Online full-time programs are offered as either Daytime, or a combination of Evenings and Saturdays. Check your program Dates and Times to see what the program commitment will be.
This 2-semester exploratory program helps develop the academic skills you will need to complete certificate to degree-level studies, while allowing you to sample different subject areas in a variety of fields including Health and Wellness, Business, Media and Creative Arts, Applied Sciences and Technology, Community and Social Services and Liberal Studies. Transferrable skills and transfer credits will be a benefit in future studies and help make your transition into college or degree-level studies easier. Access to personalized academic advising provides support and guidance on your academic and career goals. Take this time to strengthen your marks, discover your passion and prepare for your future.
After completing this eight-month certificate, you may continue your studies in a variety of program areas that including business, community and social services, hospitality and tourism, applied sciences and technology, media and creative arts and psychology.
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 your success.
Unique to Humber, choose the Sustainability Stream and gain extra Humber Sustainability recognition.
If you are interested in studying in the sciences, then consider the Pre-Health Pathway Program.
Course list will be available soon.
Work-integrated learning opportunities prepare you for your future career. You will apply what you’ve learned in class and in real-world environments through a wide range of academic, community and industry partnerships. These work-integrated learning opportunities may include field experiences, professional practicums and co-operative education.
A field experience offers students an opportunity to engage in intensive experiences related to their field of study or career goals to build their skills, knowledge and abilities. Field experiences may be paid or unpaid.
Programs requiring a professional practicum offer practice-based experience or work hours for a professional license or certification. Students work under the direct supervision of an experienced professional. Placements are unpaid.
Students in co-op programs gain experience through paid work terms in their field of study that become progressively more complex as their skill level increases.
Students in co-op programs gain experience through paid work terms in their field of study that become progressively more complex as their skill level increases. The co-op portion of this program is optional.
If you would like to learn more about work-integrated learning at Humber, visit WIL AT HUMBER
PGWP-Eligible Programs at Humber
International students interested in applying for a post-graduate work permit (PGWP) to potentially work in Canada after graduation must ensure their chosen program(s) align with the most current PGWP-Eligibility requirements outlined by Immigration, Refugees, & Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
To help you make an informed decision about your studies at Humber, you can review the provided list of PGWP-Eligible Programs including the (Classification of Instructional Programs) for each program as well as a PGWP-Eligible check to more easily identify programs that align with IRCC PGWP-Eligibility criteria*. While this list is meant to support your experience, be sure to verify the CIP code with the most current information on the IRCC website. A reminder that there is no field of study (or CIP code) requirement for Bachelor\'s Degree programs. All degree programs are PGWP-Eligible.
*PGWP-Eligibility
The Government of Canada is responsible for determining eligibility for student visa and post-graduate work permits. By posting this information, Humber Polytechnic intends to provide assistance to prospective applicants on a best efforts basis based on the most up-to-date information we have. Federal immigration regulations (including those governing student permits) are subject to change without prior notice to Humber Polytechnic or prospective applicants. Please refer to information posted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for the latest information regarding your application. Humber Polytechnic makes no representations, warranties, or guarantees with respect to the information provided on this page. We thank you for your understanding and invite you to contact us with any other questions that you might have regarding our programs.
Transfer to our two-year General Arts and Science – University Transfer Diploma and gain more transfer credits and skills for degree programs at Humber or other universities.
Qualified students can transfer into Humber degree programs.
Qualified students can transfer into Humber Certificates and Diplomas after one or two years of study in General Arts and Science.
Qualified students can transfer to York University after one year of study.
Interested in environmental and social sustainability? Think you might be headed toward a career in the green sector? If this sounds like you, consider choosing the Sustainability Stream:
Sustainability Stream
Choose the Sustainability Stream if you’re pretty sure a green career is in your future and you need some help getting started. In the Sustainability Stream, you will take core courses in sustainability, and you’ll complete work that is focused on sustainability and the green career sector.
Emily talks about how the program helps students improve skills such as analytical skills and essay writing, particularly students with limited experience or preparation for post-secondary education.
Erica describes her academic challenges in high school and how the General Arts and Science Pathway program at Humber College helped her to achieve academic success and prepare her for University.
Nelson shares how the variety of courses in the General Arts and Science Program at Humber College helps students who are unsure, make a decision on which program they may want to pursue as well as guide their career paths.
Yaz explains that the Pathways Program at Humber College has given her a well-rounded experience, where she has made new friends and was able to realize her full potential.
“After more than six years of working jobs that didn't challenge or excite me, I finally feel that I have a purpose. If you're struggling to find a path, the Humber General Arts and Science program can help you find your purpose.”
