Arts and Science Trent University

Overview

Welcome to the Bachelor of Arts and Science programme from Trent University , a unique home for interdisciplinary thought and transformative purpose at Trent University, on the territory and treaty of the Michi Saagig Nishnaabeg. My name is Jessica Marion Barr (she/her), and I am the Program Coordinator as well as a professor in the BAS Program. 

Key Facts:

Born from a dream shared by faculty who wanted to explore and encourage interdisciplinary research and teaching at the intersections of arts and sciences, our small-but-mighty program is now entering its 13th year! We have grown a lot during this time, and in addition to our core degree program, we now also offer Co-op and Medical Science dual degree options. We encourage you to explore our wonder-filled courses and customizable degree options. 

Please feel free to reach out to the amazing Academic Administrative Assistant Christine Quigley with any questions, or just to say hello -- in the words of the late Dr. David Ellis, ask me anything!

Trent's paid co-op is an opportunity for you to gain work-integrated experiential learning that will help you get a head start on your career. The Arts & Science co-op assists graduating students in achieving a competitive edge while generating experience within a wide range of sectors. 

Specifically, paid co-op gives you a chance to obtain 12 months of practical experience on the job, develop or enhance technical skills, explore career options, network with a variety of individuals and organizations, learn from mentors, enhance communication and presentation skills, and develop technical writing skills.

Traditionally there are three co-op work terms of paid employment, each four months long, 35 hours/week, giving students the opportunity to manage well-defined special projects at an organization. With the Arts & Science co-op, students are encouraged to combine two work terms back-to-back creating an eight-month opportunity with one employer.

Co-opportunities

As a co-op student in Arts & Science you can explore employment opportunities including:

• Environmental Sector 
• Evaluation & Research 
• Health Promotion 
• Human Resources 
• Policy Analysis 
• Social Services