Wanted: Open minds with bright futures.
Yukon University’s Liberal Arts programs provide a foundation to a variety of social science and humanities disciplines that offer a range of career opportunities for you to explore.
COVID-19 and Liberal Arts in Winter 2021
COVID-19 has disrupted many university activities, but Liberal Arts courses are among the more lightly affected. All scheduled courses will be offered online this academic year.
Some courses may have weekly scheduled video-conferenced sessions combined with online activities while others may run entirely online. See the course pages and course outlines for details.
Contact the School of Liberal Arts or a program advisor for assistance or for more information about COVID-19-related changes to the program and its courses.
The Liberal Arts programs are designed for students wishing to transfer to a university degree or related program such as:
- Arts
- Communications
- Education
- Educational or Clinical Psychology
- Environmental Policy and Management
- Literature and Letters
- Public History and Writing
- Public Policy and Research
- Recreation
- Social Services
- Social Work
- Tourism
Both Liberal Arts programs reflect the belief that degree-bound students ought to acquire solid critical thinking, research and communication skills through introductory study in a variety of social science and humanities disciplines. They also present an ideal opportunity for continuing education or for exploring various educational and career paths.
To graduate, Certificate students must
- complete ENGL 100 and ENGL 101 (6 credits)
- complete two social-science electives (6 credits)
- complete two science electives (6 credits)*
- complete four open and Liberal Arts electives (12 credits)
In addition, Certificate students must
- demonstrate Yukon First Nations Core Competency (YFN CC)
- complete at least 50% of the work at Yukon University
- maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 (C average)
Diploma students must
- complete all Certificate requirements (that is, 30 credits and demonstrate YFN CC)
- complete two 200-level humanities electives (6 credits)
- complete four Liberal Arts/Science electives (12 credits)
- complete four Open or Liberal Arts/Science electives (12 credits)
In addition, Diploma students must
- complete at least 6 courses numbered 200 or higher (18 credits)
- complete at least 50% of the work at Yukon University
- maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 (C average)
NOTE ABOUT LANGUAGES: While not a requirement, study of a second language is encouraged so students meet the second-language requirements of many universities.
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT LIBERAL ARTS/SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT AND OPEN ELECTIVES: Liberal Arts certificate students may take up to 6 credits, and diploma students up to 12 credits, from outside the School of Liberal Arts and School of Science (but excluding Continuing Studies).
However, students must recognize that such coursework may not be transferable to programs at other post-secondary institutions and may result in a credit shortfall upon transfer. Students working towards a degree or program at another institution or planning to continue post-secondary studies in the future should check their course selection with a Program Advisor.
*NOTE: Science elective courses do not require labs. Please check with a Program Advisor to discuss options or see the program guide for course suggestions.
Yukon University recognizes that a greater understanding and awareness of Yukon First Nations history, culture and journey towards self-determination will help to build positive relationships among all Yukon citizens. As a result, you will be required to achieve core competency in knowledge of Yukon First Nations.
For details, visit Yukon First Nations Core Competency
Fees
Tuition for credit programs is calculated per course credit. See money matters for more information.
Some programs and courses have additional fees - see Ancillary Fees.
Student financial awards
Education is an investment in your future, your family and your community. Yukon University is pleased to support that investment by offering some of the most competitive tuition rates in the country, as well as several student financial awards to help offset your educational and living costs.
Financial assistance
There are government programs, scholarships, bursaries, awards and First Nation funding available to financially support you throughout your academic career.
See money matters for more information, or talk to our financial advising staff in the Student Services Centre. Email or call 867 668 5209 to make an appointment.