Course of Studies

General Associate of Science Degree

Associate of Science degree requirements (also, please see the summary table below):

— Completion of 60 semester credits of courses that have assigned or unassigned university transfer
credit at the 100-level or higher at accredited provincial universities;

— Completion of at least 15 of these 60 semester credits at Selkirk College;

— Completion of at least six semester credits in courses that have assigned or unassigned university

transfer credit at the 100-level in English;

— Completion of at least six semester credits in mathematics; at least three credits must be in

calculus;

— Completion of at least 18 credits in science courses that have assigned or unassigned university
transfer credit at the 100-level or higher; at least three credits must be in a laboratory-based

science course;

— Completion of at least 18 credits in science courses that have assigned or unassigned university
transfer credit at the 200-level or higher; these credits must be in at least two subject areas;

— Completion of at least six semester credits in arts courses at the 100-level or higher, excluding

English;

— Completion of an additional six semester credits in courses that have assigned or unassigned
university transfer credit at the 100-level or higher; may be arts, sciences, or university

transferable courses in other program areas.

In addition, the student must have achieved an overall grade of “C” or better in each course.

Only those courses with university transfer credit at accredited provincial universities will count

towards the associate degree.

Note: Always consult with a Selkirk College Counsellor before selecting courses towards an associate degree

GENERAL COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AN ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE

Course/Programs Credits Conditions

English 6 100-level
Mathematics 6

Science 36 100-level or higher

At least 3 credits from math 100, 101, 200

At least 3 credits in a Laboratory-based science

At least 18 credits at the 200-level or higher in at least two subject

areas.

On

Arts Elective

University Transfer 6
Courses

100-level or higher

100-level or higher, excluding English

May be arts or science courses or other subjects, (eg. commerce)

with university transfer credits.

Total 60

Program Summary

Open the doors of possibility and have plenty of
career options. The world of science is diverse and
expansive, touching almost every industry in today’s
global economy, meaning you'll be at the top of the
list for high-demand and well-paying careers.

Get freedom of choice with your general associate of
science degree. You won’t have to decide on which
specialty you’d like right away, but you will open the

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doors of possibility and have plenty of career options,
plus be prepped for further education. Choose this
program if you love figuring out how things work and
want to give yourself time to decide on the future
path that’s right for you.

Designed to give you a balanced variety of courses,
you'll have your pick of biology and chemistry classes,
including lab sessions. In addition, your associate
degree lets you explore other subject areas like
English, mathematics and general arts.

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LENGTH OF STUDY:
Two years

ACCREDITATION:
Associate of Science Degree and Transfer
to BSc

CAMPUS:
Castlegar Campus

CAREERS INCLUDE

Biochemistry and biotechnology, Fisheries and
aquaculture biology, Health, sports and nutrition
consulting, Journalism and illustration, Kinesiology,
Laboratory manager, Medicine and medical research,
Pharmacy and pharmaceutical research, Waste
control and pollution regulation, Wildlife biology.

Admission Requirements

Admission to an Associate of Science degree program
requires the completion of English 12 with a grade

of "C" or higher and Pre-calculus 12 or Principles of
Math 12 with a grade of “C+” or higher. Other pre-
requisites depend on the courses chosen to make up
the degree, and should be determined with the advice
of a Selkirk College counsellor. Students who lack the
admission requirements may still gain admission to
the program by taking a combination of university and
upgrading courses during the first year. This mode of
entry may extend the length of their program.

Contacts

UNIVERSITY ARTS & SCIENCES ADMISSIONS
Admissions Officer (Castlegar)

Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 21233

Direct: 250.365.1233

Email: admissions@selkirk.ca

UNIVERSITY ARTS & SCIENCES
Program Contact

Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 21205
Direct: 250.365.1205

Email: UAS@selkirk.ca

TRACY PUNCHARD

School Chair of UAS; Instructor, English
Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 21318
Direct: 250.365.1318

Email: tounchard@selkirk.ca

For all University Arts & Sciences
course descriptions:

see page 260

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