The Associate of Arts (AA) degree provides you with a broad foundation of knowledge. This 60-credit (20 course) program prepares you for additional post-secondary education or to enter directly into the workforce. The AA degree is accepted for transfer into bachelor degree programs at University Canada West (UCW) and all British Columbia degree-granting institutions provided other admission requirements are met.
Students pursuing an Associate of Arts degree at UCW can gain a broader multi-disciplinary focus in their chosen field. Students can focus on one of eight areas while completing the requirements of the Associate of Arts degree. You will not earn a formal credential by completing a focus area but it can be a great way to shape your Associate of Arts degree and help prepare you for your career or further study.
Graduates of the AA program will develop these skills:
Workplace problem-solving skillsAbility to work in teamsLeadership skills for the workplaceCommunications and soft skills for employabilityELECTIVE AREAS:
AccountingEconomicsHospitality & TourismManagementMarketingMedia CommunicationPsychologySocial JusticeRead more here: https://www.ucanwest.ca/undergraduate-programs/associate-of-arts
