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Viewbook 2011-2012
uniVeRsity Of albeRta
1 University of Alberta1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
U OF A FACULTIES
Why the U of A 2
Reputation 4
Student Achievers 6
Alumni Achievers 8
Teaching Excellence 9
Research 10
International Experiences 12
Lifestyle 14
Athletics 16
Campus Activities 17
Student Services 18
U of A Campuses 19
City of Edmonton 20
City Of Camrose 22
Residences 23
Tuition 24
Scholarships and Awards 25
Agricultural, Life and Environmental 30 Sciences
Arts 31
Augustana 32
Business 33
Education 34
Engineering 35
Law 36
Medicine and Dentistry 37
Native Studies 38
Nursing 39
Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences 40
Physical Education and Recreation 41
Campus Saint-Jean 42
Science 43
Open Studies 44
Graduate Studies and Research 44
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What is your big dream? Do you want to probe scientific mysteries, produce award-winning movies or teach young children to read? Do you dream of winning a Nobel Prize, becoming prime minister or competing in international athletic events?
For more than 100 years, the University of Alberta has helped students fulfill these dreams and more. Henry Marshall Tory, our first president, promised that our university would “uplift the whole people,” by inspiring learners to become leaders who use their talents and skills to better people’s lives in Alberta, Canada and the world.
University of Alberta students and alumni continue to fulfill this promise every day. You’ll find our graduates rescuing child soldiers in Africa, leading corporations and community organizations, writing award-winning literature, heading the Supreme Court of Canada, researching the genetic foundations of life and designing video games played around the world.
Whatever your big dream, the University of Alberta can help you achieve it.
The University of Alberta offers a wide breadth of programs to explore big ideas and questions and make discoveries about yourself and your future. We’ll open doors you don’t yet know exist.
Your great big future begins now. Choose the University of Alberta. Dare to dream. Dream Big!
Indira V. Samarasekera President and Vice-Chancellor
DARE TO DREAM BIG
ADMISSIONS
How to Apply 46
Gaining Admission 48
Language Proficiency Requirements and Deadlines 49
Admission Requirements 50
Out-of-Province Equivalencies 58
Professional Programs 60
Application Checklist 63
Visits, Tours and Workshops 64
YOUR BIG FUTURE
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STARTS HEREYOUR BIG FUTURE
The best students from across Canada and around the world come to the U of A—where learners become leaders who are changing the world.
GREAT PROGRAM OPTIONS
With more than 200 programs in 16 faculties to choose from, you’re sure to find your best fit at the U of A.
AWARD-WINNING TEACHERS
You’ll learn from the best! U of A professors lead Canada with the most 3M Teaching Fellowships, the national award for excellence in teaching.
MANY SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS
The U of A offers you more than $25 million in undergraduate scholarship and award opportunities each year.
GROUND-BREAKING RESEARCH
Even at the undergraduate level, you can get involved in research that has a global impact.
BIG REPUTATION
You’ll be equipped with an education from a well-known, well-recognized institution with an international reputation for excellence.
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCES
Both on campus and abroad, the U of A offers many opportunities for you to gain international perspectives and experiences.
WORLD-CLASS FACILITIES
Located on six campuses in Edmonton, Camrose and Cortona, Italy, you’ll benefit from our state-of-the-art facilities, including one of the best library systems in North America.
GREAT STUDENT LIFE
We’re a big university, but we’re made up of many smaller communities. With more than 400 student groups, you’re bound to find like-minded people and fit in!
CHAMPION ATHLETICS
Join or come cheer for a winning team! The U of A has won the most national championships in major sports in the past 25 years.
LOTS OF STUDENT SUPPORT
Whether you’re seeking leadership opportunities, academic assistance, heath care or career planning resources, you’ll find a wide range of student services to help you succeed.
THE U OF A IS A GREAT PLACE TO START LIvING YOUR BIG DREAM
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For more than 100 years, U of A students, teachers, researchers and alumni have fulfilled this promise. They are an uplifting force in their communities, their countries and the world.
Henry Marshall Tory, the University of Alberta’s founding president knew from his own experience that education improves and empowers individuals and their communities. He set about building a university that would do for others what his university education had done for him.
FOUNDED ON A BOLD PROMISE“ The people demand that knowledge shall not be the concern of scholars alone. The uplifting of the whole people shall be its final goal. This should never be forgotten.”
Choose the U of A and have confidence that you’re selecting a well-known, well-recognized institution with an international reputation for excellence. We are focused—first and foremost—on setting the standard in Canada for delivering a quality education, the kind of education that turns learners into leaders. And through research, we push the boundaries of knowledge to discover ideas that can change the world for the better, today and for generations to come.
BIG REPUTATIONGREAT UNIVERSITY
Henry Marshall Tory, 1908
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CONTRIBUTING TO COMMUNITIES
SHAPING ALBERTA
CHANGING THE WORLD
U of A students in eight different health-care disciplines participate in the SHINE (Student Health Initiative for the Needs of Edmonton) Youth Clinic, providing free health services to this underserved population.
It was knowledge that helped put Alberta on the map. If today the province is known worldwide for its energy resources, it is thanks to the dreams and visions of past U of A faculty and alumni. In the 1920s, engineering professor Karl Clark created the hot water process for separating bitumen from oilsands. In 1947, led by geology professor Charlie Stelck’s insight to search for oil and gas near ancient coral reefs, former U of A students helped to discover Leduc No. 1 and Alberta’s Pembina Field in 1953.
Today the U of A actively contributes to energy-related advances and has become a world leader on ways to reduce the environmental impact of extraction.
The U of A is considered one of the world’s top research universities. We have 336 teaching and research agreements with governments and partner institutions in 50 countries.
Here are just a few examples of how our discoveries have made an impact:
1921: Played a key role in discovering insulin by refining the crude pancreatic extract obtained by other researchers so that it could be used in humans.
Almost eighty years later: Developed the Edmonton Protocol islet cell transplant method that is known around the world and is improving lives for many Type 1 diabetics.
1950s–1970s: Conducted research that paved the way for new antibiotics and blood reagent drugs to prevent organ transplant rejection and improved treatments for leukemia and hemophilia.
Discovered how carbohydrates bind to proteins—crucial to everything from immunology to cancer.
1978: Proved brain development depends on dietary fatty acid and, over the next 30 years, improved the brain functioning of millions of children worldwide by determining the ideal amount and types of fatty acids to include in infant formula.
1991: Granted the first international patent for the first antiviral therapy for hepatitis B, leading to treatments that save many lives every day.
1995: Developed the world’s first commercial medical application of nanotechnology: a stable form of silver that could be made into a bandage for treating burns and other wounds. These dressings are now used all over the world.
2010: The Li Ka Shing Institute of Virology places the U of A at the cutting edge of global virology research. This research is aimed at developing drugs, vaccines and diagnostic tests that will enhance global security and reduce the impact of viral infections on human health and the world economy.
The Community Service-Learning Program involves U of A students applying their skills in a variety of community organizations. For example, Sophia Barry, a third-year fine-arts student volunteers teaching music at an inner-city elementary school.
Service Learning Experience is a partnership between U of A residences and Habitat for Humanity. This year, 24 residence students worked shoulder-to-shoulder with villagers in Guatemala building houses for families in need.
On February 13, 1947, the Leduc No. 1 well made a huge oil strike, leading to Western Canada’s first major oil boom.
Internationally-recognized expert in hepatitis virology, Michael Houghton (right) with postdoctoral fellow Brad Thomas at the Li Ka Shing Institute of Virology.
Karl Clark, engineering professor in the 1920s who is known as the father of the Alberta oilsands development.
According to the 2009 Times Higher Education-QS World University Ranking, the U of A ranked 24th in North America and 59th in the world
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BIG ACHIEVERSGREAT STUDENTSAt the U of A, you’ll develop your boundless potential. Our students are putting their big dreams into action. They’re participating in research that is changing lives, contributing to communities, and learning and sharing experiences with other outstanding students and professors. From here, the sky’s the limit!
Coming to the U of A from a small town in Northern Alberta on a National Leadership Scholarship, Leah Trueblood had a terrific undergraduate experience. From living in residence at Lister Centre to studying at the Faculty of Arts’ campus in Italy, Leah was inspired to help other students have a wonderful academic experience. She co-founded the Collective Body for Arts Students, served as Students’ Union Vice-President (Academic) and worked for the Office of the Provost on the university’s new academic plan. In fall 2010, she will begin the joint LLB/JD Law Program at the London School of Economics where she hopes to pursue comparative and constitutional law.
TRANSfoRmING fRom A LEARNER To A LEADER
LEAH TRUEBLooD, Faculty of Arts Student (BA, 2009).
Peter Gill has accomplished a lot for a man under 26. As a U of A undergraduate student, he assisted with the Edmonton Protocol treatment for Type 1 diabetes, volunteered in the pediatric cancer unit at Alberta Health Services´ Stollery Children’s Hospital, organized a fundraiser for the Kids with Cancer Society and completed a four-week volunteer elective in a small rural hospital in Uganda. Now this outstanding student is our 67th Rhodes Scholar (one of the most prestigious awards in the academic world). Upon the completion of his PhD in the Department of Primary Health Care at the University of Oxford, Peter plans to return to the U of A to complete his medical doctorate.
PETER GILL, Faculty of Medicine Student and Rhodes Scholar.
WINNING PRESTIGIoUS AWARDS
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There’s a good reason why the Butanerds caused a stir at MIT. This team of bright students from the faculties of science, engineering and medicine attempted to engineer E.coli bacteria to produce butanol, an alternative biofuel. Less of a pollutant than gasoline, more energy dense than other biofuels and directly compatible with existing vehicles, bacterially-produced butanol could mean great things for the environment.
BUTANERDS, First-prize winners in the energy category of an international genetic engineering competition (iGEM) held at MIT.
Photo courtesy of Alberta Ingenuity
SAVING THE ENVIRoNmENT
CREATING A ‘SmART CoNDo’
When great minds work together, great things happen. “Smart Condo” is a collaborative project between professors and students from the departments of occupational therapy, industrial design, human ecology, computing science and the faculties of engineering and pharmacy. Definitely not your average condo, the project enables seniors to maintain their independence and enhance their quality of life by using advanced sensor technology to measure and monitor their health and safety while living at home.
‘SmART CoNDo’, a cross-faculty initiative.
Photo courtesy of the U of A Industrial Design Program: Des 500 class
U of A students from a variety of faculties are broadening their worldviews and becoming global-minded citizens through the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation’s “Play Around the World” program. Each year students travel to Thailand and Cambodia where they spend three months delivering play, recreation and physical activity programs in orphanages, schools for children with disabilities, AIDS centers and other not-for-profit organizations.
PLAy ARoUND THE WoRLD, a global education program. Pictured: Faculty of Phys Ed student interacting with a child in Thailand.
DISCoVERE, a not-for-profit, student-run program.
CHANGING LIVES THRoUGH PLAy
The Faculty of Engineering’s DiscoverE Program allows U of A students to share their passions and teach kids about the “cool” side of engineering, science and technology. Offering educational, hands-on camps at the U of A and in communities as far away as Inuvik, U of A students help more than 20,000 youth each year to launch rockets, discover the math behind music and conduct explosive chemistry experiments. DiscoverE’s exciting approach to learning and youth mentorship has won numerous awards, including the 2008 Actua Award for Leadership and Innovation and the 2009 Alberta Excellence in Science and Technology Public Awareness Award.
TEACHING SCIENCE To CHILDREN
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GREAT ALUMNIBIG ACHIEVERS
Success means different things to different people. There is one thing you can count on, however. Equipped with an education from one of the most renowned universities in the country, there are so many places you can go. Around the world, we have a total of 275,000 alumni. Among them are a prime minister, a Nobel Prize winner and a chief justice of the Supreme Court. As you can see, our alumni go on to great things.
For 13 years, Jay Ingram hosted CBC Radio’s popular science program, Quirks and Quarks. Now, you’ll likely recognize him as the co-host and producer of Discovery Channel’s Daily Planet. He has written weekly science columns for the Toronto Star and three of his 10 books have won Canadian Science Writers’ Awards. Most recently, Ingram was appointed as a member of the Order of Canada. This Faculty of Science
alumnus’ varied and inspiring career is living proof of the fascinating opportunities that present themselves when you think outside the box. “Define your own passion,” says Ingram, “then try swimming in that direction!”
JAY INGRAM BSc, 1967; DSc (Honorary), 2009
EXPLORING SCIENCE ON TV
NOTABLE U Of A ALUMNILORNE CARDINAL (BFA, 1993): Actor on Corner Gas
JOE CLARK [BA, 1960; MA, 1973; LLD (Honorary), 1985]: 16th Prime Minister of Canada
CORY CLOUSTON [BA (Rec Admin),1994]: NHL Head Coach, Ottawa Senators
PAUL GROSS (BFA, 1997): Actor and writer/director of the Canadian war epic Passchendaele (2008)
PETER LOUGHEED [BA, 1951; LLB, 1952; LLD (Honorary), 1986]: former premier of Alberta (1971–1985)
BEVERLEY MCLACHLIN [BA, 1965; LLB, 1968; MA, 1968; LLD (Honorary), 1991]: Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada
W.O. MITCHELL [BA, 1943; LLD (Honorary), 1975]: Author of Who Has Seen the Wind (1947)
Previously the director of venture capital relations for Microsoft, Sheetal Mehta is now CEO of Innovative Social Ventures and founder of Shanti Microfinance, a UK charity that helps people set up businesses in the villages and slums of India. “The U of A gave me the discipline to work hard and appreciate diverse thinking,” says Mehta, who has a BA in political science and went on to get her master’s degree from the London School of Economics. “I never once thought it was impossible to reach my goal. The skills I gained gave me the confidence to go live my dream.”
PROMOTING BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SLUMS Of INDIA
TODD CHERNIAWSKY BFA, 1993
Growing up on a small farm in rural Alberta, Todd Cherniawsky always dreamed of working in Hollywood. Now he is living that dream. He has worked his way from set designer to supervising art director for some of Hollywood’s biggest movies including the Oscar-winning Avatar, Armageddon, War of The Worlds, Alice In Wonderland and the upcoming Sucker Punch. Cherniawsky credits his schooling as the foundation for his career: “It was while I was at the U of A that my profs were very encouraging to go give it a try, see what I could do.”
WORKING ON OSCAR-WINNING fILMS
Melody Davidson’s coaching skills are worth their weight in gold—Olympic gold. A key member of Hockey Canada for many years, Davidson’s inspirational career started right here at the U of A, playing on the university’s hockey team and earning her degree in coaching and sport administration. She has coached three Canadian women’s hockey teams to Olympic gold: first as assistant coach in Salt Lake City, Utah in 2002, then as head coach in Turin, Italy in 2006. Most recently, she brought home the gold as head coach at the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver, B.C.
BRINGING HOME OLYMPIC GOLD
MELODY DAVIDSON BPE, 1986
SHEETAL MEHTA BA, 1994
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GREAT TEACHERSBIG ACHIEVERS
The quality of your university education has a lot to do with the quality of your professors. At the U of A you will study under professors from around the world who are leaders in their fields, who bring their passion for knowledge and research right into the classroom.
