Liberal Arts

The liberal arts provide an amazing opportunity to learn for the joy of learning, enhance your creativity, and sharpen your critical thinking skills. We offer several opportunities for adults of all ages to discover something new.

Arts, Culture, and Sciences
Economics, History, and Politics
Language and Literature
Music, Opera, and Dance
Philosophy, Psychology, and Religion
An Afternoon of Indian Classical Music

A Lens on European, American, and Asian Furniture (55+)
Astronomy: The Next Level (55+)
Brazil for Beginners (55+)
Human Origins: Where Did We Come From and How Did We Get Here?
Introduction to the Criminal Justice System: A Total System Approach SACR131
Italian Culture and Traditions: The Witch Who Brings Christmas (Surrey)
Japan a la Carte: Introduction to a People and Culture (Surrey)
Media Messages and Media Power (55+)
Restorative Justice SACR315
Shipwrecked: Treasures and Monsoon Winds
The Arabian Nights: Gateway to the Middle East (Surrey)
The Mystical Music of Alexander Scriabin
The Nine Lives of a Street Photographer
Thoreau's Walden and Other Essays (Surrey)

Certificate in Liberal Arts (Seniors 55+)

If you're planning to take 11 or more courses from the Seniors Program, consider completing the liberal arts certificate. There are no grades or examinations—just a short paper for each course.

Public lectures and events

Engage with the community through one of SFU Continuing Studies’ public lectures, events, or forums.