General Arts & Science
Exploratory Programs
Get the confidence you need to make choices that lead to the right program and the right career. Exploratory programs will help you find your fit and get on-track. Build the strategies and skills needed to pursue academic goals and graduate with your career options open. Taking the time to sample courses before you commit won't necessarily set you back as many courses within the curriculum can apply to transfer credits in future programs.
Determine the Right Path For You
You have gained foundational skills in high school workplace-level courses. We help you build on that foundation to get the skills needed for certificate or diploma programs.
College Transfer Certificate
2 Semesters
Explore career and program options in a variety of fields including Health Sciences & Wellness, Business, Media, Creative Arts, and Design, Applied Sciences and Technology, Social & Community Services and Liberal Arts & Sciences, while you are gaining transfer credits to your future program.
Graduate with admissions requirements for a Humber certificate or diploma.
You have the high school courses you need, but might not feel as confident as you would like about choosing or tackling a college program.
Degree Transfer Certificate
2 Semesters
Explore career and program options in a variety of fields while you are developing the skills you need to complete degree-level studies. Transferrable skills and transfer credits will help your transition into college or degree-level studies. Sustainability Stream is available.
Graduate with admissions requirements for a Humber diploma or degree.
Take time to explore, build skills and confidence as well as further options for pathways directly into Humber programs.
University Transfer Diploma
4 Semesters
Spend more time exploring career and program options in a variety of fields while developing the skills you need to complete diploma- to degree-level studies. Earn more transferrable skills and transfer credits to ease your workload in future studies. A Sustainability Stream is available.
Graduate with admissions requirements for a Humber diploma or degree.
Are you interested in pursuing an Engineering degree at Humber but you are missing courses and/ or need to boost your GPA to meet admissions requirements?
Technology Certificate
2 Semesters
Explore the foundations of technology while developing the skills, and knowledge, necessary for entry into Humber’s advanced diploma or engineering degrees. Transferrable skills and transfer credits to ease your workload in future studies.
Graduate with admissions requirements for a Humber advanced diploma or engineering degree.
Humber is Dedicated to Giving Students Every Opportunity to Excel
Find Yourself First
Discover your interests and explore future program opportunities through a diverse set of courses offered in our Exploratory Programs. Gain confidence in developing foundational skills while sampling program areas over a shorter term. Get a refresher, or a fresh start toward reaching your academic and career goals.
Strengthen Your Academic Foundation
Improve your marks and your academic standing to gain admission into a diploma or degree program at college or university. Get ready for further studies in many program areas such as: business, community & social services, health sciences & wellness, applied science & technology, media and creative arts or inter-disciplinary studies.
Earn Transfer Credit
Use your transfer credits toward a reduced course load in your future program giving you more time to study, work or to enjoy a better life to school balance. General Arts & Science Exploratory Programs lead to transfer credits in over 100 different diploma and degree programs at Humber.
Supports and Services Included
Humber programs offer you supports including free tutoring and academic advising. Through your tuition, you have access to mental health & wellness resources and health insurance.
Financial Accessibility
Humber is committed to reducing the affordability gap. Some programs offer work-study opportunities and scholarships making education more accessible and manageable. You may qualify for financial assistance and/or grant funding to help cover your costs. Find out more through Humber Financial Aid.
What Are Transfer Credits and How Do I Use Them?
Humber's General Arts and Science exploratory programs have been set up so that you can sample courses to decide if a direction is right for you. As many of the courses are within programs that you may want to pursue after completing an exploratory program, you can get credit for already taking that course and not have to take it again in a future program.
Minimum Grade Requirements
Transfer credit will be awarded for approved courses with a minimum grade of 60% (C-) or equivalent except in the case of transfer from diploma level to degree-level programs where a minimum of 65% (C+) is required. Some exceptions by program may be required at the direction of regulatory bodies.
Exceptions include:
- Bachelor of Science, Nursing (core courses): the minimum grade for a certificate or diploma to degree transfer credit is 75%*
- Bachelor of Science Nursing, Second Entry Preparation: the minimum grade for degree level transfer credits is 75%
- Bachelor of Engineering Degrees (core courses): the minimum grade for a degree to degree transfer credit is 70%*
How to Apply for Transfer Credit
There is a process required for applying for Transfer Credit, be sure to read the FAQs under Applying for Transfer Credit to get started.