Our faculty have been recognized nationally and internationally. For their incredible contributions to Canada, many of our professors have been inducted into the Order of Canada. We’re also proud to say we have 32 3M Teaching Fellowships, Canada’s only national award for excellence in teaching—more than any other university in the country.
In other words, you’re learning from the very best!
Dr. W. Andy Knight is on a mission of global peace. His research on global security, international relations and children affected by armed conflict has made a big impact on world leaders and students alike. Whether he’s working with the United Nations Office of the Secretary General to develop policy solutions, or engaging students through internships, research symposia or Model UN political simulations, Dr. Knight can truly be considered a global mentor.
DR. GLEN LOPPNOW, Professor in the Department of Chemistry and 2009 3M National Teaching Fellow.
DR. W. ANDY KNIGHT, Professor in the Faculty of Arts
Awarded the Scotiabank-AUCC Award for Excellence in Internationalization and is the 2010 recipient of the Harry Jerome Trailblazer Award.
IMPACTING CURRENT AND fUTURE LEADERS
BRINGING THE WORLD INTO THE CLASSROOM
In the world of scientific research, Dr. Glen Loppnow is noted for his work in the field of understanding and measuring damage in DNA and RNA, and its implications for the molecular origin of life and its consequences for modern diseases. In the classroom, he’s helping students learn complex subject matter in pretty progressive ways. He’s had students creating rap songs about climate change, doing music videos about entropy in the universe and performing an interpretive dance on solar energy. “By thinking about the things that would engage them more, it changed the way I taught,” says Dr. Loppnow. “When you engage the heart as well as the mind, it’s just transformative what happens.”
USING RAP SONGS TO TEACH CLIMATE CHANGE
The energy and impact of Dr. Olenka Bilash can be felt from her U of A classroom to the world stage. Whether donning a foam sandwich to illustrate verb conjugations to her secondary-education students or joining world experts to help UNESCO create linguistic solutions to peace research, Dr. Bilash has a passion for learning that is contagious. Known for her animated and interactive teaching style and for her rigorous academics, Dr. Bilash advocates for teaching philosophies aimed at transforming the way students view the world. “I never imagined a professor like her existed at any university in the world,” said fourth-year secondary-education undergraduate student Amélie Leblanc.
DR. OLENKA BILASH, Professor in the Faculty of Education and 2010 3M National Teaching Fellow.
BATTLING OBESITY AND CANCER
BIG IMPACTGREAT RESEARCH
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UNEARTHING THE MYSTERIES Of PREHISTORIC LIfE
The University of Alberta is an international research leader. Students like you are working with U of A professors of international reputation—leaders invested in giving you an academic edge. Our professors are research award-winners, innovators and leaders in their fields—some even write the textbooks. Our students, from undergraduate to graduate levels, are involved hands-on in this quest for discovery, contributing to the U of A’s reputation for research excellence. Make a big impact on your world by being part of the U of A’s process of discovery in all areas of study.
Dr. Linda McCargar (agricultural, food and nutritional sciences), recently awarded the illustrious U of A Killam Professorship, is an expert in childhood eating behavior and obesity in Canada. Her research has focused on disease prevention and well-being through healthy eating, as well as energy metabolism and changes in body composition during cancer chemotherapy, particularly with regard to how cancer treatment affects women’s health. Dr. McCargar has also played a vital role in a number of advisory committees to support initiatives related to school health promotion and the prevention of childhood obesity.
U of A researchers are leading one of the most extensive undertakings in the history of subarctic archaeology. The Baikal Archaeology Project in Eastern Siberia has brought together researchers from archaeology, genetics, environmental science and anthropology to unearth some of the richest Holocene hunter-gatherer data on record. With their international peers, U of A researchers have excavated stratified habitation sites, large cemeteries and well-preserved skeletal remains and are analyzing the extraordinary data to understand prehistoric settlement systems, diets, mobility patterns and even early climate change.
CHALLENGING CLIMATE CHANGE
EXPANDING INTO SPACE
REGENERATING AGING BONES
Dr. Kyle Murray (marketing) is an expert in the field of consumer psychology, particularly in the domain of human decision-making. As the director of the U of A’s School of Retailing, he is using cognitive science to help better understand how atmospheric influences—such as colour, scent, light and sound—affect what we buy and how much we are willing to pay. Wonder why your favorite store has its lighting low or its walls painted blue? Dr. Murray’s research has demonstrated that both light and colour can affect consumers’ moods and influence their spending decisions.
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For more information about our award-winning researchers go towww.research.ualberta.ca/recognition
Dr. Gregory Thiemann (biological sciences) is one of a small number of Canadian researchers studying the effects of climate change on polar bears. Dr. Thiemann, an Alberta Ingenuity Postdoctoral Prize Fellow, is working with polar bears to help better understand the Arctic ecosystem. Dr. Thiemann’s research not only deals with conservation but also has important social, political and cultural implications. It creates an understanding of the changing Arctic climate and changing human impacts on the North.
Dr. Ian Mann (physics) operates at the top—literally. He is a leading authority in the study of the Earth’s magnetosphere, the outermost layer of our atmosphere, and one of the newest inductees to Canada’s Top 40 Under 40. His innovative work on space activities creates enormous scientific and economic opportunities for Canada and spans from space exploration, to the mitigation of space weather effects to improving the utilization of space for the benefit of Canadians. As co-director of the U of A’s Institute for Space Science, Exploration and Technology, Dr. Mann also heads up a series of youth programs, including the U of A’s Canada-Norway student exchange program, which provides opportunities for hands-on research experience in sounding rockets and payload instrument design.
Dr. Hasan Uludag (chemical and materials engineering) and his team are working with a building block protein produced in early childhood to help strengthen and regenerate adult bones. Thanks to Dr. Uludag and his team of researchers, potentially life-threatening, late-life bone fractures could become a thing of the past. The team’s goal is to trick the proteins so that they are deposited directly to fragile bones that need reinforcement via a series of injections. The U of A is a world pioneer in attempting to bring this treatment to market.
APPLYING COGNITIVE SCIENCE TO MARKETING
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BIG WORLDGREAT INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCESToday’s global community is more closely linked than ever before. We offer you the chance to study, volunteer and work abroad. We also provide you with international learning opportunities right here on campus. Whether traveling the world or here in the classroom, you’ll gain valuable life experience while meeting your academic goals.
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The world is at your fingertips at the University of Alberta. With teachers and students from more than 120 countries, a global perspective is built into our curriculum. We have a number of internationally-focused courses, certificates and programs for you to choose from, including:
Language courses in more than 20 different languages.
Certificates like Peace and Post-Conflict Studies, and Translation Studies.
Programs like Middle Eastern and African Studies, East Asian Studies and Global Development Studies.
International HouseThis residence allows students from all over the globe (including Canada) to experience multi-cultural living.
The Global Education ProgramGain awareness about global issues affecting our lives: the environment, human rights, peace issues and more. This program includes events like:
International Week
“Welcome to the Reel World” documentary film series.
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YOuR INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE ON CAmPuS
NORTHERN IRELANDQueen’s university Belfast
PERuPontificia universidad Católica del Peru
JAPANChiba university
SWEDENuppsala university
AuSTRALIAuniversity of Wollongong
GERmANYLudwig-maximilian university of munich
GHANAuniversity of Ghana
BRAZILPontificia universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro
CHINAChina Foreign Affairs university
THAILANDThammasat university
SINGAPORENanyang Technological university
To learn more about our Study Abroad programs visitwww.international.ualberta.ca/goabroad
NEW ZEALANDuniversity of Canterbury
NORWAYuniversity of Bergen
mEXICOuniversidad Autónoma de Guadalajara
SPAINuniversidad Pontificia Comillas de madrid
FRANCEEDHEC Business School (Lille-Nice)
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For more information, go towww.cortona.ualberta.ca
STuDY INTERNATIONALLY
u OF A CAmPuS IN CORTONA, ITALYSee the world. The U of A has a satellite campus in the heart of the picturesque Tuscany region of Italy, where U of A professors teach Faculty of Arts courses. Choose to study for one semester or a full year.
Expand your education beyond the classroom and get real experience that employers want. Many of our programs offer a hands-on volunteer, co-op, practicum, research or exchange component locally or internationally.
Work Experience at the SmithsonianThe Alberta Smithsonian Internship project allows 50 students per year to gain valuable experience working at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C., one of the world’s most respected and prestigious organizations.
Community Service-LearningEarn course credit by getting involved in local and international issues and initiatives. Participate in activities with a community agency or social action group.
Ainembabazi Children’s Project Through the Edmonton and Ugandan-based non-government organization, Ainembabazi Children’s Project, U of A students in political science and biology are working in Uganda to help slow the transmission of HIV.
Each year hundreds of our undergraduate students study abroad, taking advantage of more than 100 formal learning opportunities in 35 countries around the world. You could be one of them. Take courses that count towards your degree while remaining registered at the U of A.
STuDY ABROAD
Some of our current partnerships include:
LEARN BEYOND THE CLASSROOm
Here’s just a sample:
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BIG LIFESTYLEGREAT PLACE TO BELONGWe’re a big university, but we’re made up of many smaller communities. With more than 400 student clubs and groups, you’re bound to find like-minded people and fit in! From faculty and program groups to recreational sports teams to a club devoted to the love of heavy metal music, the student clubs and groups on campus offer you the opportunity to get involved in an area you are passionate about or try out something new!
AND CLUBS
MORE THAN
400STUDENT GROUPS
ARTS FANS
Student Design Association University Improv Group
MUSIC AFICIONADOS
U of A Musicians’ Club Heavy Metal on Campus
OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS
Campus Vert U of A Outdoors Club
SPORTS BUFFS
U of A Ski Club Triathlon Club
PROGRAM SUPPORTERS
Computer Engineering Club Environmental and Conservation Sciences Student Association
Our annual CLUBS FAIR (throughout orientation week and the beginning of fall semester) is a great place to visit booths, learn about various groups and sign up for clubs.
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Music, theatre, art and thought-provoking guest speakers abound at the U of A. Concerts, drama, visual arts and more are featured year-round at the Timms Centre for the Arts, the Myer Horowitz Theatre, Convocation Hall, the FAB Gallery and other outstanding venues. And don’t miss lectures and speeches from some of the world’s most renowned people, like David Suzuki and Jane Goodall!
ENTERTAINMENT SCENE
Special events are happening year-round at the U of A. Check out unforgettable orientation events, world-class guest speakers, campus talent shows and thrilling sports competitions.
EVENTS
SOCIAL ACTIVISTS
Amnesty International U of A Chapter Engineers without Borders
WRITERS
University of Alberta Poetry Society Le Mouton Noir
CULTURE LOVERS
Mexican Students’ Union/El Club de Espanol Chinese Students and Scholars Association
For a complete list of all the student groups on campus check out the website atwww.su.ualberta.ca/studentgroups
As part of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, more than 1,000 students took part in the Engineers without Borders’ “Pumpkin Drop.”
In February 2010, the U of A hosted the world’s largest dodgeball game.
GREAT VARSITY ATHLETESBIG CHAMPIONS
IN CAMROSE(AugustAnA CAmpus):
Teams: Augustana Vikings (Men’s and Women’s)
Leagues: Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference The Canadian Colleges Athletics Association
Sports*: Basketball (M/W) Biathlon (M/W) Cross-Country Running (M/W) Cross-Country Skiing (M/W) Curling (M/W) Hockey (M) Volleyball (M/W)
*M=Men’s, W=Women’s
IN EDMONTON:
Varsity Teams: Golden Bears (Men) Pandas (Women)
League: Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS)
Sports*: Basketball (M/W) Cross-Country (M/W) Curling (M/W) Field Hockey (W) Football (M) Golf (M/W) Hockey (M/W) Rugby (W) Soccer (M/W) Swimming (M/W) Tennis (M/W) Track and Field (M/W) Volleyball (M/W) Wrestling (M/W)
When you’re part of varsity athletics at the U of A, you’re a member of this country’s greatest varsity teams. Sports are a major part of campus life.
Take advantage of our world-class athletic facilities right on campus:
NORTH CAMPUS – features the world-renowned Glen Sather Sports Medicine Clinic, ice arena, gymnasiums, pools, fields, climbing wall and more.
SOUTH CAMPUS – features Foote Field, a multi-use sports training and competition facility, and the Saville Sports Centre, which houses eight indoor tennis courts, a gymnasium, curling ice and more.
AUGUSTANA CAMPUS – features a weight-training room, a gymnasium, climbing wall, walking, running, skiing, and cycling trails, aquatics centre, arena and more.
CAMPUS SAINT-JEAN – features a gym and weight room and facilities for tennis, basketball, baseball, soccer and more.
CHAMPION ATHLETICS
The U of A is the only university in Canada to win national collegiate championships in all 11 team sports. We’re also proud to have the following:
◗ The most national championships in major sports in the past 25 years.
◗ Fifty-nine national titles, including the 2010 women’s hockey championship.
◗ Eight current coaches who have been named Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) Coach of the Year.
◗ More than 1,700 current and alumni student athletes recognized as CIS Academic All-Canadians for their commitment to scholastic achievement.
CHAMPION FACILITIES
university of Alberta pandas hockey team–2010 Canadian Interuniversity sport champions.
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WITH MORE THAN
30,000 PARTICIPANTS EVERY YEAR
CAMPuS RECREATION ACTIVITIES
MORE THAN
500
Play volleyball in the co-ed league, take a yoga or pilates class, update your first aid and CPR training, find a personal trainer, get nutritional counselling and much, much more.
Our mission is to help you enjoy a sense of community, make new friends, and most of all have fun!
BIG FuNGREAT CAMPuS ACTIVITIESYou don’t have to be a top athlete to get involved in great recreation activities. Campus Recreation welcomes all skill levels and abilities. Our instructors can help you learn new skills or work on ones you already have. Come on out, make friends, get fit and have a great time!
For more information visitwww.campusrec.ualberta.ca
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For more information about these and other outstanding student services visit:
www.ualberta.ca/studentservices www.su.ualberta.ca
At the University of Alberta we want to help you reach your full potential and that’s why we provide you with the best services and supports. Enjoy access to academic support, career advising, personal counselling, the University Health Centre and a network of other outstanding services.
For more information about these and other outstanding student services visit www.ualberta.ca/studentservices www.su.ualberta.ca
GREAT STUDENT SERVICESBIG HEART
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Safewalk - a free accompaniment service for anyone walking on campus at night.
HElp wITH TRANSpoRTATIoN, HoUSING AND moRE
InfoLink - answers questions about housing, tutors, public transportation, carpools and provides general information.
Centre for Student Development - helps students with services for everything from orientation to convocation.
University Health Centre - a full medical walk-in clinic.
ONEcard - use it to buy lunch, copy or print your assignments, or board any Edmonton, St. Albert and Strathcona County transit bus or train (when used with your U-Pass).
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CAPS: Your U of A Career Centre
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Student Financial Aid Information Centre - assists with matters regarding student finance, from bursaries to student loans and more.
