Programs and Pathways
Associate of Arts Degree
The Associate of Arts degree is designed to provide broad-based knowledge and experiences in preparation for entering the workforce or as a foundation for further undergraduate study. Students develop strong critical thinking and research skills through coursework in English, philosophy, psychology, economics, and more — building a credential that gives an edge when applying to Bachelor’s programs.
Degree Requirements
All students completing the Associate of Arts degree must fulfill the following conditions regardless of concentration.
Total credits: 60 credits
Minimum GPA: A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (65%) on all Corpus Christi College courses applied toward the degree is required for graduation.
200-level Arts requirement: A minimum of 18 credits (6 courses) completed toward the Associate of Arts degree must be at the 200-level in Arts subjects across two or more subject areas. Arts subjects include Languages, Literature, Performing and Fine Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Economics, and Mathematics. Arts courses used to fulfill any AA degree requirement may count toward this condition.
Course counting: Each course may be used to satisfy only one degree requirement.
Preparatory courses: ENGL 099 and MATH 099 are preparatory courses and do not count toward any Associate of Arts degree requirement.
Students intending to complete the Associate of Arts degree are strongly advised to meet with an Academic Advisor during their first term at Corpus Christi College. Completed degree checklists must be submitted to an Academic Advisor for review prior to graduation.
Concentrations
The Associate of Arts degree is offered in four concentrations. Select a concentration below to view its specific course requirements.
Associate of Arts — General
The General concentration provides maximum flexibility for students exploring interdisciplinary interests or pursuing a transfer pathway that does not require a specific subject concentration. Students choose from a wide range of Arts disciplines to fulfill their elective requirements.
Requirement Credits Courses 100-level English 6 credits 2 courses Philosophy 6 credits 2 courses Religious Studies 6 credits 2 courses Social Sciences (SOCI, POLI, ECON, ANTH, PSYC, SJPS) 6 credits 2 courses Arts electives* 18 credits 6 courses Other university-transfer electives 9 credits 3 courses Mathematics, Statistics**, or Computer Science 3 credits 1 course Mathematics, Statistics**, or Science 3 credits 1 course Lab Science (GEOG 102/103, BIOL 150/151, ASTR 210, PHYS 101, CHEM 101/102) 3 credits 1 course Total 60 credits 20 courses Associate of Arts — Philosophy
The Philosophy concentration introduces students to the systematic study of fundamental questions about knowledge, ethics, reality, and human existence. Through courses in ancient and modern philosophy, logic, and ethical theory, students learn to examine complex ideas, construct clear arguments, and engage thoughtfully with diverse perspectives. The program builds strong analytical and writing skills in preparation for transfer to a university program in philosophy or a related discipline in the humanities and social sciences.
Requirement Credits Courses 100-level English 6 credits 2 courses Philosophy coreRequired PHIL 103PHIL 131PHIL 219PHIL 23012 credits 4 courses Philosophy electives (200-level only) 6 credits 2 courses Religious Studies 6 credits 2 courses Social Sciences (SOCI, POLI, ECON, ANTH, PSYC, SJPS) 6 credits 2 courses Arts electives* 6 credits 2 courses Other university-transfer electives 9 credits 3 courses Mathematics, Statistics**, or Computer Science 3 credits 1 course Mathematics, Statistics**, or Science 3 credits 1 course Lab Science (GEOG 102/103, BIOL 150/151, ASTR 210, PHYS 101, CHEM 101/102) 3 credits 1 course Total 60 credits 20 courses Associate of Arts — Psychology Concentration
The Psychology concentration builds a strong foundation in the scientific study of mind and behaviour. Students explore key areas including research methods, data analysis, and social, cognitive, developmental, and biological psychology, while developing critical thinking, research, and communication skills. Graduates are prepared to transfer to a university program in psychology or a related discipline.
Requirement Credits Courses 100-level English 6 credits 2 courses Philosophy 6 credits 2 courses Religious Studies 6 credits 2 courses Psychology coreRequired PSYC 100PSYC 101PSYC 201PSYC 20212 credits 4 courses Psychology electives (200-level only) 6 credits 2 courses Arts electives* 6 credits 2 courses Other university-transfer electives 9 credits 3 courses Mathematics, Statistics**, or Computer Science 3 credits 1 course Mathematics, Statistics**, or Science 3 credits 1 course Lab Science (GEOG 102/103, BIOL 150/151, ASTR 210, PHYS 101, CHEM 101/102) 3 credits 1 course Total 60 credits 20 courses Associate of Arts — History
The History concentration provides students with a strong foundation in the study of the past and its influence on the present. Through courses in Canadian, European, global, and thematic history, students develop an understanding of major political, social, cultural, and economic developments across time, with an emphasis on critical reading, historical analysis, and academic writing. Graduates are well prepared to transfer to a university program in history or a related discipline in the humanities and social sciences.
Requirement Credits Courses 100-level English 6 credits 2 courses Philosophy 6 credits 2 courses Religious Studies 6 credits 2 courses Social Sciences (SOCI, POLI, ECON, ANTH, PSYC, SJPS) 6 credits 2 courses History core Required CLST 101 or CLST 102
HIST 100 & HIST 101 or HIST 105 & HIST 106
HIST 110 or HIST 111
HIST 200 or HIST 20115 credits 5 courses History elective Any 200-level HIST elective, or LAST 100, or PHIL 201, or PHIL 2023 credits 1 course Other university-transfer electives 9 credits 3 courses Mathematics, Statistics**, or Computer Science 3 credits 1 course Mathematics, Statistics**, or Science 3 credits 1 course Lab Science (GEOG 102/103, BIOL 150/151, ASTR 210, PHYS 101, CHEM 101/102) 3 credits 1 course Total 60 credits 20 courses
NOTES
Arts electives may be drawn from the following subject areas: Languages, Literature, Performing and Fine Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Economics, and Mathematics.
Statistics courses taught within Business, Commerce, Economics, Psychology, or related disciplines may be used to satisfy the Mathematics/Statistics requirement. Students should confirm eligibility with an Academic Advisor. Students should also confirm with an Academic Advisor which courses are classified as Sciences for the purposes of degree requirements.
