College Certificate – General Arts and Science – One Year (0791)

The General Arts and Science – One Year certificate program provides a foundational education in arts and sciences while allowing flexibility to explore further post-secondary options or university degree pathways. The curriculum builds core competencies in communication, critical thinking, research, and global contemporary issues. Students develop a capstone research project, paper, and portfolio, culminating in a presentation. The program includes dedicated career exploration, and in the second semester, students consult with their program coordinator to choose elective courses aligned with their goals or eligible for university credit transfer. Graduates may transfer into Conestoga’s Two-year General Arts and Science Diploma, apply to other college programs, or pursue university studies.

Academic Qualification: High School / Grade 12 completion.

Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.0

• TOEFL: 80.0

• PTE: 53.0

• Duolingo: 110

Conditional Admission: Available for applicants who do not meet language test requirements by completing designated English pathway courses prior to academic study.

Value: $1,500 – $2,500 CAD (automatically applied after Day 10 of the term).

Award Breakdown:

70% – 79% average: $1,500 CAD

80% – 89% average: $2,000 CAD

90% – 100% average: $2,500 CAD

Eligibility Criteria:

Open to all nationalities.

Must be enrolled in Year 1 of an eligible degree program across any Conestoga campus (Fall, Winter, or Spring terms).

Minimum 70% admission average required.

Exclusion: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) students are ineligible.

Maintenance Requirement: Continuing students must maintain a minimum 70% Program Weighted Average to retain funding.