DIPLOMA
UNIVERSITY STUDIES
The University Studies program provides students university-transferable courses.
PROGRAM DETAILS
The University Studies Diploma (USD) Program, previously named General Studies, is designed to provide students with 30 credits (10 courses) of transferable, introductory university-level courses that are applicable to a broad range of programs.
The University Studies Diploma is the credential offered to all students entering the program. For students seeking university transfer, the diploma offers students the first two years of a general program for transfer to a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), Bachelor of General Studies (B.G.S.), or Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies (B.A. N.S.) at a degree-granting institution.
Students who complete their Diploma in University Studies may choose to apply their credits to a degree at another institution, or return to Yellowhead Tribal College in Fall for one of our degree programs.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
English 30-1, or ENGL 90 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of 65%, or English 30-2 with a minimum grade of 75%.
One other 30-level or 90-level course (or equivalent), or previous successful completion of university-level courses.
Students who do not meet the admission requirements may write the Canadian Achievement Test (CAl). A minimum grade of 60% on the CAT is required for admission for the program.
Department Head
Trevor Duplessis
Department Head, General Studies, Administration and Governance Programs
trevor.duplessis@ytced.ca
(587) 525-6145 Ext. 512
Program Assistant
Jaclyn Mustus
jaclyn.mustus@ytced.ca
(780) 484-0303 Ext. 531
CAREER/ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES
USD is designed to provide students with 30 credits (10 courses) of transferable introductory university-level courses that are applicable to a broad range of programs. Students who complete their Diploma in University Studies may choose to apply their credits to a degree at another institution.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Students who complete the USD program earn credits that may transfer to a Degree, this may also be applied towards students seeking University transfer, this will allow admission to a general program such as Bachelor of Arts(B.A.), Bachelor of Ed (B.Ed.), Bachelor of General Studies (B.G.S), or Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies (B.A. N.S.) at a degree-granting institution.
PROGRAM PLAN
The University Studies program is designed for students to complete 5 courses per term (Fall & Winter) for a total of 20 courses in two years. Students who have a reduced course-load will require additional terms to complete the program.
CORE COURSE REQUIREMENTS
| COURSE | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 125 | Aboriginal Literature | 3 |
| ▼ CHOOSE ONE ADDITIONAL ENGLISH COURSE ▼ | ||
| ENGL 124 | English 124 Literary Analysis | 3 |
| ENGL 250 | Writing Skills | 3 |
| DISCIPLINE | TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED |
|---|---|
| ▼ HUMANITIES ▼ | |
| Requires 4 courses (3-credit) chosen from Anthropology, English, History or Philosophy | 12 |
| ▼ FINE ARTS ▼ | |
| Requires 1 course (3-credit) chosen from Creative Writing or Drama | 3 |
| ▼ INDIGENOUS LANGUAGE ▼ | |
| Requires 2 courses (3-credit) or 1 course (6-credit) chosen from Cree, Stoney or Anishinaabe | 6 |
| ▼ SCIENCE/SOCIAL SCIENCES ▼ | |
| Requires 3 courses (3-credit) chosen from Natural Science, Mathematics, Business, Indigenous Studies, Psychology or Statistics | 9 |
SENIOR LEVEL COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Requires 8 courses (3-credit) that are 200 level or higher chosen from any discipline (24 credits total).