University Bursaries and Emergency Funding - administers need-based emergency aid programs to help full-time students complete their academics.
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Academic Support Centre - helps you pursue academic excellence.
Math and Applied Sciences Centre - where to go if you need help with math or stats courses.
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Student Counselling Services
Campus Food Bank
Peer Support Centre - offers free, confidential peer support services to the university community.
Specialized Support and Disability Services
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GREAT CAmpUSESBIG oppoRTUNITIES
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The University of Alberta welcomes you to world-class facilities on five campuses in Alberta and a satellite campus in Cortona, Italy. Each campus is structured to address your academic needs. Our facilities offer top-quality learning, cultural and athletic environments. Take advantage of our modern resources, including the nation’s second largest library, state-of-the-art sports facilities and 400 labs that examine everything from dinosaurs to nanoparticles.
NORTH CAMPUS Our main campus is home to more than 90 buildings over 50 city blocks. It’s located in the heart of Edmonton.
ENTERPRISE SQUARE Our newest campus is located in downtown Edmonton, only a five minute train ride from the North Campus, and is home to programs such as our Executive Education and English Language programs.
CAMPUS SAINT-JEAN Our beautiful francophone campus, in a largely French-speaking neighborhood in Edmonton, is one of a kind in Western Canada.
Edmonton
CAMROSESOUTH CAMPUS South Campus houses two world-class sports facilities and a “living laboratory” of eight high-tech agri-food research and teaching facilities and land plots.
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AUGUSTANA CAMPUS About one hour south of Edmonton, Augustana is our small, liberal-arts campus set in beautiful Camrose, Alberta.
The U of A is recognized as a Campus Sustainability Leader by the Sustainable Endowments Institute and in 2010 (for the second year in a row) as one of Canada’s Top 50 Green Employers by Canada’s Greenest Employers’ competition. www.sustainability.ualberta.ca
CORTONA CAMPUS, Italy Study in the heart of Tuscany at our satellite campus in Cortona. Our liberal-arts courses are open to students in all faculties. www.cortona.ualberta.ca
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Four of the U of A’s campuses are located in Edmonton, a thriving riverside city with a population of nearly one million. As the capital of Alberta, Edmonton offers you a strong sense of community with its diverse multiculturalism and its outstanding arts, championship sports, and vast music and theatre scene. It’s one of the best cities in the world for you to pursue your personal and academic dreams.
GREAT ARTS, SPORTS, SIGHTSBIG CITY
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◗ An outstanding quality of life with Edmontonians enjoying world-class healthcare, education and environment.
◗ Year-round artistic, sporting and cultural events.
◗ The largest stretch of urban parkland in North America, with 100 kilometres of stunning River Valley trails for walking, cycling, jogging, cross-country skiing or just admiring the extraordinary view.
◗ Its proximity to some of the world’s most beautiful and fascinating natural wonders, including the Rocky Mountains and the dinosaur bone-laden badlands.
◗ Thirty festivals throughout the year, including North America’s largest Fringe Theatre Festival.
◗ Champion professional teams including hockey greats, the Edmonton Oilers and football stars, the Edmonton Eskimos.
Monday, 6 p.m. – visit West Edmonton Mall, the largest shopping mall in the world.
Tuesday, 8 p.m. – take in an art gallery and some theatre in downtown Edmonton.
Wednesday, 4:30 p.m. – attend a concert at the Winspear Centre or Shaw Conference Centre.
Thursday, 9 p.m. – Watch an Oilers hockey game at Rexall Place or an Eskimos football game at Commonwealth Stadium.
Friday, 6:30 p.m. – enjoy Whyte Avenue’s trendy shops, restaurants and nightlife.
Saturday, 2 p.m. – buy local at the Old Strathcona Farmers Market.
Sunday, 11:30 a.m. – take a River Valley walk or jog, then home to finish assignments.
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For more information visit www.edmonton.ca www.travelalberta.com
AlBERTA’S ROCkY mOunTAInSdRumHEllER, AlBERTA
Friday – drive to Calgary (a three-hour drive from Edmonton).
Saturday – take a camping or ski trip to Banff in the heart of the Rocky Mountains (a one-hour drive from Calgary).
Sunday – on your drive back to Edmonton detour to see Dinosaur Provincial Park and the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology in Drumheller (a one-and-a-half-hour drive from Calgary).
Sunday – arrive back in time to visit with friends.
U of A student groups organize various weekend excursions several times throughout the year. Wherever you go, you’ll find great opportunities to try something new and enjoy the warm hospitality of Albertans.
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EdmOnTOn IS knOWn FOR
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NOT-SO-BIG-CITYGREAT COMMUNITYThe University of Alberta’s Augustana Campus is situated in beautiful Camrose, Alberta, just one hour from Edmonton. With a local population of more than 16,500, this safe, modern, bustling small city offers you all the amenities of a much larger centre. It is a friendly community that appreciates our students and welcomes them each year by hosting a BBQ.
Barbecue at Augustana
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For more about what’s available for you at Augustana in Camrose visitwww.augustana.ualberta.cawww.camrose.com
Many great recreational, sport, artistic, social and cultural events and activities take place right on campus. Here’s just a sample of what you can do:
◗ Join a campus recreation activity or “rez” event such as a game of soccer on the lawn or an open-mic night in the coffee shop.
◗ Check out sports action at an Augustana Vikings’ team game.
◗ Take in one of over 30 concerts and two major theatre productions each year.
◗ Listen to the Augustana Choir, which tours worldwide and performs choral music from a variety of musical periods.
AUGUSTANA SMAll CAMpUS—BIG FUN
GET ACTIvE◗ The Rudy Swanson Recreation Complex offers three indoor ice arenas, fitness complex, curling arena, aquatic centre, indoor soccer field, six outdoor soccer pitches, beach volleyball courts, tennis courts, baseball diamonds, lighted football field, skateboard park and outdoor basketball courts.
◗ Run, hike, cycle, cross-country ski or rollerblade in the beautiful urban parks that feature more than 34 kilometres of paved or groomed trails.
◗ Perfect your swing at a variety of local area golf courses.
CITY OF CAMROSE AT A GlANCE
Don’t miss the biggest party of the year—the Big Valley Jamboree, Canada’s largest outdoor country and western music festival.
Photo courtesy of Tourism Camrose
GREAT ShOppING◗ Explore more than 75 specialty shops and boutiques in the historic downtown district, buy fresh food at the Rose City Farmers’ Market or check out the major “box” stores and franchises in several strip malls.
CUlTURE ANd SOCIAl lIFE ◗ Enjoy local live entertainment at Merchants Tea and Coffee House—a popular gathering spot.
◗ Taste a variety of cuisines at any of the 37 restaurants.
◗ Catch a movie at the five-screen theatre that caters to Augustana students with $5 movies.
◗ Watch the many live theatre, dance, art shows, concerts and sporting events that happen year-round.
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RESIdENCES FOR 1ST YEAR STUdENTS
Lister Centre Ideal for those new to university life, Lister Centre offers furnished single and double rooms and a convenient meal plan. Housing more than 1,800 students in four towers, Lister is renowned for its social, academic and recreational activities, including its own orientation program and a very active intramural sports program.
Cohorts Resident cohorts are specially designed floors where groups of students in a faculty all live together and participate in faculty-centred programs in addition to Lister Centre’s programming.
Faculty in Residence Living in Lister Centre alongside students, our resident professor spends time as a mentor and role model for student academic development throughout the year.
Leadership Opportunities At Lister Centre, assume a leadership role and you’ll gain new skills, build your resume and meet plenty of new friends. Be eligible for scholarships through your contributions to the academic, executive, public relations or programming committees, or as a student staff member.
Safety We want you to feel secure so you can dedicate your focus to your studies. Each tower and room has 24/7 proximity card and key access, and security staff patrol the residence nightly. Trained staff members are available round-the-clock to provide emergency support.
Residence Saint-JeanFor students enrolled at Campus Saint-Jean (the U of A’s francophone campus), Residence Saint-Jean features furnished single dormitory rooms with private washrooms.
Augustana ResidencesOur Augustana Campus, located in Camrose, Alberta, offers furnished single and double dormitory-style rooms.
Living in residence offers you the perfect combination of independence, convenience and support. Our nine residences are home to more than 4,000 students. We offer you a variety of accommodations, from furnished, dormitory-style rooms to unfurnished apartments, townhouses and houses.
BIG COMFORTGREAT RESIdENCE lIvING
Applications for Lister Centre, Residence Saint-Jean and Augustana are accepted as of November 1, 2010, for September 2011 move-ins.
First-year undergraduate students applying for Lister Centre by February 1, 2011, are guaranteed a space in residence for the 2011–2012 academic year.*
DodgeballLister Centre is about fun! More than 1,600 student residents participate in the Lister Dodgeball League, a proud and long-standing tradition.
The U of A has a variety of residence options for senior undergraduate and graduate students. Visit our residence website for more information about these communities.
RESIdENCES FOR UppER-YEAR STUdENTS
RESIdENCE ApplICATIONS ANd INFO
For more information and to apply www.ualberta.ca/residences [email protected]
* Residence Services is not able to guarantee the residence building or the room type requested
BiG return GreAt inveStment
◗ Between 1990 and 2006, jobs for university graduates doubled, whereas jobs for those who did not complete any postsecondary education declined.
◗ By their late 50s, university graduates earn 50 per cent more than the average individual Canadian.
◗ The typical bachelor’s degree holder can expect to earn $1.3 million more over a 40-year working life than a worker who has not completed university.
[Information from the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC)]
Student Financial Aid Information Centre (SFAIC) – helps students find the financial resources to fulfill their academic goals. SFAIC encompasses many services, from counselling to advocacy for loan issues.
Access Fund – offers non-repayable financial assistance for undergraduate students at the University of Alberta.
finAnciAl ASSiStAnce – where to find it
future income potentiAl
For more information visit www.registrar.ualberta.ca/fees
*costs are based on 2010/11 amounts, with a general arts or science program tuition.
The cost of your education will vary depending on your program of study and your choice of living arrangements. For an undergraduate student, we estimate the following:
tuition And coSt of livinG — whAt to expect
Tuition (based on 30 credits and fees) $5,176
Fees (including U-Pass transit) $1,235
Books and Supplies $1,200
Room and Board (based on sharing a room in Lister Centre for eight months, including a mid-range meal plan) $5,538
Total cost Can$13,149*
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By studying at the University of Alberta, an institution with a renowned world-class reputation, you get outstanding value for your dollar. Your education is an investment in your future, and the long-term financial gain for university graduates far exceeds the initial payout.
The U of A administers more than $25 million in undergraduate scholarships each year. From entrance scholarships and awards to continuing undergraduate student scholarships, the U of A rewards your excellence in academic and leadership pursuits. There are literally thousands of entrance scholarships available, ranging from $1,000 to $50,000.
You are automatically considered for the Academic Excellence Scholarships upon final admission. Beginning September 2011, all high school students entering their first year of full-time undergraduate studies in the 2011–2012 academic year with a final admission average of 85 per cent or higher are guaranteed a minimum of $1,000. Please see www.ualberta.ca/awards/academicexcellence for further details.
In addition, there are other Entrance Scholarship Competition opportunities. We encourage you to apply to all competitions for which you are eligible because you could receive more than one scholarship offer. The next two pages outline each of the competitions, eligibility requirements, application instructions and deadlines.
Do your research carefully. Also, ensure that you prepare yourself far in advance of the deadlines. For details on any award or scholarship competitions, visit www.ualberta.ca/awards.
U of A students receive more than $25 million in undergraduate scholarships and awards each year
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We guarantee a minimum of $1,000 to high school students entering their first year of undergraduate studies with a final admission average of 85 per cent or higher
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internAtionAl BAccAlAureAte (iB) ScholArShipSValue: $1,000The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Scholarships are designed to recognize outstanding students completing the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.
◗ Application Open: No application required
◗ Closing Deadline: IB Transcripts must be received by the Registrar’s Office by August 1, 2011
◗ Approximately 50 scholarships available
◗ Must be a high-school student entering the first year of an undergraduate degree program at the U of A in September 2011
◗ Achieve one of the top 50 IB Diploma final scores
◗ Results: available in September 2011
AdvAnced plAcement (Ap) ScholArShipS Value: $1,000The Advanced Placement (AP) Scholarships are designed to recognize outstanding students who have National or International Advanced Placement Scholars Standing.
◗ Application Open: No application required
◗ Closing Deadline: AP transcripts must be received by the Registrar’s Office by August 1, 2011
◗ Approximately 50 scholarships available
◗ Must be a high-school student entering the first year of an undergraduate degree program at the U of A in September 2011
◗ Achieve one of the top 50 AP Diploma final scores
◗ Results: available in September 2011
Value: up to $50,000The Scholastic Distinction Scholarship Program recognizes the top academic students from across Canada and around the world. The Scholastic Distinction Scholarships, known as citations, are among the most valuable and prestigious undergraduate scholarships awarded by the University of Alberta.
◗ Application Open: December 2010
◗ Closing Deadline: February 15, 2011
ScholAStic diStinction ScholArShip competition ◗ Over 60 citations available
◗ Must be a high-school student entering the first year of an undergraduate degree program at the U of A in September 2011
◗ Must have achieved an awards average* of at least 95 per cent in Grades 10, 11 and 12
◗ Applications available online at the Student Awards website in December 2010
◗ Results: available in April 2011
* Award averages are calculated using English and your four highest marks from humanities, fine arts and sciences. Equivalent courses are used for non-Alberta students.
AcAdemic excellence ScholArShipSValue: over $6 million in scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $5,000We have improved the Academic Excellence Scholarships to make it simpler and faster to be considered for this award. High-school entrance students will now be automatically considered for the Academic Excellence Scholarship upon final admission to the University of Alberta and will be guaranteed scholarship funding based on their final admission average*. No application is required.
Academic Excellence Scholarships are comprised of funding at both the university and faculty level. Values available will depend
on which faculty you are admitted into and your final admission average. This information can be found at www.ualberta.ca/awards/academicexcellence
◗ Automatic Consideration—No application required
◗ Thousands of scholarships available
◗ Must be a high-school student entering the first year of an undergraduate degree program at the U of A in September 2011
◗ Must achieve a final admission average of at least 85 per cent
◗ Results: offers made upon final admission
* Final admission average is based on the five subjects used for the program to which you apply.
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For more information visit
Student Awards Website www.ualberta.ca/awards
Matthew (4th year, engineering)Received $17,250 in awards:
Scholastic Distinction Scholarship (Dean’s Citation Scholarship)
Academic Excellence Scholarship
Entrance Leadership Award
Can$17,250Total
$10,000 over four years
$3,750
$3,500
entrAnce leAderShip ScholArShip competitionValue: up to $20,000The Entrance Leadership Scholarship program recognizes students who demonstrate exceptional leadership through school and community involvement while maintaining superior academic standing.
