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Associate of General Science

Okanagan College

Kelowna, Canada
2 years
English
On campus
Associate

About the program

A four-year science degree in which students build a triple concentration from five science areas.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying General Science can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Education
Medicine and health-related fields
Science laboratory instruction
Law

Curriculum

Four years
120 credit hours. Students build a triple concentration by choosing three of five areas: biology
Chemistry
Earth systems
Mathematics and physics
Taught by faculty from varied specialities with modern labs and an on-site observatory.

Entry requirements

Academic

B. C. Graduation or equivalent
English 12 at 60% or alternatives
Maths 50% in Pre-Calculus 12 or 64% on the Calculus Readiness Test.

Accepted academic background

B. C. Secondary school graduation (or equivalent) with English 12 or alternatives and programme-specific maths, Mature applicants 19+ out of school one year.

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 79
PTE Academic 56
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts
Graduation or school completion evidence
Passport copy
English proficiency evidence where required
Program-specific supporting documents.

How to apply

Visit the official website for Okanagan College. Review the admission requirements for the selected program. Complete the online application form. Submit academic transcripts and required supporting documents. Provide English proficiency evidence when required. Pay the application fee. Submit any program-specific materials. Wait for the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$24,878 CAD
Application fee	$100 CAD
Deposit	$5,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	Kelowna
Faculty or school	Science
Department	Department of Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2 years
Scholarship note	Eligible international students at Okanagan College may be considered for institutional scholarships or merit awards. Eligibility and funding depend on the specific award and application cycle.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Program starts
September 2027
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.