General Arts

Humanities and social sciences programme

General Arts

Programme Overview

The General Arts Programme is designed to develop students’ critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills through the study of humanities and social sciences. Students explore subjects such as Literature, History, Geography, Government, Economics, Religious Studies, and Languages. The course aims to build a solid foundation for understanding human society, culture, and behavior, while promoting creativity, empathy, and problem-solving abilities.

Subjects Offered

Core and elective subjects in this programme

Christian Religious Studies
Government
Economics
History
Literature in English
Akwapem Twi
Geography
French
Elective Mathematics
General Knowledge in Art
ICT

Career Pathways

Where this programme can take you

Graduates of the General Arts Programme have a wide range of career opportunities. The programme equips students with the skills needed for professions that require effective communication, research, and analysis. Possible career paths include:

Law

Journalism and Media

Education and Teaching

Public Administration

Social Work

International Relations

Human Resource Management

Politics and Governance

Writing and Communication

Potential University Courses

Courses you can pursue at the university level

Students from the General Arts track can pursue various degree programmes at the tertiary level, such as:

Bachelor of Arts in English, History, Sociology, Political Science, or Geography

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Bachelor of Education (Arts)

Bachelor of Social Work

Bachelor of Communication Studies / Journalism

Bachelor of Public Administration

Bachelor of International Relations

Bachelor of Economics

Quick Information

Duration:
3 years
Entry Requirements:
BECE results
Subjects:
11 subjects
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Success Stories from General Arts Alumni

Hear from graduates who have excelled in this programme

"The General Arts programme at Colex College gave me a solid foundation that helped me excel at university. The teachers were dedicated and the facilities were excellent."

Kwame Mensah
Class of 2020 - Now studying Medicine at University of Ghana

"I'm grateful for the practical knowledge and skills I gained in the General Arts programme. It prepared me well for both WASSCE and my career path."

Abena Osei
Class of 2019 - Business Owner

"Colex College's General Arts programme helped me discover my passion and achieve my dreams. The supportive environment made all the difference."

Kofi Appiah
Class of 2021 - Engineering Student at KNUST
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about General Arts

BECE results

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Graduates of the General Arts Programme have a wide range of career opportunities. The programme equips students with the skills needed for professions that require effective communication, research, and analysis. Possible career paths include:

Law

Journalism and Media

Education and Teaching

Public Administration

Social Work

International Relations

Human Resource Management

Politics and Governance

Writing and Communication

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