◗ Application Open: December 2010
◗ Closing Deadline: February 15, 2011
◗ Approximately 100 scholarships available
◗ Must be a high-school student entering the first year of an undergraduate degree program at the U of A in September 2011
◗ Must have achieved an awards average* of at least 80 per cent
◗ Must possess exceptional leadership qualities as demonstrated by community service and involvement
◗ Applications available online at the Student Awards website in December 2010
◗ Results: available in April 2011
* Award averages are calculated using English and your four highest marks from humanities, fine arts and sciences. Equivalent courses are used for non-Alberta students.
eldon foote trAck And field ScholArShipValue: $2,000 a year for a maximum of five years ($10,000)The Eldon Foote Track and Field Scholarships recognize excellence in track and field.
◗ Application Open: May 2011
◗ Closing Deadline: July 4, 2011
◗ Two scholarships available
◗ Must be a high-school student entering the first year of an undergraduate degree program at the U of A in September 2011 and a member of the Golden Bears or Pandas Track and Field team
◗ Must be an Alberta resident
◗ Applications available online at the Student Awards website in May 2011
◗ Results: available in August 2011
International students are eligible for the scholarship opportunities listed. In addition, there are specific entrance scholarships available only for international students. Please visit www.international.ualberta.ca/prospective/scholarships.cfm for more details.
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The University of Alberta’s world-class faculties and programs can help you make your big dream a reality. One of the many benefits the U of A offers is an interdisciplinary approach to learning that opens up a world of career options. You will be exposed to lots of new ideas and areas of study that may help refine your career direction or even inspire a new dream.
WHAT’S YOUR BIG DREAM?
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Here’s one way you can use the following pages to explore your options and discover your passions and interests:
1. Scan each faculty’s list of degrees and programs and check off ones that look interesting.
2. Read the faculty highlights on the pages you marked.
3. Visit the faculty website, noted at the bottom of each page, and explore the faculty and program.
4. Still have questions? Use the faculty contact information to get in touch with a faculty advisor.
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Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences 30
Arts 31
Augustana 32
Business 33
Education 34
Engineering 35
Graduate Studies and Research 44
Law 36
Medicine and Dentistry 37
Native Studies 38
Nursing 39
Open Studies 44
Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences 40
Physical Education and Recreation 41
Campus Saint-Jean 42
Science 43
Some of our faculties offer their programs on more than one campus, giving you the choice of not just your area of study but also the campus that suits you best.
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AgriculturAl, life And environmentAl ScienceS
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My dream is to inspire others through conscious environmental practices
Faculty Highlights◗ Relevant Science Programs – anchored in the sciences but also integrating business, arts and social sciences, our programs prepare you to make a difference in the real world.
◗ Fulfilling Careers – our programs enable you to work in areas that matter most to you—the environment, food and health, animals as well as people and communities.
◗ Generous Scholarship Opportunities – our students have access to one of the largest faculty-funded scholarship programs on campus.
◗ Learn Outside of the Classroom – internships, practicum placements, field courses and international opportunities give you hands-on experience and allow you to enhance your skills.
Conservation Biologist Land Reclamation ManagerWater Resources ForesterRegistered DietitianFood Development TechnologistPlant BiotechnologistAnimal Health InspectorBusiness Consultant in the Agri-food sectorChild and Youth ProgrammerTextile Quality Assurance Manager
Careers
Degree ProgramsBachelor of Science (See Program Areas listed below)Bachelor of Science (Environmental and Conservation Sciences)/Bachelor of Arts (Native Studies) Combined Degrees
Bachelor of Science (Environmental and Conservation Sciences, Bilingual)/Baccalauréat bilingue en sciences de l’environnement et de la conservation)
Bachelor of Science (Human Ecology)/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Combined Degrees
Bachelor of Arts (Environmental Studies) new for 2011/12
Program AreasBACHelor oF SCienCeAgricultureAgricultural and Resource Economics
Animal ScienceCrop ScienceRange and Pasture Management
Sustainable Agricultural Systems
Pre-Veterinary Medicine (2-year Preprofessional Program)
Agricultural/Food Business Management
Agricultural Business Management
Forest Business ManagementAnimal HealthCompanion and Performance Animals
Food AnimalsFood Safety and Quality
environmental and Conservation Sciences
Conservation BiologyEnvironmental Economics and Policy
Human Dimensions of Environmental Management
Land ReclamationWildlife and Rangeland Resources Management
Forest Business Management
ForestryHuman ecologyFamily EcologyClothing, Textiles and Material Culture
nutrition and Food ScienceFood Science and TechnologyNutritionNutrition and Food
BACHelor oF ArtSenvironmental StudiesEnvironment and Conservation
Environment and Development
Environment and Policy
Faculty of Agricultural, life and environmental SciencesTel: 780.492.4933Toll Free: 1.800.804.6417 (Western Canada)www.ales.ualberta.ca/[email protected]
Contact
“ “My dream is to inspire others through conscious environmental practices. This faculty has helped me to achieve this by giving me a solid foundation in environmental sciences, support from encouraging professors, and unique international environmental travel opportunities.” - ALExANDRA BYkoWSkI, 3rd year, BSc Environmental
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ContactFaculty of Arts Undergraduate Student Services officeTel: 780.492.4295Toll Free: 1.888.533.5735 (Canada)www.arts.ualberta.cawww.facebook.com/[email protected]
Social Policy Researcher Graphic or Industrial Designer Museum Curator or Archivist Translator or InterpreterCriminal Intelligence or Law Enforcement officer
Foreign Service Immigration officer Arts and Culture Administrator Writer, Editor or Marketing Professional Financial Analyst Counsellor or Therapist
BACHelor oF ArtS AnD BACHelor oF ArtS (Honours) HumanitiesClassics(includes Greek and Latin)Creative Writing (combined only)
East Asian Studies (includes Japanese and Chinese)
EnglishFilm Studies (BA only)Modern Languages and Cultural Studies (American Sign Language, Arabic, Central/East European Studies, Danish, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Scandinavian, Spanish and Latin American Studies, Swahili, Swedish, Ukrainian)
PhilosophySocial SciencesAncient and Medieval HistoryAnthropology (focus in Archaeology, Social/Cultural Anthropology, Linguistic Anthropology, Biological Anthropology)
CriminologyEconomicsHistoryHuman Geography (BA only)LinguisticsPolitical SciencePsychologySociologyWomen’s StudiesFine ArtsArt and DesignDrama History of Art, Design and Visual Culture
Music
interdisciplinaryComparative LiteratureInternational StudiesMiddle Eastern and African Studies
Religious StudiesScience, Technology and Society
BACHelor oF DeSignIndustrial DesignVisual Communications Design (Routes: General, Business/Marketing, Engineering, Computing Science, Social Sciences or Printmaking)
BACHelor oF Fine ArtSArt and DesignDrama: Acting, Theatre Design or Technical Theatre (Stage Management or Technical Production)
BACHelor oF ArtS (Drama)/BACHelor oF eDUCAtion (Secondary) combined degrees
BACHelor oF MUSiC(Routes: General, Performance, Music History, World Music, Composition and Theory or School Music)
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(Elementary) Combined Degrees
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otHer AreAS oF StUDyMathematicsChristian Theology (minor only)
Science (minor only)Statistics (minor only)Native Studies (minor only)
My big dream is... helping children who are learning English as a second language
Faculty Highlights◗ More than 380 full-time professors teaching in 15 departments and numerous interdisciplinary programs.
◗ A dedicated Faculty of Arts career development officer.
◗ Flexible and diverse programs that allow you to focus within your major on areas like archaeology in anthropology, international economics in an economics degree, or a minor in international studies.
◗ A satellite campus in Cortona, Italy, and the opportunity to study in more than 80 countries worldwide.
◗ Come and be a part of a supportive and cutting-edge environment that will help you realize your dreams!
Degree ProgramsBachelor of ArtsBachelor of Arts (Criminology)Bachelor of Arts (Environmental Studies) new for 2011/12Bachelor of Arts (Honours)Bachelor of DesignBachelor of Fine Arts in Art and DesignBachelor of Fine Arts in Drama, specializations in Acting, Technical Theatre and Theatre Design
Bachelor of Arts (Drama)/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Combined Degrees (5 years)
Bachelor of MusicBachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education (Elementary) Combined Degrees (5 years)
Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Combined Degrees (5 years)
Certificates – Complete as part of your degreeCommunity Service-LearningGlobalization and Governance (Political Science majors/minors only)Middle Eastern and African StudiesPeace and Post Conflict StudiesTranslations Studies (for majors or minors in French, German, Japanese, Spanish and Ukrainian)
Areas of Study
Careers
“ My big dream is to make a difference in the field of speech pathology and audiology, specifically helping children who are learning English as a second language. Here at the U of A, my professors inspired me to be passionate, think critically, be inquisitive and develop my research skills. I learned to keep pushing the boundaries in what I can achieve and I hope to continue doing just that, in my master’s and in my career as a speech pathologist.”
- kRISTYN EMMERzAEL, Double Major, Linguistics and Psychology, BA 2010
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ContactAugustana Campus Prospective Student officeTel: 780.679.1132Toll Free: 1.800.661.8714 (Canada and U.S.)[email protected]
Fine ArtsArtDramaMusicHumanitiesClassical StudiesEnglishFrenchGermanModern LanguagesPhilosophyPhilosophy and ReligionReligionScandinavian StudiesScienceBiologyChemistryComputing ScienceEnvironmental ScienceEnvironmental StudiesGeographyMathematicsPhysical Education - outdoor Education
Physics
Social SciencesEconomicsHistoryInterdisciplinary Studies (Canadian Studies, Crime and Community, Global and Development Studies, Individualized, Women’s Studies)
Management – Business Economics
Physical Education – kinesiology and Sport Studies
Political StudiesPsychologySociology
Careers ArtistBusiness ManagerEnvironmental PlannerInternational Aid WorkerPolitical ConsultantResearch ScientistSoftware Developer
Faculty Highlights◗ An hour from Edmonton in the city of Camrose, Alberta, it is one of a handful of small, liberal-arts focused undergraduate institutions in Canada.
◗ You join a community where small classes and individual attention are the norms and you can choose from activities in the social, philanthropic, fine arts and athletic spheres.
◗ Interdisciplinary study and travel, whether on Arctic canoe expeditions and dogsledding or to conduct biological studies in Costa Rica, are part of Augustana’s Outdoor Education program.
◗ Community service learning opportunities that have included environmental sustainability programs, GIS mapping, mentoring children and teaching art classes.
◗ An award-winning Puebla-Alberta Community Service Exchange with Universidad de las Americas, in Cholula, Puebla, Mexico.
Degree Programs Bachelor of ArtsBachelor of Management in Business EconomicsBachelor of MusicBachelor of Science
Program Areas
“ My time at Augustana has really helped me develop leadership skills, both within and beyond the classroom. I worked at a small clinic in rural Mexico, and travelled by dogsled across Great Slave Lake. I have been involved with Augustana Against AIDS and helped co-ordinate a campus Bike Share program. On a smaller campus, not only did I get the individual attention I wanted from my profs, I found that I could really stand out and make a difference.”
- CHELSEA HALVoRSoN, 4th year Global and Development Studies
... develop leadership skills, both within and beyond the classroom
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Faculty Highlights◗ Faculty at the School of Business have won more national teaching awards (3M) than any other business school in Canada.
◗ The Co-operative Education Program offers undergraduate students the opportunity to incorporate paid work experience as part of their BCom degree.
◗ The school maintains 20 exchange opportunities with top universities around the globe.
◗ BCom students test their competitive edge in national and international Business Case Competitions.
◗ Students have the opportunity to gain leadership experience in one of 19 business student clubs and be a part of the most vibrant group of students at the U of A.
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ContactSchool of Business Undergraduate Program officeTel: 780.492.5773Toll Free: 1.888.492.7676 (Canada)www.business.ualberta.ca/[email protected]
Careers AccountantEconomic Policy Analyst Financial Analyst Human Resources AdvisorIT Specialist Logistics officer Market Research Consultant
Degree ProgramsBachelor of CommerceBachelor of Commerce After DegreeBachelor of Commerce Cooperative EducationBachelor of Commerce (Bilingual): 2 years Campus Saint-Jean + 2 years Business
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)
Program AreasAccountingBusiness Economics and LawBusiness StudiesDecision and Information SystemsDistribution ManagementEast Asian StudiesEntrepreneurship and Family EnterpriseEuropean StudiesFinanceHuman Resource ManagementInternational BusinessLatin American StudiesManagement and organizationManagement Information SystemsMarketingoperations ManagementRetailing and Services
“ My big dream: I would love to work in the international business field, helping build relations between countries and companies to foster a more globalized and prosperous community. How: The University of Alberta has given me the incredible opportunity to complete my degree in both French and English and receive a bilingual diploma as well as the chance to travel and study in France and in China to earn a complete global perspective.”
- ELENA MAGER, 4th year Bilingual Bachelor of Commerce
&
My big dream: build relations between countries companies
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educAtion
Faculty Highlights◗ Future students can enter our faculty after one year of postsecondary education.
◗ We offer more program choices and combinations than any other Faculty of Education in Canada.
◗ The BEd is a professional degree that not only prepares you for a teaching career but also opens the door to many other careers.
◗ Your classes are taught by award-winning professors.
◗ International opportunities are available such as student exchange programs in South Korea and China and field experience coursework in Ghana.
University of Alberta
ContactFaculty of education Undergraduate Student ServicesTel: [email protected]
Careers TeacherTrainer in the public and the private sectors Technical institute or college instructorPostsecondary employment (advisors and administrators)overseeing educational programs and running consulting businesses for families with children with special needs
Welfare and community service (child care workers, social workers, police officers, educational and vocational counselors)
elementary educationEarly Childhood EducationEducational PsychologyEnglish as a Second LanguageFine ArtsLanguage and LiteracyMathematics/ScienceMusicNative EducationPhysical EducationSecond LanguagesSocial StudiesSpecial EducationVisual StudiesSecondary educationArtBiological SciencesCareer and Technology Studies
ChemistryDramaEnglish Language ArtsEnglish as a Second LanguageGeneral SciencesHealth EducationInstructional TechnologyMathematical SciencesMusic (Band Major)Music (Classical Guitar Minor)Native EducationPhysical EducationPhysical SciencesPhysicsReligious and Moral Education Second LanguagesSocial StudiesSpecial Education
Degree Programs Bachelor of Education (Elementary, Secondary)Bachelor of Education After Degree (Elementary, Secondary)Bachelor of Arts (Native Studies)/Bachelor of Education (Elementary, Secondary) Combined Degrees: 3 years Native Studies + 2 years Education
Bachelor of Arts (Drama)/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Combined Degrees: 3 years Drama + 2 years Education
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Combined Degrees: 2 years Science + 3 years Education
Bachelor of Science (Human Ecology)/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Combined Degrees: 3 years Agriculture and Environmental Studies + 2 years Education
Bachelor of Physical Education/Bachelor of Education (Elementary, Secondary) Combined Degrees: 3 years Physical Education + 2 years Education
Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education (Elementary, Secondary) Combined Degrees: 3 years Arts + 2 years Education
Bachelor of Education (Elementary) Collaborative programs in Grande Prairie and Red Deer, and Aboriginal Teacher Education Program at various sites in Northern Alberta
Diploma Programs
Program Areas
“ I would rather spend a day teaching children than do anything else in the world. They are so easy to engage.”
