Do you want to earn a college diploma but do not know where to start or how to turn your interests into a career? Do you want a fresh start on your academic journey and the chance to gain admission requirements and transfer credits for a future program? Would you like to explore career and program options in sustainability to address the climate crisis and social issues? If so, Humber’s General Arts and Science – College Transfer certificate program may be right for you.  

After completing this eight-month certificate, you may continue your studies in a variety of program areas including:  

• business  
• community and social services  
• hospitality and tourism  
• justice and legal studies  
• media and public relations  
• sustainability  

The program provides the perfect environment for you to learn about your choices and possibilities. Take control of your academic future and choose a pathway that will lead to academic and career success.

This program is for you if you are interested in:  

• discovering your interests and choosing a future program or career   
• earning transfer credits towards future programs  
• gaining a strong academic foundation to prepare for success in college programs  
• taking the first steps towards your academic goals  
• learning about sustainability, social justice, humanities, business, writing and social change  
• upgrading your grades to achieve admission requirements for other programs  

Program Highlights:  

• develop skills in communication, writing and critical thinking while receiving transfer credits for college programs  
• gain extra Humber recognition if you choose the Sustainability Stream 
• learn in an interactive and diverse learning environment  
• work with a personalized academic advisor to assist you in your career and pathway options  

Experience a variety of unique learning opportunities including:  

• field trips 
• guest speakers  
• college-wide workshops and events 
• sustainability-related activities and events  

There is also the option to transfer to the General Arts and Science – Degree Transfer certificate or University Transfer diploma after your first semester – an opportunity unique to Humber.  

International Students: please email gas@humber.ca to find out if this program is right for you. 

 

Courses

Admission Requirements

Admission selection is based on the following 3 requirements:

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  Academic

  To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
    • Grade 12 English (ENG4E, ENG4C or ENG4U, or equivalent)

  or

  • Mature student status

  or

  • College or university transfer status
     

  Post-admission testing in writing and basic mathematics is required. Applicants may be counselled into an alternative choice based on test results. While the General Arts and Science programs have been designed to prepare students to enter a major course of study in their chosen area, a General Arts and Science certificate or diploma is neither a guarantee, nor a requirement, for entry into subsequent programs at Humber or elsewhere.

  Mature Applicants

  Diplomas and Certificates

  An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.

  Degrees

  An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.

  College Transfer Applicants

  Diplomas and Certificates

  An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

  Degrees

  An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

  University Transfer Applicants

  Diplomas and Certificates

  An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

  Degrees

  An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

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  English Language Proficiency

  All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

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  International Credit Evaluation

  Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.

How to Apply

Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.

International Academic Equivalency

Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.

Fees

Equipment & Device Requirements

Semester 1, 2, 3, 4

Details and Specifications	Minimum Specs	Recommended Specs
Processor	Intel i5	Intel i5
OS	Windows 7-10, Mac OS 10.10-15	Windows 7-10, Mac OS 10.10-15
Memory	8GB of RAM	Expandable to 16 GB
Storage	250 GB storage space	Solid State Drive (SSD) preferable
Monitor	1024 x 768 display, 13 inches	1024 x 768 display, 13 inches
Other	USB3 ports, Wireless 802.11 b/g/n/ac	Built-in Ethernet port and a USBc port

Pathways

Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.

Contact Information

Michelle Jordan

, program co-ordinator
Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences
416.675.6622 ext. 74049
gas@humber.ca

Admissions Questions

Domestic Students

416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca

International Students

Contact the International Centre

international.humber.ca/contact

1-416-675-5067

Every attempt is made to ensure that information contained on this website is current and accurate. Humber reserves the right to correct any error or omission, modify or cancel any course, program, fee, timetable or campus location at any time without prior notice or liability to users or any other Person.

Select information only is included in this printable PDF. For complete program details, refer to humber.ca/programs.