Mar 17, 2026  
University of Alberta Calendar 2026-2027 
    
University of Alberta Calendar 2026-2027

General Arts Program Requirements [Augustana]


The Interdisciplinary Studies - General Arts Major is offered by the Augustana Faculty and is open only to students completing the Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Education combined degree. 

Requirements (51 units)


General Requirements (9 units)


General Arts Specializations (42 units)


Students in the General Arts major will complete 42 units in a subject specialization in Art, English Language Arts, Physical Education, or Social Studies.

21 units chosen from

  • any AUART

English Language Arts


12 units chosen from

  • The four activity dimensions (a,b,c,d) listed below. Select 3 units from each of the dimensions a to d.

Social Studies


21 units chosen from any course listed in the above categories, or other Social Science courses

Note: See Classification of Courses  for the definition of Augustana social sciences courses. 

Note


  1. A single course cannot be used to satisfy more than one degree program requirement.
  2. Students may not have access to all courses included in this list as course restrictions exist for some of these courses (i.e., course prerequisites, student program eligibility). Students should refer to Bear Tracks to check course restrictions and consult with an Academic Advisor. 

Additional Information for Students


Many of the Augustana Faculty’s senior courses are offered only in alternate years, and some are offered only if there is sufficient student demand.