- JACoB HENDRICkSoN, 3rd year Elementary Education Student
I would rather spend a day
teaching children than do anything else in the world
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engineering
Faculty Highlights◗ The next generation of engineers will change the world and the Faculty of Engineering is ensuring that our graduates are going to be at the forefront of these changes by offering innovative, cutting-edge programming in diverse areas such as biomedical engineering, nanotechnology, energy and natural resources, and information and communications technology.
◗ Engineering students have the opportunity to use world-class teaching and research facilities, including nanotechnology fabrication facilities that are unparalleled in Canada, and to conduct research alongside our professors, who are globally renowned researchers.
◗ Students in our faculty have the opportunity to experience leadership, management and technical skills both in-class and through involvement with one of more than 20 student-run organizations and design projects.
◗ Over $1.5 million in scholarships is awarded every year to new and continuing students in Faculty of Engineering.
◗ Our faculty is home to Canada’s second largest co-operative education program, which offers students the opportunity to gain paid, professional engineering work experience while completing their degree.
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ContactFaculty of engineeringTel: 780.492.3320Toll Free: 1.800.407.8354 (Canada and USA)[email protected]
Degree ProgramsBachelor of Science (Engineering)Bachelor of Science (Engineering): Co-operative Education
Program AreasChemicalChemical: Biomedical optionChemical: Computer Process Control optionCivilCivil: Biomedical optionCivil: Environmental Engineering optionComputerComputer: Nanoscale System Design optionComputer: Software optionElectricalElectrical: Biomedical optionElectrical: Nanoengineering optionEngineering PhysicsEngineering Physics: Nanoengineering optionMaterialsMaterials: Biomedical optionMaterials: Nano and Functional Materials optionMechanicalMechanical: Biomedical optionMiningPetroleum
Careers Aerospace EngineerAstronautBiomedical Systems DesignerField EngineerDesign EngineerProject ManagerPublic Health and Safety EngineerResearch and Development SpecialistVideo Game DesignerWater Resources Engineer
“ I want to be able to solve problems because I believe that engineers are problem solvers. I feel that I can apply what I am learning at the Faculty of Engineering to everything and anything I might encounter. My dream would be to find a big solution to a big problem.”
- AMANDA SCHNECk, 5th year Materials Engineering–Biomedical Co-op. In her last Co-op placement Amanda worked on a research project developing coronary stents to open arterial constriction, particularly in pediatric patients.
My dreamwould be to find a
big solution
to a big problem
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lAW
University of Alberta
ContactFaculty of lawStudent ServicesTel: [email protected]
Careers Law firm practiceIn-house CounselCrown ProsecutorGovernment (e.g. Prosecutions, JAG, Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Policy Development)
Legal Counsel for Non-governmental organizationsAcademia: Law Professor or researcher for courts or law firms
I have had the experience to work and volunteer with very accomplished people
Degree ProgramsBachelor of Laws (LLB)Bachelor of Laws and Master of Business Administration (LLB/MBA)
Bachelor of Laws and Juris Doctor (LLB/JD – a joint program with the University of Colorado)
Master of Laws (LLM)Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
“ I applied to the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Law because of its distinction as Canada’s oldest law school in Western Canada and because of the university’s outstanding reputation . . . I have had the experience to work and volunteer with very accomplished people through my participation in moot competitions, student politics and governance, as well as editing for the Alberta Law Review, Canada’s oldest student-run legal journal, and competing with the Golden Bearristers Rugby Football Club. The University of Alberta’s Faculty of Law is the perfect combination of a competitive academic program with a collegial student body.”
- D.J. LYNDE, LLB 2010, president, Law Students’ Association
Faculty Highlights◗ Our courses are taught by some of the best academics, lawyers and leaders in the country, who encourage students to think critically, to argue coherently and to define their own limits of success and whose publications are used widely by lawyers, law students, judges and academics across Canada.
◗ The faculty offers a wide range of courses covering legal fundamentals, practice skills and theoretical inquiries.
◗ Student financial assistance is provided through the faculty’s scholarship and bursary program which annually awards more than $1 million dollars to LLB students.
◗ A dynamic student experience provides countless opportunities to participate in university and broader community affairs, including providing legal services to the low-income community through Student Legal Services, the largest and one of the oldest student-based legal assistance programs in Canada.
◗ In addition to technologically advanced classrooms and wireless internet access, the Law Centre houses the Eldon Foote Moot Courtroom, the Career Resource room, the Student Services office and the John A. Weir Memorial Law Library.
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medicine And dentiStry
Faculty Highlights◗ More than 50 residency programs including family medicine, general surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics, neurology and cardiology.
◗ Generated approximately $200 million in research dollars and is also known internationally for its innovative medical education programs and for advancing medical knowledge through scientific research.
◗ Partners with the largest teaching hospital in Western Canada, with state-of-the-art facilities for medical students and residents.
◗ Extensive hands-on training for medical laboratory science students who rotate through clinical biochemistry, hematology, histotechnology, clinical microbiology and transfusion science labs. As of June 2009, 90 Aboriginal students have graduated from the faculty, including 56 physicians, 17 dentists and 17 dental hygienists.
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ContactFaculty of Medicine and Dentistry Tel: 780.492.6350 [email protected]
Dentistry and Dental Hygiene ProgramsTel: [email protected]
Medical laboratory Science ProgramTel: 780.492.6601 [email protected]
Degree ProgramsBachelor of Science (Dental Hygiene Specialization): Post-diploma degree completion
Bachelor of Science (Medical Laboratory Science)Bachelor of Science (Medical Laboratory Science): Post-professional certificate
Dental Hygiene DiplomaDoctor of Dental SurgeryDoctor of Medicine
Program Areas Anesthesiology and Pain MedicineBiochemistryBiomedical Engineering Cell Biology DentistryEmergency MedicineFamily MedicineLaboratory Medicine and PathologyMedical GeneticsMedical Microbiology and ImmunologyMedicineobstetrics and GynecologyoncologyophthalmologyPediatricsPharmacologyPhysiologyPsychiatryRadiology and Diagnostic ImagingSurgery
Careers Medical DoctorDentistDental HygienistMedical ResearcherMedical Laboratory PathologistProfessor
“ My dream is to become a physician who can really empower people to take better care of their health before they become sick. I am passionate about primary prevention of illness and public-health initiatives; through the University of Alberta’s Skin Cancer Awareness program and as the Class of 2013’s Community Health Representative, I enjoy talking to younger students about simple things that they can do to improve their quality of life, like wearing sunscreen and exercising daily. In addition, I have learned through the U of A’s Patient Centred Care program how to show people that they can be their own best health care provider. In practise, I want to emphasize the prevention of illness over the treatment of avoidable problems.”
- SHANNoN SARRo, Medical Student
My dream is to... empower people to take better care of their health before they become sick
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nAtive StudieS
Faculty Highlights◗ The only independent Faculty of Native Studies in the Canadian university system.
◗ A common ground for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal students to explore and critically examine historical and contemporary relations that concern Aboriginal peoples and communities.
◗ Small class sizes with a diverse student population.
◗ Guest lecturers, including Elders and representatives from various Aboriginal organizations.
◗ Practicum opportunities for third- and fourth-year students.
My dream is to affect positive change on this world
University of Alberta
ContactFaculty of native StudiesTel: 780.492.2991www.ualberta.ca/nativestudies
Faculty Student AdvisorTel: [email protected]
Careers Government employee or representativeCommunity LiaisonPolicy AnalystHealth and Wellness Co-ordinatorEnvironmental Management ConsultantBusiness ownerTeacher
Degree ProgramsBachelor of Arts (Native Studies)Bachelor of Arts (Native Studies) HonoursBachelor of Arts (Native Studies) After DegreeBachelor of Arts (Native Studies)/Bachelor of Education (Elementary or Secondary routes) Combined Degrees
Bachelor of Arts (Native Studies)/Bachelor of Science (Environmental and Conservation Sciences) Combined Degrees
Certificate in Aboriginal Governance and Partnership
Program Areastopics in native Studies courses include:Legal issuesHuman rightsGovernanceEconomic and Community DevelopmentHealthArtCree and other Aboriginal languagesLand and Resource Management
“ I am passionate about taking a critical lens to the social landscape of Canada and of the world more generally. The Faculty of Native Studies is where I found my niche. My dream is to affect positive change on this world, whether it is for one individual or for an entire population.”
- JESSICA koLoPENUk, BA 2010 Honours
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nurSing
My dream is to affect positive change on this world
Faculty Highlights◗ The Faculty of Nursing at the University of Alberta is the largest nursing faculty in Canada and offers a full range of programs, including our Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree which provides the educational background for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Canada.
◗ Our professors have received multiple teaching and research awards at the local, provincial and national levels (including three 3M Teaching Awards) and many are also the authors of textbooks used by nursing schools across the country.
◗ Using our Context-Based Learning approach, students work in small seminar groups to study real-life nursing scenarios to develop the critical-thinking skills that best prepare them for their career as a registered nurse.
◗ Students gain hands-on laboratory experience every semester using advanced learning methods and equipment, including cutting-edge simulation technology.
◗ Clinical placements throughout the program allow students to put their classroom theory and laboratory skills into practice in a variety of hospital and community settings, including the opportunity to do their final placement abroad with one of our international partners.
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ContactFaculty of nursingUndergraduate Student ServicesTel: 780.492.9546 Toll Free: 1.888.492.8089 (Canada)[email protected]
Degree ProgramsNursing – 4-year BScN-Collaborative ProgramNursing – 4-year BScN-Bilingual ProgramNursing – 4-year BScN-Honours ProgramNursing – 2-year BScN-After Degree ProgramNursing – 2-year RPN to BScN Program Nursing – 1-year BScN-Post RN Program
Careers Hospital-based nurseLong-term care nursePublic health nurseoccupational health nurseMilitary nurseHome care nurseMental health nurse
“ Being a nurse in Africa has been my dream since I was 12 . . . So far, I have had the opportunity to study in Ghana and to volunteer in a hospital in Tanzania. For my final nursing practicum, I hope to again find myself in Africa. I’ve started living my dream!”
- JENNIFER HERMANN, 4th year BScN Student
I’ve started living my dream!
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PhArmAcy And PhArmAceuticAl ScienceS
Faculty Highlights◗ Our students gain real-life work experience. The undergraduates participate in an experiential program that co-ordinates more than 16 weeks of working in the various pharmacy fields.
◗ Pharmacy students have the opportunity to participate in clinical and research work.
◗ In 2009–10, there were 593 applicants for 130 spots.
◗ There has been an increase of four new faculty positions in the past year.
University of Alberta
ContactFaculty of Pharmacyand Pharmaceutical SciencesTel: 780.492.3362 [email protected]
Careers Community PharmacistHospital or Institutional PharmacistAcademic Researcher in both clinical and scientific areasWork in industry: research, medical information, sales
Degree ProgramsFour-year Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy requiring one preprofessional year in general science.
“ Since elementary school, my big dream has been to work in a health profession and in an environment where I can have a positive impact on the lives and well-being of the individuals with whom I interact. My dream is to improve patients’ health and ensure that they do not feel like projects, but rather feel valued as human beings and know their concerns are being heard. I want to care for people wherever I decide to practice, and also travel abroad and volunteer my skills to those in need. The University of Alberta, particularly through the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, continues to prepare me with world-class instruction in best-practice pharmacy, allowing me to see my dream become a reality.”
- BRETT EDWARDS, 3rd year Faculty of Pharmacy Student
Since elementary school,
my big dream has been to work in a
health profession
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PhySicAl educAtion And recreAtion
Faculty Highlights◗ A rich diversity of academic programs and research spanning the arts and science, including studies in sport science, kinesiology, physical education, recreation, tourism studies, physical activity and health, and adapted physical activity.
◗ “Play Around The World,” a three-month service-learning course designed to promote global citizenship in U of A students as they work with underserved children and youth (orphans, street children and people with disabilities) in Thailand and Cambodia.
◗ A professional practicum, affording students work experience with community-based agencies in an area related to their degree. Local, national and international opportunities are available.
◗ A peer-mentor program (including a student-for-a-day option) that connects prospective students with current students to share first-hand insights about being a student here.
◗ Programs that are acknowledged foundational degrees for graduate studies in several different areas, including occupational therapy, physical therapy, orthotics and prosthetics, dentistry and medicine.
I’d like to work in a private company or
with Parks Canada when I graduate
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ContactFaculty of Physical education and recreation Student Services officeTel: 780.492.5604www.physedandrec.ualberta.caper.undergrad@ualberta.ca
Degree ProgramsBachelor of Arts in Recreation, Sport and Tourism Bachelor of Physical Education Bachelor of Physical Education/Bachelor of Education Combined Degrees
Bachelor of Science in kinesiology
Program Areas Bachelor of Physical educationActive Living, Health and Well-BeingActivity and NutritionAdapted Physical ActivityCoaching StudiesCultural and Managerial Studies of Sport and LeisureIndividualized ConcentrationPhysical Activity and Sport Performance
Careers Certified Exercise PhysiologistCoachCommunity Health and Wellness PractitionerFitness ConsultantMental Training ConsultantRecreational Therapist/Adapted Physical Activity SpecialistSport and Recreation Facilities/operations Manager
“ I’m really interested in sport or tourism marketing and promotion, and I’m thinking about taking a master’s degree after I complete my undergraduate program to help me get into that field. Then I’d like to work in a private company or with Parks Canada when I graduate, working at marketing sport, recreation or tourism in Alberta.”
- SARAH PRINCE, 3rd year student, Bachelor of Arts, Sport, Recreation and Tourism; Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation
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cAmPuS SAint-jeAn
Faculty Highlights◗ The only francophone postsecondary institution in Western Canada offering nine programs, including bilingual degrees in nursing, commerce and environmental and conservation sciences which are unique in Canada.
◗ A small campus environment with 700 students and an average class size of just 14 students.
◗ $350,000 available in scholarships in addition to the general scholarships offered by the U of A.
◗ Situated in central Edmonton just six kilometres east of the U of A’s North Campus, CSJ also offers its students a free minibus service to facilitate access to courses and services available on the North Campus.
◗ To further develop their French language skills, students can live in our 100 single room francophone residence (each with a private bathroom), visit our academic support centre or even join one of our many student clubs, all en français!
le CSJ vous offre◗ La seule institution francophone postsecondaire dans l’Ouest canadien offrant 9 programmes d’études incluant les baccalauréats bilingues en sciences infirmières, en administration des affaires et en sciences de l’environnement et de la conservation qui sont des programmes uniques au Canada;
◗ Un petit campus avec 700 étudiants ayant des classes avec un nombre restreint d’étudiants (moyenne 14 étudiants par classe);
◗ 350 000 $ en bourses s’ajoutant aux autres bourses de la U of A;
◗ Situé au centre de la ville d’Edmonton, à seulement 6 km à l’est du Campus Nord de la U of A, le CSJ offre un service gratuit de minibus permettant un accès aux cours et aux services du Campus Nord;
◗ Afin de parfaire leurs compétences en français, nos étudiants peuvent vivre dans une résidence francophone offrant 100 chambres individuelles (avec salles de bains privées!), utiliser les services de notre centre d’appui à l’excellence académique ou même devenir membre d’un de nos nombreux clubs étudiant tout en français!