Cameron, Graduate
Marcia Brown
Liberal Arts & Sciences, 1987; Early Childhood Education, 2006
Founder and Executive Director, Trust 15
Marcia Brown is the Executive Director and Founder of Trust 15, a youth community support organization in her home community of Rexdale. Trained as an educator, Brown built Trust 15 by canvassing her neighbourhood with flyers and creating an after-school program for 15 girls at a local community church. Today, as head of the organization, she provides critical mentoring opportunities to hundreds of boys and girls and their families. Brown is celebrated and awarded as a community leader, activist and enabler, and is a resilient advocate for youth in need of self-confidence and self-esteem.
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Pathways to Degrees Exploratory Certificate (General Arts and Sciences) is a launching pad to discover your career path and the studies you need to get ahead. It will provide you with the skills you need to achieve your goals of progressing into programsin business, community and social services, hospitality and tourism, media and creative arts, sustainability and psychology. The program provides ultimate flexibility for you to explore your choices and possibilities while also earning transfer credits and meeting admission requirements for your next step to your career.
Block-based: Students select a pre-set weekly schedule of courses that best meets their needs. Block-Based schedules may include in-person, hybrid and online courses.
Course-based: Students create their own schedule of courses from among in-person, hybrid and online options.
Condensed Week - Courses requiring students to come to campus are scheduled over 2-3 days per week. Online courses are scheduled on other days.
Online - Courses are scheduled only online and may be delivered asynchronously, where students study independently or synchronously, where students attend the online class on a specified time and day.
Twilight - In-person, online synchronous and hybrid courses are generally scheduled after 3:00pm.
Twilight-Online: Online synchronous courses are generally scheduled after 3:00 pm.
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Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca. Be sure to submit your application by July 15, 2024 to receive your Application Fee Credit. Applications for September will remain open as long as the program availability status shows Open.
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Call 416-675-3111 or email enquiry@humber.ca. If you have already applied, be sure to check your application status on myhumber.ca.
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Work with your employer approximately one year before attending Humber.
If you’re in high school – grade 11 or 12 – you can earn co-op education credits through work placements in some skilled trades.
Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca. Be sure to submit your application by the equal consideration deadline of February 1. You may apply after February 1, however, post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the availability of the space in the program.
To check program availability refer to the Campus/Availability listing on Humber’s program pages, search by availability, or ontariocolleges.ca.
To see where you are in the admissions process, visit the Admissions Road Map.
If you’re an international student, you can apply directly to Humber via our International Centre.
Get help narrowing down your program options or book a one-on-one pre-enrolment advising appointment with one of our Recruitment Officers.
Book a virtual appointment with a Student Mobility Advisor learn more about getting Transfer Credit(s) for previous post-secondary experience, Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR), and Pathways options.
Admission selection is based on the academic criteria indicated. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission.
Admission selection is based on the following three requirements:
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.
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.
Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please enter your location or choose detect my location to see the requirements for your country below.
If you do not meet the admissions requirements for this program, we can help!
●Humber's Academic Upgrading and Exploratory Programs can help you improve your skills and meet admission requirements.
●If you require English language support, please consider the English for Academic Purposes program.
Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).
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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 |
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General Arts and Science program
The 2026-2027 fee for two semesters is:
Fees are subject to change.
Understand the costs associated with coming to Humber and explore resources available from first year to your final year on Student Fees and Financial Resources.
Find out more about scholarships and bursaries that you may be eligible for, visit Student Scholarships. International students can visit International Student Scholarships.
Bursaries are available for Certificate, Diploma and Degree programs primarily based on financial need, visit Humber Bursaries.
Find out more information about external scholarships and bursaries, visit External Awards.
Humber offers a variety of bursaries and scholarships for Indigenous students, visit Indigenous Student Awards.
Humber Pathways include:
Humber Pathways include:
Below are a few examples of pathways into this program. For more information on a pathway, click the Details button. To see all of your possible pathway options, click the View All Pathways link underneath the table.
Additional information will be made available to students from their program before the beginning of the Winter term. Courses with in-person requirements will likely also have online components. The delivery mode of some courses is still being determined. Humber may need to change plans for in-person learning, subject to government and public health directives and/or additional health and safety considerations.
You can find a complete list of programs with downloads including program and course details at Current Student Resources
Students in programs marked as online/in-person will have a combination of those two types of delivery. Additional information will be made available to students from their program in the first week of June. Courses with in-person requirements will likely also have online components. The delivery mode of some courses is still being determined. Humber may need to change plans for in-person learning, subject to government and public health directives and/or additional health and safety considerations.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:
Employ basic vocational skills drawn from the areas of the Humanities, Social and Behavioural Sciences or Vocational Studies (Business, Technology).