post secondary certificates and diplomas / graduate certificates / bachelor degrees).

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Post-Secondary ProgramsLengthStart DateCampus
General Arts and Science - College Exploration1 or 2 YearsSeptember, January or MayWelland, NOTL
General Arts and Science - Enhanced Language Training for Employment (ELTE)1 YearSeptember, January,MayNOTL
General Arts and Science - Pre-Media and Design1 YearSeptemberWelland
General Arts and Science - Degree Transfer 2 YearsSeptemberNOTL
Pre-Community Services1 YearSeptember, JanuaryWelland
Pre-Health Sciences (College)1 YearSeptemberWelland
Pre-Health Sciences (University)1 YearSeptemberWelland

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Most Continuing Education programs have Fall, Winter and Spring start dates, and their length varies. Check individual program pages for details.


** Indicates a competitive program

A program is considered competitive when the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number required to fill the program. The list of competitive programs varies from year to year. If a given program is denoted as being competitive, it will be noted as such on the program availability sheet and will also be noted (**) as being competitive on the program listings.