University of Alberta
Contact/CoordonnéesCampus Saint-Jean Bureau des affaires étudiantesTél : 780.465.8790Sans frais : 1.800.537.2509 (Amérique du Nord)[email protected]
Careers French Immersion TeacherRegistered NurseEnvironmental Policy AdvisorMechanical EngineerInternational Marketing Associate
Biomedical Sciences Researcher
Not-for-profit program coordinator
CarrièresEnseignant dans une école d’immersion française
InfirmièreSpécialiste des politiques environnementales
Ingénieur mécaniqueReprésentant en marketing international
Chercheur en sciences biomédicales
Coordonnateur d’agence sans but lucratif
ProgrammesBaccalauréat (1er cycle)Arts/Arts avec spécialisation/Arts après un premier diplômeAdministration des affaires (bilingue)*Éducation/Éducation et sciences combinés/Éducation après un premier diplôme
Sciences en génie (première année)*SciencesSciences de l’environnement et de la conservation (bilingue)*Sciences infirmières (bilingue)**Ces programmes sont offerts en collaboration avec d’autres facultés de l’Université de l’Alberta.
Maîtrise (2e cycle)Maîtrise en arts en études canadiennesMaîtrise en sciences de l’éducation
BAÉconomieÉtudes canadiennesÉtudes interdisciplinairesFrançais - langueFrançais - littératureHistoirePsychologie (arts)Sciences politiquesSociologie
Bed (élémentaire ou secondaire)
Études socialesFrançaisMathématiquesMusiqueSciences générales
Bed/BSc combinésSciences biologiquesSciences mathématiquesSciences physiques
BScBiologieChimieMathématiquesPhysiquePsychologie (sciences)Sciences biologiquesSciences de la terreSciences mathématiquesSciences physiques
Domaines d’études
“ If I had the choice of being anything, it would be an ambassador. As Mahatma Gandhi famously said, ‘My life is my message.’ Dream big, and make your life’s message positive.”
« Si j’avais le choix de n’importe quelle profession, je serais ambassadeur. Comme l’a dit Mahatma Gandhi, « Ma vie est mon message. » Il faut toujours rêver et faire en sorte que notre message soit positif. »
- GABRIEL JoSHEE-ARNAL, BA 2009
If I had the choice of being anything, it would be
an ambassador
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Science
Faculty Highlights◗ Offers a cohort program where small groups of first-year students are placed together in a number of class and laboratory sections to facilitate the transition to university life.
◗ Science 100–a unique full-year, integrated, multi-disciplinary course designed to give students a rigorous academic education in all aspects of science.
◗ A student mentor program that connects prospective students with current science students so they can gain insight to the many opportunities the faculty offers.
◗ The Centennial Centre for Interdisciplinary Science (CCIS), a state-of-the-art facility that brings together students, professors and researchers to work collaboratively on scientific discovery under one roof.
◗ New lecture halls and teaching labs provide an unprecedented learning experience for students to pursue the education in science that they desire.
◗ The Industrial Internship Programs (IIP), for third-year specialization and honours students, provides paid work experience in industry settings.
The courses I’ve taken... sparked my interest in glaciers and cold environments
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ContactFaculty of Science Undergraduate Student Services officeTel: 780.492.4758Toll Free: 1.800.358.8314 (Canada)[email protected]
Degree ProgramsBachelor of Science GeneralBachelor of Science SpecializationBachelor of Science HonoursBachelor of Science/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)Combined Degrees: 2 years Science + 3 years Education
Bachelor of Science General with Business Minor
Careers Environmental Impact AnalystWater Purification ChemistInvestment Analyst Food and Drug Inspector Systems Software Developer Rehabilitation CounselorEcologist
Biological SciencesAnimal BiologyBioinformaticsBiological SciencesEcologyEvolutionary BiologyMicrobiologyMolecular GeneticsPhysiology and Developmental Biology
Plant BiologyComputing ScienceBioinformatics (Computing Science)
Computing ScienceComputing Science (Business Minor)
Computing Science Specialization in Software Practice
earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Atmospheric Sciences Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Environmental Earth SciencesGeologyPaleontology
Mathematical and Statistical Sciences
Applied MathematicsComputational Science (Mathematics)
Mathematical SciencesMathematicsMathematics and EconomicsMathematics and FinanceStatisticsMedical SciencesBiochemistryCell BiologyImmunology and InfectionNeurosciencePharmacologyPhysiologyPhysical SciencesAstrophysicsChemistryGeophysicsMathematical PhysicsPhysical SciencesPhysicsPsychology
Program Areas
“ My experiences at the University of Alberta have far exceeded my expectations! The courses I’ve taken in earth and atmospheric sciences have sparked my interest in glaciers and cold environments. This past year I traveled to England to conduct experiments in the Cold Temperature Experimental Facility at the University of Bristol, and as an extension of my thesis research I have had the unique opportunity to do fieldwork in Antarctica. This incredible experience and thoroughly captivating environment have served to amplify my interest in, and fascination with, glaciology. This prospect has me excited to venture to Greenland this summer for another field season of adventures and exploration!”
- ASHLEY DUBNICk, BSc 2009 Specialization Environmental Earth Sciences
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oPen StudieS
grAduAte StudieS And reSeArch
Faculty Highlights◗ Home to more than 7,000 graduate students—the largest contingent of researchers on campus.
◗ Graduate student funding rates are among the highest in Canada; more than 80 per cent of current doctoral students received Can$20,000 per year during their first four years of study.
◗ World-class facilities for graduate researchers, including the National Institute for Nanotechnology and a first-rate library collection critical for social science and humanities research.
◗ Diverse program selection with 110+ master’s and 60+ doctoral degrees in more than 300 research areas.
◗ Opportunities to conduct research abroad through formal exchange agreements, industry internships and field work.
Agricultural, Food, and Nutritional Science
AnthropologyArt and DesignBiochemistryBiological SciencesBiomedical EngineeringBusinessCell BiologyChemical and Materials Engineering
ChemistryCivil and Environmental Engineering
Communications and Technology
Comparative LiteratureComputing ScienceDentistryDramaEarth and Atmospheric Sciences
East Asian StudiesEconomicsEducational Policy StudiesEducational PsychologyEducational StudiesElectrical and Computer Engineering
Elementary Education
EnglishÉtudes canadiennesÉtudes en langue et culture
Health Promotion StudiesHealth Sciences Education
History and ClassicsHuman EcologyHumanities ComputingInternetworkingLaboratory Medicine and Pathology
LawLibrary and Information Studies
LinguisticsMathematical and Statistical Sciences
Mechanical EngineeringMedical GeneticsMedical Microbiology and Immunology
MedicineModern Languages and Cultural Studies
MusicNeuroscienceNursingobstetrics and Gynecology
occupational TherapyoncologyophthalmologyPediatricsPharmacologyPharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
PhilosophyPhysical Education and Recreation
Physical TherapyPhysicsPhysiologyPolitical SciencePsychiatryPsychologyPublic Health SciencesRadiology and Diagnostic Imaging
Rehabilitation MedicineReligious StudiesRenewable ResourcesRural EconomySecondary EducationSociologySpeech Pathology and Audiology
Surgery
Program Areas
University of Alberta
ContactFaculty of graduate Studies and research Academic AdvisorTel: 780.492.3499 Toll Free: 1.800.758.7136 (Canada and U.S.)[email protected]
ContactSpecial registrationsoffice of the Registrar and Student AwardsTel: 780.492.4601www.registrar.ualberta.ca/openstudies
Careers Academic faculty positions at leading universitiesCorporate or private industry positionsPostdoctoral fellowships
Faculty Highlights◗ Open Studies accepts applications to fall, winter, spring and summer terms.
◗ Students can choose from more than 1,000 course sections in each of the fall and winter terms.
◗ Courses are available both during the day and in the evening to accommodate varying schedules.
◗ Courses range in subject areas, including anthropology, biological sciences, computing science, modern languages, renewable resources and women’s studies.
Open Studies is a great way to develop professionally, to take courses for interest or to restart your university education on a part-time basis.
People varying in age and educational backgrounds choose Open Studies to complete prerequisites, enhance professional skills and credentials or to take courses for personal enrichment. Through Open Studies you can take university-level credit courses from a wide variety of subject areas without following a specific degree or diploma program. You are eligible to complete up to six units of course weight (UCW), normally two courses, in each term to an overall maximum of 30 UCW. If you choose to take a degree or diploma program in the future, the course(s) you take may be applicable for transfer credit. Preapproved courses available to Open Studies students are designated in the Course and Class Information section of Bear Tracks with the O or L symbol (see https://www.beartracks.ualberta.ca).
“I was nominated by the Study Abroad Program to go to Japan for a term in 2010 to do my field research . . . Traveling far makes one dream big, and when dreaming bigger one would like to travel more, read more, and know more.” - xIN CHEN, Grad Student
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ADMISSIONS
How to Apply 46
Gaining Admission 48
Language Proficiency Requirements and Deadlines 49
Admission Requirements 50
Out-of-Province Equivalencies 58
Professional Programs 60
Application Checklist 63
Visits, Tours and Workshops 64
BIG NEXTSTEPS
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Program Options
This is your first step in achieving your big dreams! Embark on your journey by exploring the variety of University of Alberta degree programs within each faculty on pages 28 to 44. It may be necessary to pick your preferred area of study (major, minor, route); however, many programs allow you to complete one year with your major “undeclared.”
When you apply you can indicate your top three program choices on your application, so be sure to consider your options and make a reasonable backup plan just in case we can’t get you into your first choice of program.
Admission Requirements
Check the following charts to see if you have the admission requirements for the program(s) you have chosen.
See Chart 1 on page 50 for programs that are direct entry from high school.
See Chart 2 on page 58 for classifications of required high school courses—English, Humanities, Fine Arts, Mathematics/Sciences and equivalencies for out-of-province high school courses.
See Chart 3 on page 60 for those programs which require one or more years of preprofessional study.
As requirements may change, be sure to check www.registrar.ualberta.ca/admissions for the most current admission requirements.
Deadlines
Application and document deadlines are on page 49. Please note: deadlines vary by program.
Apply Early!
Apply online at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/apply and pay an application fee of $115 by credit card (Visa or Mastercard). If you are unable to apply online, some programs will accept a PDF version which can be downloaded at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/forms.
During the application process you may be redirected to ApplyAlberta (www.registrar.ualberta.ca/applyalberta)—a new web-based application and transcript system that undergraduate applicants use to apply to the U of A. At ApplyAlberta, you will create a personal and academic history profile and then select the U of A to complete the application and submit payment.
Early Admission
The university offers early admission in many of its programs to qualified current high-school students or postsecondary transfer students before final grades are available. A major advantage in being awarded early admission is that you will be eligible to register in courses as early as April.
For more information about early admission, see www.ualberta.ca/earlyadmission.
Scholarships and Awards
The U of A provides top students with exceptional financial rewards for academic and extracurricular achievements. We have several key scholarship competitions, some of which have automatic consideration such as our Academic Excellence Scholarship and some which require an application. You can apply for scholarships even before you apply for admission. See page 25 for details on our competitions.
Residences
There are several residence options for students—see page 23 for details. Research your options early so that you can get an idea of which housing option will work for you.
Please note: your application to live in residence is a separate application, which you can submit after you have applied for admission and obtained your seven-digit U of A student ID number.
Applications for Lister Centre, Residence Saint-Jean and Augustana are accepted as of November 1, 2010, for September 2011 move-ins. First-year undergraduate students applying for Lister Centre by February 1, 2011, are guaranteed a space in residence for the 2011–2012 academic year*.
* Residence Services is not able to guarantee the residence building or the room type requested.
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After you have submitted your application for admission, you will receive important information from the university by e-mail. These e-mails will include:
◗ Your Campus Computing ID (CCID) and password. Your CCID and password are used to access Bear Tracks and your U of A e-mail (webmail) account. The university will be sending important notifications and other correspondence to your U of A webmail account, so it is important that you activate it as soon as possible. Check your e-mail account regularly for correspondence.
◗ Your seven-digit student ID number that you will need to use in any correspondence with the U of A.
◗ Information about Bear Tracks, where you can track your application status, at https://www.beartracks.ualberta.ca.
note: See the U of A Electronic Communications Policy at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/ecommunications.
If there is no e-mail address on your application, information regarding your application will be sent by regular mail until you are assigned your U of A e-mail account.
Course registration starts in early April and you should be prepared to build your class schedule as soon as you can to ensure that you get the best possible selection of classes.
You will be able to build a draft of your course schedule after you have received early or final admission by using Bear Tracks at https://www.beartracks.ualberta.ca. You will receive an e-mail that states the specific date on which you can start registering for classes, called the “registration start date.” We suggest that you register as soon as possible after your registration start date to ensure you get the best selection of courses.
To assist you throughout this process there are a number of resources available:
◗ Registration (REG) 101 Workshops will be conducted in various Canadian cities in the spring. For locations, check www.registrar.ualberta.ca/events.
◗ Faculty advisors can answer your questions about your degree requirements. See faculty pages for contact details.
◗ The Bear Tracks user guide can assist you with any questions that you might have about how to use the system.
Details on registration and additional helpful tools can be found at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/registration.
Final admission will be assessed once we have received all your official and final documentation. Check your “To Do List” in Bear Tracks for documents needed to complete your application and the due dates. Bear Tracks shows documents that have been received and those that are still outstanding. Typically, documents are due June 15 for postsecondary transfer students and August 1 for high-school students.
If you apply for a program that requires an audition, portfolio or interview (or other non-academic requirements), be sure to contact the appropriate department for details regarding what is expected and when it is due. See Faculty pages for contact details.
Where specified in Bear Tracks, official transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing authority (i.e., your high school, provincial or national education department) to:
Office of the Registrar and Student Awards 201 Administration Building University of Alberta Edmonton, Alberta Canada, T6G 2M7
BEARTRACKS
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Bear Tracks is your personal online student services centre. After you apply, use Bear Tracks to monitor your application status, view your “To Do List,” confirm which documents are outstanding and the due dates, and view Comments and Admission Decisions. See https://www.beartracks.ualberta.ca
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APPlIcANTS wITh DOcuMENTS wrITTEN IN A FOrEIGN lANGuAGE
If your documents are written in a language other than English or French, you must provide a notarized English translation with the original documents. For details on international admissions, visit www.registrar.ualberta.ca/international.
ABOrIGINAl APPlIcANTS
The University of Alberta honours the Indigenous worldview of education by respecting and supporting the voices and spirit of First Nations, Métis and Inuit students. Aboriginal students are encouraged to declare their Aboriginal status when completing their application for admission. Declaring your Aboriginal ancestry allows the U of A to better understand and support its diverse student population. For more information see §14.1 of the U of A Calendar at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/calendar. If you have any questions regarding admissions, programs, funding, or services please e-mail us at [email protected]. We are here to help you succeed!
