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Non-Credit Programs
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Liberal Studies
94.6 Liberal Studies
Liberal Studies programming promotes social and individual enrichment through cultural awareness and appreciation with an emphasis on developing critical thinking, creativity and communication. Courses in the visual arts, humanities and social sciences are offered in formats that integrate cultural and contemporary societal issues and give context and meaning to the world around us. While the objective of a single course might be to teach a specific discipline or skill, ultimately our goal is simply to encourage learners to nurture their own curiosity. For more information, visit www.extension.ualberta.ca/liberalstudies, e-mail liberalstudies@ualberta.ca, or phone (780) 492-3093 or (780) 492-3034.
94.6.1 Visual Arts
This area of Liberal Studies includes opportunities to explore a variety of techniques in drawing, design, and painting. Students may audit classes of interest, complete a series of non-credit courses for general interest, or work towards a Visual Arts Certificate. Visual Arts programs offer students studio instruction with professional artists as well as access to studio space outside of scheduled class times.
94.6.1.1 Visual Arts Certificate
The Certificate in Visual Arts is an entry-level program that provides instruction in the techniques and skills of drawing, painting and design. It is comprised of 10 courses. Professional artists provide critiques and help in building a portfolio reflective of the learner’s artistic vision and mastery. Visual Arts courses can also be taken for general interest. For more information, visit www.extension.ualberta.ca/visualarts, e-mail liberalstudies@ualberta.ca, or phone (780) 492-3034.
94.6.2 Languages
This area of Liberal Studies includes opportunities to participate in a number of general interest courses in Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Italian, Japanese and Spanish at a variety of levels or work towards a Spanish Language Certificate. The focus is on the development of language proficiency through the four language skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing with a greater emphasis on oral communication. The cultural, historic and social aspects of the various languages provide learning contexts.
94.6.2.1 Spanish Language Certificate
The Spanish Language Certificate is comprised of seven courses. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Students with previous knowledge of Spanish may sit a placement examination to determine their appropriate entry level. For more information, visit www.extension.ualberta.ca/study/arts/languages, e-mail liberalstudies@ualberta.ca, or phone (780) 492-3034.
94.6.3 Humanities
This area of Liberal Studies provides general interest courses in the Arts and Humanities that aim to develop participants' critical and creative faculties to achieve a greater understanding of the world. Courses vary each term and include subjects such as music, film, media studies, psychology, sociology, history, politics, literature and religion. For more information, visit www.extension.ualberta.ca/study/arts/humanities, e-mail liberalstudies@ualberta.ca, or phone (780) 492-3093.
94.6.4 Residential Interiors
This area of Liberal Studies provides the opportunity to complete a comprehensive study of residential interior fundamentals and application through theoretical and practical instruction. Courses may be taken for general interest or work towards a Residential Interiors Certificate.
94.6.4.1 Residential Interiors Certificate
The Certificate in Residential Interiors is comprised of nine courses and provides a comprehensive study of the application of the art and design of interior decorating and the use of principles from related areas of fine arts, architecture, and business. For more information, visit www.extension.ualberta.ca/study/arts/ri, e-mail liberalstudies@ualberta.ca, or phone (780) 492-3093.
94.6.5 Writing and Editing
The Liberal Studies Writing and Editing program offers general interest courses and workshops dealing with the basics of writing, creative writing (fiction and non-fiction), poetry, writing for electronic media, technical and professional writing, editing and publishing. These areas are of interest to those who have chosen writing as a career, write primarily for personal expression and satisfaction, or would like to improve their writing for business or academic purposes. A few online courses are offered each term and a Women’s Writing Week is held in June. For more information, visit www.extension.ualberta.ca/study/arts/writing, e-mail liberalstudies@ualberta.ca, or phone (780) 492-3093.
94.6.6 Adults 50+
The Spring Term for Adults 50+ is offered in partnership between the Edmonton Lifelong Learners Association (ELLA) and the Faculty of Extension. The program is offered annually during the first three weeks of May on the University of Alberta campus. Participants choose up to four classes daily from more than 30 general interest courses in areas such as anthropology, history, philosophy, drawing and painting, psychology, music, literature and political science. To register, participants must be members in good standing of ELLA. For more information, visit www.extension.ualberta.ca/ella, or e-mail exella@ualberta.ca, or phone (780) 492-5055.
