Marianopolis College

Arts,
Literature and
Communication

Professor Megan Spriggs

Program Coordinator

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admissions@marianopolis.edu

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Imagination, curiosity and self-direction

The Arts, Literature and Communication (ALC) program at Marianopolis is a two-year, pre-university program that allows you to express yourself while gaining all the skills and prerequisites you need to follow a university program in the arts and other non-science areas. Marianopolis offers you a wide range of course choices that allow you to adapt the program to your personal interests and forge your own path.

If you are a music performer and want to continue with your instrument, you can complete a Double DEC and study both Music and ALC.

  • WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR?

    The Arts, Literature and Communication is a program for students who are interested in creative disciplines, such as the Fine Arts, Writing, Digital Music, Filmmaking and traditional art disciplines that emphasize cultural awareness, analysis and critique.

  • WHERE DOES IT LEAD?

    Arts, Literature and Communications graduates are eligible for most university programs in the Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. ALC students who complete appropriate Math courses are also eligible for university Business programs.

    • Art Administration
    • Art Education
    • Art History
    • Art Therapy
    • Communications, Media, Journalism
    • Comparative Literature
    • Creative Writing
    • Digital Imaging
    • Diplomacy
    • Foreign Relations
    • Film Studies
    • Graphics, Design
    • Linguistics
    • Museology
    • Photography
    • Public Relations
    • Studio Arts
  • WHAT ARE THE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS?

    • Quebec Diploma of Secondary Studies (Diplôme d’études secondaire) or its equivalent
    • English and French proficiency tests (in certain circumstances)
    • Overall minimum grade average of 75%

    For more information, consult the complete list of entrance requirements to Marianopolis College.

Semester Snapshots

Here is a look at the courses you will take, depending on whether your hold a certificate of eligibility for English-language education in Quebec. For more information about the certificate of eligibility, consult our FAQs.

  • Semester 1

    Perspectives in Arts and Literature I
    Choose 2 Explorations courses
    Choose 1 Techniques course
    Introduction to College English
    French Second Language
    Humanities: Knowledge or Worldviews

  • Semester 2

    Perspectives in Arts and Literature II
    Choose 1 Explorations course
    Choose 1 Techniques course
    English Literary Genres
    French Second Language
    Humanities: Knowledge or Worldviews
    Physical Education

  • Semester 3

    Perspectives in Arts and Literature III
    Choose 1 Creation course
    Choose 2 Critique courses
    English Literary Themes
    French Second Language or Complementary
    Humanities: Ethics
    Physical Education

  • Semester 4

    Integrative Project
    Choose 2 Creation courses
    Choose 1 Critique course
    English Adapted to Program
    2 French Second Language or 1 Complementary
    Physical Education

  • Semester 1

    Perspectives in Arts and Literature I
    Choose 2 Explorations courses
    Choose 1 Techniques course
    Introduction to College English
    French Literature
    Humanities: Knowledge or Worldviews

  • Semester 2

    Perspectives in Arts and Literature II
    Choose 1 Explorations course
    Choose 1 Techniques course
    English Literary Genres
    French Literature
    Humanities: Knowledge or Worldviews
    Physical Education

  • Semester 3

    Perspectives in Arts and Literature III
    Choose 1 Creation course
    Choose 2 Critique courses
    English Literary Themes
    French Literature
    Physical Education

  • Semester 4

    Integrative Project
    Choose 2 Creation courses
    Choose 1 Critique course
    English Adapted to Program
    Humanities: Ethics
    Physical Education
    Complementary

Explorations courses: Art History, Cinema, English, Fine Arts, Music, Philosophy, Religious Studies
Techniques courses: Computer Science, Filmmaking, Fine Arts, French
Critique courses: Art History, Cinema, English, Fine Arts, Mathematics, Philosophy, Religious Studies
Creation courses: English, Filmmaking, Fine Arts, Religious Studies, Spanish, Music Technology

Program Highlights

FLEXIBILITY AND CHOICE
The world of culture is a fascinating place. Our Arts, Literature and Communication program gives you the most room to explore it. Discover new passions, develop new skills and shape your own path with our four course categories of Exploration, Critique, Technique and Creation. You can also choose up to three Math electives, which opens doors to more university programs. If you are a music performer and want to continue with your instrument, you can complete a three-year Double DEC in Music and Arts, Literature and Communication.

ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The College offers many extracurricular activities throughout the year that allow you to deepen your knowledge, hone your skills and build lifelong friendships. Travel opportunities to artistic and cultural destinations will broaden your horizons. During your final year, you will have the opportunity to present a integrative project to the public during ArtsFest, the College’s multidisciplinary art festival which takes place on campus each spring.

CLOSE-KNIT COMMUNITY
As ALC students, you and your classmates make up a small and collaborative community. Together, you explore culture, apply theoretical and creative ideas and learn to analyze and critique various forms of arts, literature and communication. You will also get personalized support when you choose your courses and apply to university, including preparing portfolios of written, visual and media work.

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“With the help of the ALC program coordinator, I was able to focus my course selection on Art History and broaden my knowledge in the discipline.  I am now going to study at Queen’s University in a Bachelor of Arts in Art History, my first-choice university, and my first-choice program.”

Charlotte V.
Class of 2023, Arts, Literature and Communication

Notable Alumni

Maya Johnson '03

CTV Montreal news anchor

Christine Jones '85

Tony Award winning set designer

Erdem Moralioglu '97

Internationally renowned fashion designer

Professor Megan Spriggs

Program Coordinator