TrANSITION YEAr PrOGrAM (TYP)
The Transition Year Program is designed to provide additional postsecondary opportunities for Aboriginal students who may not meet the general entrance requirements at the U of A. It is not an upgrading program, but a customized cohort program in which students are enrolled full-time in three to four courses per term. TYP includes many supports and services, including tutors, study skills workshops, and academic advising to help students succeed in the transition into university. For more information, visit the Aboriginal Student Services Centre (ASSC) online at www.ualberta.ca/aboriginalservices.
NONMATrIculATED APPlIcANTS
If you are 21 or older and do not meet the admission criteria through our regular admission requirements, you may still be admissible as a nonmatriculated (mature) applicant. For complete details on how to be considered as a nonmatriculated applicant, visit our website at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/nma.
INTErNATIONAl BAccAlAurEATE/ADvANcED PlAcEMENT APPlIcANTS
We recognize students that tackle the academic rigors of the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced Placement (AP) programs in a number of ways—from early final admission based on predicted IB diploma scores, to transfer credit and advanced placement based on final AP and IB results. We also offer specialized scholarships and advising for IB and AP students. For complete details look for our IB and AP booklets in your high school counselling office or visit: www.registrar.ualberta.ca/iB www.registrar.ualberta.ca/AP
In addition to your high-school transcripts, if you have completed any IB or AP exams we require your official International Baccalaureate (IB) transcript; request at www.ibo.org/iba/transcripts or Advanced Placement (AP) transcript; request at www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/ap/exgrd.html. We recommend speaking with your AP or IB co-ordinator at your high school if you have questions.
EArlY ADMISSION
We offer early admission to many of our programs, providing your grades meet or exceed the competitive average. The advantage of early admission is that you will be eligible to register in courses earlier than if you wait until your final grades are available.
Students offered early admission must meet all conditions outlined in their admission letter in order to have their final admission confirmed.
FINAl ADMISSION
Official and final transcripts are required and must be issued and sent by the appropriate authority as indicated below. As document deadlines and requirements vary by program, be sure to check Bear Tracks for your “To Do List” and document deadline(s).
ApplyAlberta
ApplyAlberta is a new web-based application and transcript system that undergraduate applicants use to apply to Alberta public postsecondary institutions. Through this service applicants also authorize institution(s) to request the transfer of high-school transcripts from Alberta Education and postsecondary transcripts from participating institutions. There is no charge for this service. See www.registrar.ualberta.ca/applyalberta for more information.
Applicants are responsible for obtaining transcripts from non-participating Alberta institutions and out-of-province institutions as well as institutions outside of Canada.
U of A applicants must refer to Bear Tracks to verify what transcripts they are responsible for obtaining and what ones the U of A will request on the applicant’s behalf.
hIGh-SchOOl APPlIcANTS
Your official and final transcripts and other required documents must be received by August 1. Depending on the province where you finished high school, your transcripts are considered official and final when we receive them directly from:
AB: Alberta Education. The U of A will request this transcript on your behalf. Refer to your “To Do List” in Bear Tracks to verify.
BC: B.C. Ministry of Education
nT, YK, and nu: Department of Education
SK: Saskatchewan Learning
mB: your high school, including a stamp and official signature
On: your high school, including a stamp and official signature
QC: your secondary institution (i.e., CEGEP)
nB, nS, PEi: your high school, including a stamp and official signature
nL: Department of Education
POSTSEcONDArY TrANSFEr APPlIcANTS
Two copies of your official and final postsecondary transcripts, and any other required documents, must be sent directly from the issuing authority and received by the U of A by June 15 (for most programs). Refer to your “To Do List” in Bear Tracks to verify which transcripts you are responsible for requesting and which the U of A will request on your behalf through ApplyAlberta.
The application process is the first step towards your university education. Documents, deadlines and paperwork can be a challenge to figure out, as well as what you have to do and when you have to do it by! Take some time to carefully read the admission requirements section of this viewbook to ensure that you are familiar with everything that needs to be done. Just remember: the earlier we receive your required items, the sooner we will be able to consider you for admission.
www.registrar.ualberta.ca/admissions
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We want you to succeed and our admissions policy ensures that all students, regardless of citizenship or country of origin, have the necessary language skills to understand, participate, write and learn in our classes.
ENGlISh lANGuAGE PrOFIcIENcY
The primary language of instruction at the U of A is English, with the exception of Campus Saint-Jean (French). Your overall language proficiency is sufficient if you have three or more years of full-time education in English, normally including the Grade 12 year or higher, in a Canadian school (or an approved school outside of Canada with accepted English proficiency). If you do not present these years of English education, you may be able to meet this requirement in other ways. For details, go to www.registrar.ualberta.ca/elp.
SPOkEN ENGlISh lANGuAGE PrOFIcIENcY
If you are entering the teaching and health-sciences disciplines, you must have strong spoken English skills in order to work successfully with students and patients. Spoken English proficiency must be demonstrated and is normally met with six years of full-time education in English in Canada.
For complete details on language proficiency requirements, please see §13.3 of our online Calendar at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/calendar.
FrENch lANGuAGE PrOFIcIENcY
The primary language of instruction at Campus Saint-Jean is French; therefore, you will need to demonstrate written and spoken proficiency in the French language prior to admission (rather than English language proficiency). See §183.1.2 of our online Calendar at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/calendar for further details.
APPlIcATION DEADlINES
Fall/Winter Terms (September entry)Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences ....................................... May 1Arts
BA (Criminology) ................................................................................................. March 1All other programs .................................................................................................. May 1
Augustana .............................................................................................................. May 1Business ..............................................................................................................March 1Education
BEd and BEd After Degree ...................................................................................March 1BEd (Adult Education Route) .......................................................... (contact department)Diploma in Education............................................................................................. June 1
Engineering ............................................................................................................ May 1Law ..................................................................................................................November 1medicine and Dentistry
BSc (Dental Hygiene Specialization) Post Diploma Degree Completion ...................................................................November 1Dental Hygiene Diploma .................................................................................November 1Dentistry ........................................................................................................November 1Medical Laboratory Science..................................................................................March 1Medicine ........................................................................................................November 1
native Studies ...................................................................................................... May 1nursing .............................................................................................................February 1Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences .................................................March 1Physical Education and Recreation .............................................................. May 1Campus Saint-Jean
Bilingual BCom and BEd (Elementary, Secondary) ............................................. March 1BSc Nursing (Bilingual) apply to Faculty of Nursing ....................................... February 1All other programs .................................................................................................. May 1
Science ................................................................................................................... May 1Open Studies ................................................................................................. August 31
Winter Term (January entry), Spring/Summer Terms (May entry) and Summer Term (July entry) Refer to U of A Calendar for deadlines
DOcuMENT DEADlINES
Fall/Winter Terms (September entry) The document deadlines for most U of A programs are:High school applicants ................................................................................. August 1Postsecondary/transfer applicants .............................................................. June 15
The following programs have different deadlines or require additional documentation:
ArtsBA (Criminology)—references, resumé and written statement........................... March 1 —transcripts and interview......................................................... June 1BFA (Art and Design) and BDesign—portfolio submission ..................................... May 1BFA (Drama) in Acting—audition application ............................................... January 11BFA (Drama) in Design—portfolio submission ...................................................... April 1BFA (Technical Theatre)—letter of intent, references,
interview and resumé ....................................................................................... April 1BMus and BMus/BEd—audition application, theory placement test ...................... May 1
AugustanaAll Applicants—residency application............................................................... August 1BA (Music Major or Minor)—questionnaire.......................................................... April 15BSc and Bmgt (Music Minor)—questionnaire ..................................................... April 15BMus—audition .................................................................................................. April 15
Education (Diploma)—all documents .............................................................. June 1Law—all documents .........................................................................................February 1medicine and Dentistry
Dentistry—Dental Aptitude Test (DAT)............................................................ January 15Dentistry and Diploma in Dental Hygiene, all previously completed course work and
course registration of current year ............................................................November 1 —Fall term final grades and Winter Term registration of current year ...... February 1
Medical Laboratory Science—letter of intent ......................................................... May 1Medicine—Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT), interview and letters of reference,
all previously completed course work and course registration of current year ...........................................................November 1
—Fall Term final grades and Winter Term registration of current year ...... February 1Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences—letter of intent......................March 1Open Studies Consult U of A Calendar §12.7
Winter Term (January entry), Spring/Summer Terms (May entry) and Summer Term (July entry) Refer to U of A Calendar for deadlines
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Admission requirements for both direct entry and preprofessional programs are listed in Charts 1 and 3.
As requirements may change, it is recommended that you check our website at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/admissions for the most up-to-date information on program and admission requirements.
The Grade 12 subjects listed are based on the Alberta Education curriculum and nomenclature. Prospective students from other provinces and territories should refer to the Out-of-Province Grade 12 Course Equivalencies Chart on pages 58 and 59 for subject equivalencies.
While you can enter into the first year of most programs directly from high school, other programs require you to complete preprofessional study before you can be admitted. In some programs students must have one or more years of study at the university-level or even an entire degree before they can apply. For example, Business, Education, Law and Medicine require preprofessional study.
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3 See additional requirements listed in the Notes section of the Faculty of Arts Admission requirements on page 51.
Five Subjects chosen
1st Subject Andrea begins by filling in English Language Arts 30-1 for her first subject.
2nd Subject Andrea chooses Social Studies 30-1 for her second subject.
3rd Subject Andrea chooses a Fine Arts course for her third subject.
4th Subject Andrea knows that Pure Mathematics 30* will keep her options open.
5th Subject Andrea decides to use Biology 30 as her fifth subject.
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Andrea is interested in becoming a high school english teacher. She knows that she needs 1 year of preprofessional study before she continues into the Faculty of Education. She wants to know what classes she needs to take in Grade 12 to give her the five necessary subject requirements for the Faculty of Arts.
Bachelor of Arts
1 English Language Arts 30-1
2 Four subjects from: Biology 30; Chemistry 30; a Fine Arts Course (only one Fine Arts course may be presented for admission); Pure Mathematics 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30; Computer Science Advanced Level CTS (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level language other than English. Note: In order to maximize their future program and course choices, all students are encouraged to present a broad range of courses across the Humanities and Sciences.
Pure Mathemat ics 30
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(1) Any one French 30, French 30 (3 year or 9 year), French 31A, 31B, 31C; French Language Arts 20, 30, 30-1, 30-2; Français 20, 30, 30-1, 30-2 will meet a 30-level Language other than English requirement for admission purposes. In the case of French Language Arts 30, 30-1, Français 30, 30-1, and French 31A, 31B or 31C, advanced placement may be granted upon application. Applicants to Campus Saint-Jean must present one of French 30, French 30 (9 year), French 31A, 31B, 31C; French Language Arts 30, 30-1, 30-2; Français 30, 30-1, 30-2, to meet the French requirement for admission purposes. French 30 (3 year) may be used for admission based on a successful French language placement test. Contact Campus Saint-Jean for more information.
(2) Blackfoot Language and Culture 30, Cree Language and Culture 30, Chinese Language and Culture 30, German Language Arts 30, German 31, German Language and Culture 30, Italian Language and Culture 30, Japanese Language and Culture 30, Latin 30, Spanish Language and Culture 30, Ukrainian Language Arts 20, Ukrainian Language Arts 30, Ukrainian Language and Culture 30, meet the Language other than English requirement. There are other 35-level, locally developed languages which may also be used to meet the Language other than English requirement; however, applicants presenting one of these may be required to complete a proficiency test administered by the university before the course will be accepted for admission purposes.
(3) Applicants wishing to present a language other than one of those presented at the Grade 12 level in Alberta should contact the Admissions Division, Office of the Registrar and Student Awards.
(4) Equivalents of Music 30: Conservatory Canada, Grade 8 Practical and Grade IV Theory; Royal Conservatory of Music of Toronto, Grade 8 Practical, Grade II Theory; Mount Royal College, Grade 8 Practical and Grade II Theory. Documents must be presented to Alberta Education for evaluation.
The following are Humanities/Social Sciences, Fine Arts and mathematics/Sciences courses that may be used for admission requirements:
Direct Entrance Programs from High School
GrADE 12 cOurSEShumanities/Social Sciences1 Social Studies 30-1
2 30-level Language other than English
3 Additional 30-level Language other than English
4 Aboriginal Studies 30 (cannot be used for admission with Social Studies 30-1)
(See Notes 1, 2, and 3)
Fine Arts1 Applied Graphic Arts 35
2 Art 30
3 Art 31
4 Communication Technology Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)
5 Dance 35
6 Drama 30
7 Music 30 (Choral, Instrumental or General (5 credits)
8 Music 35
9 Musical Theatre 35
10 Performing Arts 35 A, B, or C
Additional 35-level Fine Arts courses may be considered.(See Note 4)
Mathematics/Sciences1 Biology 30
2 Chemistry 30
3 Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1
4 Mathematics 31
5 Physics 30
6 Science 30
7 Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)
Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply based on area of study.
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Faculty of Agricultural, life and Environmental Sciences requirements (5 courses total)Bachelor of Science in AgricultureBachelor of Science in Animal health Bachelor of Science in Environmental and conservation SciencesBachelor of Science in ForestryBachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science (Nutrition and Food Major and Food Science and Technology Major)Students may use the BSc in Animal Health program route to apply to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine programs at the University of Saskatchewan and the University of Calgary. While Physics 30 is not a requirement for admission to the Animal Health program, it is a prerequisite for courses required for the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program at the University of Saskatchewan. Therefore Physics 30 is strongly recommended.
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30; Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject; Macroeconomics 30 and Microeconomics 30; a minimum of five credits in Career and Technology Studies at the Advanced level from one of the following: Agriculture, Community Health, Computer Science (CSE), Foods, Forestry or Wildlife
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science (Nutrition Major) Bachelor of Science in Agricultural/Food Business Management Bachelor of Science in Forest Business Management
No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Bachelor of Science in Environmental and conservation Sciences/Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies combined
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Aboriginal Studies 30; Social Studies 30-1 (recommended); Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject; Macroeconomics 30 and Microeconomics 30; a minimum of five credits in Career and Technology Studies at the Advanced level from one of the following: Agriculture, Community Health, Computer Science (CSE), Foods, Forestry or Wildlife
Bachelor of Science in Environmental and conservation Sciences (Bilingual) (taught in English and French)
Students apply to Campus Saint-Jean.
Bachelor of Science in human EcologyBachelor of Science in human Ecology/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) combined1. Chemistry 30 is required for Textile Science minor. Chemistry 30 and Biology 30 are required for
Community Nutrition minor, Chemistry 30 or Biology 30 do not have to be included in the five 30-level subjects used for admission, however some courses taken within these minors require Chemistry 30 and Biology 30 as prerequisites.
