Liberal Studies

The Faculty of Arts plays a leading role in liberal studies courses - a core component of Ryerson's curriculum. Students in all Ryerson programs must complete Liberal Studies as part of the requirements for graduation.

The purpose of liberal studies is to develop students' capacity to understand and appraise the social and cultural context in which they will work as professionals and live as educated citizens.  Liberal studies courses broaden students' horizons; they enable students to look at the world from a variety of perspectives, to pursue ideas and interests beyond their specific career studies. The courses are also designed to develop students' critical thinking and analytic skills as well as their writing and oral communication skills.

These studies are offered at two levels: the Lower, which are normally taken during the first two years of a four-year program, and the Upper, which are normally taken during the last two years.  For information on Ryerson's Liberal Studies Policy and courses, see the full-time calendar.

For a list of academic advisors as well as course information and enrollment instructions, see the Liberal Studies Guide.

New Liberal Studies Course INT 555

For general information on Liberal Studies, contact Christopher De Barros , 416-979-5190, JOR119.