General Studies Courses
General Studies courses may be an option for students interested in taking one or two credit-based courses, but who are not currently interested in seeking a credential. Students who successfully complete General Studies courses may be eligible to transfer credit toward a certificate, diploma or degree upon formal admission to a program.
Permission to register in General Studies courses requires approval by the dean or designate. Supporting documentation and/or prerequisites may be required.
Upcoming Start Dates
INDS300: Writing Across Disciplines
Course Description: Explores the nature, style, and form of writing in various disciplines. Provides instruction in writing for academic and professional fields of practice. Introduces basic principles of rhetoric, argumentation, and collaboration. Fosters critical reading skills. Co-requisite: INDS310 Credits: 3.00
Start Date | End Date | Tuition (Domestic) | Delivery |
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September 13, 2021 | November 21, 2021 | TBD | Online |
September 12, 2022 | November 20, 2022 | TBD | Online |
INDS310: Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies
Course Description: Introduces students to academic disciplines and professional fields of practice, leading into a thorough understanding of interdisciplinarity, multidisciplinarity, and transdisciplinarity. Explores benefits and challenges of integrating knowledge across disciplines. Co-requisites: INDS300 Credits: 3.00
Start Date | End Date | Tuition (Domestic) | Delivery |
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November 29, 2021 | February 20, 2022 | TBD | Online |
November 28, 2022 | February 19, 2023 | TBD | Online |
INDS325: LGBTQ2S+ Global Issues and Community Engagement
Course Description: Introduces students to history and current issues affecting LGBTQ2S+ individuals and their communities with particular attention to seniors, youth, cultural and linguistic minority groups. Includes discussion of issues affecting lesbian, gay, bisexual, agender, transgender, non-binary, queer and Two-Spirit individuals and communities. Examines ways of creating welcoming and inclusive organizations, public services, and communities and approaches LGBTQ2S+ issues from human rights and cultural identity perspectives. Credits: 3.00
Start Date | End Date | Tuition (Domestic) | Delivery |
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July 12, 2021 | September 19, 2021 | TBD | Online |
July 11, 2022 | September 18, 2022 | TBD | Online |
INDS400: Global Perspectives on Indigenous Ways of Knowing
Course Description: Critically introduces students to Indigenous ways of knowing within the contexts of colonialism and contemporary challenges. Explores Indigenous perspectives on identity, the environment, knowledge acquisition, and renewed political relationships. Credits: 3.00
Start Date | End Date | Tuition (Domestic) | Delivery |
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February 28, 2022 | May 8, 2022 | TBD | Online |
February 27, 2023 | May 7, 2023 | TBD | Online |