About the course

Immerse yourself in different cultures, new perspectives and timely historical insights. Communicate in new ways and dig up answers to long-standing and emerging questions facing today's world. Develop your critical thinking and research skills with the two-year Associate of Arts Degree, choosing from more than 300 courses in 23 subject areas. the Associate of Arts Degree can be structured by students to reflect emphasis on a particular discipline. Students are advised to verify with the appropriate Department Chair that the specific course offerings will be offered within a two-year cycle if students intend to complete the Associate Degree in two years. Program specializations - Communications, Creative Writing, Crosscultural Studies, Economics, English, Environmental Studies, Gender, Sexuality and Women's Studies, Geography, History, French, German, Spanish, Philosophy, Philosophy, Political Science and Economics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Studies in Resistance and Revolution There are arguably more career paths from an Associate of Arts/Bachelor of Arts degree than any other field of study, as critical thinking and creativity applies to almost every career. Arts students go on to meaningful careers in education, law, health, government, social services, publishing, the environment, media, etc.

　　Studying economics gives you a solid academic foundation for future study and helps you to become a more informed decision-maker in both your private and professional life. Join us and develop the knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to not only benefit in your own life, but also to tackle some of the world?s most complex questions. The department offers first, second and third-year courses applicable to the Associate of Arts Degree and Bachelor of Business Administration. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Kelowna
Winter (January), 2024	Penticton
Winter (January), 2024	Vernon
Winter (January), 2024	Salmon Arm
Summer (May), 2024	Kelowna
Summer (July), 2024	Kelowna
Fall (September), 2024	Kelowna
Fall (September), 2024	Penticton
Fall (September), 2024	Vernon
Fall (September), 2024	Salmon Arm
Winter (January), 2025	Kelowna
Winter (January), 2025	Penticton
Winter (January), 2025	Vernon
Winter (January), 2025	Salmon Arm
Summer (May), 2025	Kelowna
Summer (July), 2025	Kelowna
Fall (September), 2025	Kelowna
Fall (September), 2025	Penticton
Fall (September), 2025	Vernon
Fall (September), 2025	Salmon Arm
Winter (January), 2026	Kelowna
Winter (January), 2026	Penticton
Winter (January), 2026	Vernon
Winter (January), 2026	Salmon Arm
Summer (May), 2026	Kelowna
Summer (July), 2026	Kelowna

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Okanagan College

The following minimum entrance requirements will apply to regular applicants:

　　B.C. secondary graduation, or equivalent.

　　English 12 with minimum 60% or alternatives.

　　Students with a passing grade of less than 60% in English 12, English 12 First Peoples or TPC 12 will be admissible to the first year of the Associate of Arts Degree, subject to the following conditions:

　　Registration is restricted to courses for which the student satisfies the prerequisites. Registration in first-year English courses is, therefore, prohibited.

　　Successful completion of the English entrance requirements within the first year of studies. This may be done in one of the following ways:

　　Successful completion of English 12, English 12 First Peoples or TPC 12 or an equivalent course with a minimum grade of 60%. This may be done concurrently through the College's Adult Basic Education Program or by completing an equivalent course through a distance education program.

　　Mature Applicants:

　　A mature applicant will be at least 19 years of age and will not have attended secondary school on a full-time basis for a minimum period of one year.

　　Secondary graduation is waived for mature applicants.

　　International Baccalaureate (IB) programs accepted.

　　Duolingo English Test - Overall score 105

　　IELTS - Overall band score of 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0)

　　TOEFL - 79 (Internet-based), or 213 (computer-based), or 550 (paper-based)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Okanagan College. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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