Kwantlen Polytechnic University Bachelor of Arts, Major in General Studies
Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Bachelor of Arts, Major in General Studies

Cedar, Canada

BA

English

Sep 2025

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The Bachelor of Arts in General Studies offers students the flexibility to explore various subjects while obtaining a broad educational foundation. This program is designed for those who want to tailor their degree to align with personal interests and career goals.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue diverse career opportunities, such as roles in education, business, public administration, and social services. This adaptable degree prepares students for positions that value critical thinking and interdisciplinary knowledge.

Bachelor of Arts, Major in General Studies

The Bachelor of Arts, Major in General Studies degree program provides you with the opportunity to develop a degree program that suits your unique interests, combining courses across different Arts disciplines. Working with an Arts Degree Advisor, you can create a personal program of study that helps you reach specific career and personal goals, intentionally developing a broad interdisciplinary liberal arts education. Completing this degree will normally involve a selection of courses from a number of departments that form around a unifying theme.

The program includes:

  • Development of disciplinary knowledge, core competencies, and transferable skills characteristic of traditional Bachelor of Arts programs
  • Preparation for entry into the labour market by incorporating essential and employability skills in all courses
  • Increasing your capacity to respond innovatively to emerging trends in society
  • Opportunities for forging connections within the South Fraser region by completing research, volunteering, or working in your field of interest while completing your KPU degree