2. 5 credits in Advanced CTS Fashion Studies is recommended for Textiles and Clothing majors. 3. 5 credits in Advanced CTS Fashion Studies or Foods is recommended for the Combined program.
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Pure Mathematics 30*
3 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Physics 304 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30;
Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30;
Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject; a minimum of five credits in Career and Technology Studies at the Advanced level from the following: Community Health, Cosmetology, Computer Science (CSE), Design Studies, Fashion Studies or Foods
Spoken English language Proficiency is required for the Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Combined program.
Bachelor of Arts in Environmental StudiesThis program is offered jointly by the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences and the Faculty of Arts. Students can apply for admission to either Faculty.
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Pure Mathematics 30*3 Biology 30
4 choose one of Social Studies 30-1 (recommended); 30-level Language other than English 5 choose one of Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30; Computer
Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30 level Language other than English
Pre-veterinary Medicine
The Pre-Veterinary Medicine program is a major within the BSc in Agriculture program at the University of Alberta that prepares students for application to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine programs at the University of Calgary or the University of Saskatchewan. The Pre-Veterinary Medicine requirements can also be met through the BSc Animal Health program.
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Physics 305 Pure Mathematics 30*
Faculty of Arts requirements (5 courses total)Bachelor of ArtsBachelor of Arts in Drama/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) combined1. In order to maximize their future program and course choices, all students are encouraged to present
a broad range of subjects across the Humanities and Sciences.2. For a major in Economics students must take Pure Mathematics 30* and presentation of
Mathematics 31 is recommended. Pure Mathematics 30* does not have to be included as one of the five 30-level subjects used for admission, but the major requires courses for which Pure Mathematics 30* is a prerequisite.
3. For a major in Mathematics students must present both Pure Mathematics 30* and Mathematics 31. For a minor in Mathematics students should present Pure Mathematics 30*. Pure Mathematics 30* and Mathematics 31 do not have to be included in the five 30-level subjects used for admission, but the discipline requires courses for which Pure Mathematics 30* and Mathematics 31 are prerequisites.
4. For a major in Political Science students should present Social Studies 30-1. 5. For a major or minor in Psychology students should present Pure Mathematics 30*. 6. Students intending to transfer to the School of Business must present Pure Mathematics 30*. Some
of the courses required for admission to the School of Business require Pure Mathematics 30* as a prerequisite.
7. Students intending to transfer to the Faculty of Education, particularly to Elementary Education, should present Pure Mathematics 30* and a 30-level Science subject.
8. The Faculty of Arts accepts proficiency in an Aboriginal language recognized in Canada (e.g., Cree, Slavey, etc.) to meet a Language other than English admission requirement. Proficiency is measured either by a test, administered by the University if such can be arranged, or by boards of examiners appointed by the University. Candidates having passed the required test of an Aboriginal language have their averages calculated on the remaining four matriculation subjects.
1 English Language Arts 30-1 2 3 4 5 choose four of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; a Fine Arts Subject (only one Fine Arts subject may be presented for admission); Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure Mathematics 30**; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level language other than English
Spoken English language Proficiency is required for the Bachelor of Arts in Drama/Bachelor of Education Secondary Combined program.
Bachelor of Arts (honours)Bachelor of Arts in criminology
No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
GrADE 12 cOurSEShumanities/Social Sciences1 Social Studies 30-1
2 30-level Language other than English
3 Additional 30-level Language other than English
4 Aboriginal Studies 30 (cannot be used for admission with Social Studies 30-1)
(See Notes 1, 2, and 3)
Fine Arts1 Applied Graphic Arts 35
2 Art 30
3 Art 31
4 Communication Technology Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)
5 Dance 35
6 Drama 30
7 Music 30 (Choral, Instrumental or General (5 credits)
8 Music 35
9 Musical Theatre 35
10 Performing Arts 35 A, B, or C
Additional 35-level Fine Arts courses may be considered.(See Note 4)
Mathematics/Sciences1 Biology 30
2 Chemistry 30
3 Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1
4 Mathematics 31
5 Physics 30
6 Science 30
7 Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)
www.registrar.ualberta.ca/admissions
Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply
based on area of study.
Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply based on area of study.
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Faculty of Arts (cont’d) requirements (5 courses total)Bachelor of Arts in Environmental StudiesThis program is offered jointly by the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences and the Faculty of Arts. Students can apply for admission to either Faculty.
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Pure Mathematics 30*3 Biology 30
4 choose one of Social Studies 30-1 (recommended); 30-level Language other than English 5 choose one of Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30; Computer
Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30 level Language other than English
Bachelor of Design (Business/Marketing; General; Printmaking; Social Sciences routes)Bachelor of Fine Arts (Art and Design)Pure Mathematics 30* is a prerequisite for certain courses in the BDesign Social Sciences route with a concentration in Psychology.
1 English Language Arts 30-11
2 3 4 5 choose four of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Science 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure Mathematics 30**; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject (only one Fine Arts Subject may be presented for admission)Plus a successful portfolio. Submit portfolio to Department of Art and Design by May 1. Assessment may include an interview. Enquiries regarding the portfolio requirement can be directed to [email protected] or 780.492.5712.
Bachelor of Design (computing Science; Engineering routes)For applicants intending to enter the Bachelor of Design Engineering route, Mathematics 31 and Physics 30 are recommended.
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Pure Mathematics 30*
3 4 5 choose three of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Science 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject (only one Fine Arts Subject may be presented for admission)Plus a successful portfolio. Submit portfolio to Department of Art and Design by May 1. Assessment may include an interview. Enquiries regarding the portfolio requirement can be directed to [email protected] or 780.492.5712.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama (Acting route) No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama (Design; Technical Theatre routes)Before applying, contact the Department of Drama, 3-146 Fine Arts Centre, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2C9. Telephone 780.492.2271 E-mail [email protected].
Early application beginning February 1 is encouraged.
1 English Language Arts 30-1 2 3 4 5 choose four of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Pure Mathematics 30**; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; Science 30; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject (only one Fine Arts subject can be presented for admission)Plus for BFA (Drama) in Design: portfolio, completion of an assigned design project, three referencesPlus for BFA (Drama) in Technical Theatre: letter of intent, resumé, three letters of references, interview
Bachelor of Music (General; School Music routes)Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education (Elementary; Secondary combinedDepending on the student’s choice of minor in the BEd portion of the Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education, Pure Mathematics 30* may be required as a prerequisite for required courses.
Applicants are encouraged to apply for admission as early as January 1.
1 English Language Arts 30-1 2 3 4 5 choose four of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Science 30; Physics 30; Pure Mathematics 30**; Mathematics 31; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; a second 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject (only one Fine Arts Subject may be presented for admission)Plus Theory Placement Exam, Aural Skills test and an Audition. Contact the Department of Music at [email protected] or 780.492.3263 before May 1.
Spoken English language Proficiency is required for the Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Combined program.
Bachelor of Music (Performance; composition and Theory; Music history; world Music routes)
No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Augustana campus requirements (5 courses total)Augustana Campus, located in Camrose, Alberta, has a residential policy that requires all students under the age of 21 to live in residence in Camrose for their first year unless an approved exception has been granted. Information on this policy can be found at: www.augustana.ca/student_life/reslife. See also §§12.7 and 54.2 of the online U of A Calendar www.registrar.ualberta.ca/calendar.
Bachelor of Arts 1 English Language Arts 30-1 2 3 4 choose three of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure Mathematics 30**; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English (See additional requirements below for specific majors and minors) 5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure
Mathematics 30**; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts subject; Physical Education 30; Aboriginal Studies 30; or other approved 30-level subject. A maximum of two 30-level Language other than English subjects may be presented for admission. For other approved 30-level subjects contact Augustana Campus Prospective Student Office at www.augustana.ca/admissions/ or 1.800.661.8714.Plus Additional requirements by Major:Biology: Biology 30 and Chemistry 30 are required.chemistry: Chemistry 30 and Pure Mathematics 30* are required.computing Science and Economics: Pure Mathematics 30* is required.Environmental Studies: Biology 30 and Pure Mathematics 30* are required.Mathematics and Physics: Pure Mathematics 30* and Physics 30 are required.Modern languages: French 30 and German 30 are recommended.Psychology: Pure Mathematics 30* is required. For a Major or minor in Music, completion of a music questionaire is required. Contact Augustana Campus, Department of Music at 780.679.1503.
Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply based on area of study.
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Augustana campus (cont’d) requirements (5 courses total)Bachelor of Management in Business Economics 1 English Language Arts 30-1
2 Pure Mathematics 30*3 4 choose two of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30;
Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30;
Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts subject; Physical Education 30; Aboriginal Studies 30; or other approved 30-level subject For other approved 30-level subjects contact Augustana Campus Prospective Student Office at www.augustana.ca/admissions/ or 1.800.661.8714.For a minor in Music, completion of a music questionaire is required. Contact Augustana Campus, Department of Music at 780.679.1503.
Bachelor of Music 1 English Language Arts 30-1 2 3 4 choose three of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure Mathematics 30**; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure
Mathematics 30**; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts subject; Physical Education 30; Aboriginal Studies 30; or other approved 30-level subject. A maximum of two 30-level Language other than English subjects may be presented for admission. For other approved 30-level subjects contact Augustana Campus Prospective Student Office at www.augustana.ca/admissions/ or 1.800.661.8714.Plus an audition. Contact Augustana Campus, Department of Music at 780.679.1503 by April 15 for Fall term.
Bachelor of Science†† For a major in Physical Education, one subject from the following: Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1 (30-level Language other than English may be presented in lieu of Pure Mathematics 30*).
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Pure Mathematics 30* ††
3 4 choose two of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits). (For a major in computing Science, Social Studies 30-1 or a 30-level Language other than English may be presented in lieu of a second 30-level Science subject).5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30;
Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts subject; Physical Education 30; Aboriginal Studies 30; or other approved 30-level subject For other approved 30-level subjects contact Augustana Campus Prospective Student Office at www.augustana.ca/admissions/ or 1.800.661.8714.Plus Additional requirements by Major:Biology: Biology 30 and Chemistry 30 are required.chemistry: Chemistry 30 is required.Environmental Science: Biology 30 and Chemistry 30 are required.Mathematics and Physics: Physics 30 is required.For a minor in Music, completion of a music questionaire is required. Contact Augustana Campus, Department of Music at 780.679.1503.
School of BusinessBachelor of commerceBachelor of commerce (Bilingual) (taught in English and French)
No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Bachelor of commerce (honours) Students apply after 2 years Bachelor of Commerce.
Faculty of EducationBachelor of Education (Elementary, Secondary and Adult Education routes)
No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education combined Students enter through the Faculty of Arts.
Bachelor of Arts in Drama/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) combined Students enter through the Faculty of Arts.
Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies/Bachelor of Education combined Students enter through the Faculty of Native Studies.
Bachelor of Physical Education/Bachelor of Education combined (Elementary and Secondary routes)
Students enter through the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation.
Bachelor of Science (Specialization in Science and Education)/ Bachelor of Education (Secondary) combined
Students enter through the Faculty of Science.
Bachelor of Science in human Ecology/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) combined
Students enter through the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences.
Faculty of Engineering requirements (5 courses total)Bachelor of Science in Engineering 1 English Language Arts 30-1
2 Chemistry 303 Mathematics 314 Physics 305 Pure Mathematics 30*
Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply based on area of study.
Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply
based on area of study.
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Faculty of lawBachelor of laws No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Faculty of Medicine and DentistryFor all programs Spoken English language Proficiency is required.
Applicants to the Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Dental Surgery and Dental Hygiene Diploma programs must use the online application.
Dental hygiene (Diploma)Bachelor of Science (Dental hygiene Specialization)Bachelor of Science (Dental hygiene Specialization) Post Diploma Degree completionDoctor of Dental SurgeryBachelor of Science in Medical laboratory SciencePost-professional certificate BSc in Medical laboratory ScienceDoctor of Medicine
No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Faculty of Native Studies requirements (5 courses total)Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies1. In order to maximize their future program and course choices, all students are encouraged to present
a broad range of subjects across the Humanities and Sciences.2. Students who wish to present a native language to fulfil the 30-level Language other than English
requirement should contact the Faculty of Native Studies at 780.492.2991 or [email protected]. For a minor in Political Science students should present Social Studies 30-1.4. For a minor in Psychology students should present Pure Mathematics 30*.5. For a minor in Economics students should present Pure Mathematics 30*. Mathematics 31 is
recommended. Pure Mathematics 30* does not have to be included as one of the five 30-level courses for admission, but the minor requires courses for which Pure Mathematics 30* is a prerequisite.
6. For a minor in Mathematics students should present Pure Mathematics 30*. Mathematics 31 is recommended. Pure Mathematics 30* and Mathematics 31 do not have to be included in the five 30-level courses used for admission, but the discipline requires courses for which Pure Mathematics 30* and Mathematics 31 are required.
7. Students intending to declare a Business minor should present Pure Mathematics 30*. Pure Mathematics 30* does not have to be included as one of the five 30-level courses for admission, but some of the courses required for admission to the Faculty of Business require Pure Mathematics 30* as a prerequisite.
1 English Language Arts 30-1 2 3 4 5 choose four of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure Mathematics 30**; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject (only one Fine Arts Subject may be presented for admission)
Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies/Bachelor of Education combined1. In order to maximize their future program and course choices, all students are encouraged to present
a broad range of subjects across the Humanities and Sciences.2. Pure Mathematics 30* is recommended for all students, particularly those wishing to pursue
Elementary Education.
1 English Language Arts 30-1 2 3 4 5 choose four of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure Mathematics 30**; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject (only one Fine Arts Subject may be presented for admission)
Spoken English language Proficiency is required.
Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies (honours) No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Bachelor of Science in Environmental and conservation Sciences/ Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies combined
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Social Studies 30-1 (recommended); Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject; Aboriginal Studies 30; Macroeconomics 30 and Microeconomics 30; a minimum of five credits in Career and Technology subjects at the Advanced level from one of the following strands: Agriculture, Community Health, Computer Science (CSE), Foods, Forestry or Wildlife
Faculty of Nursing requirements (5 courses total)For all programs Spoken English language Proficiency is required.
Bachelor of Science In Nursing (collaborative)Record of immunization, CPR certification, Standard First Aid Certificate, and medical examination, including Bloodborne Pathogen testing, will be required from accepted applicants.
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 30
3 choose one of Chemistry 30 or Science 304 choose one of Mathematics 31 or Pure Mathematics 30*5 choose one of Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure Mathematics 30**;
Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (honours) No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing—After Degree Students apply after a previous degree. See Chart 3 for details.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Bilingual) (taught in English and French)1. Written and spoken proficiency in French required before admission. Applicants must demonstrate
their proficiency by successfully completing one of the following courses: Francais 30, 30-1 or 30-2, French Language Arts 30, 30-1, 30-2, French 30, French 30 (9 year), French 31 AND by passing Campus Saint-Jean’s French Language Placement Test at the FRANC 221 level or higher.
2. Record of immunization, CPR certification, Standard First Aid Certificate, and medical examination, including Bloodborne Pathogen testing, will be required from accepted applicants.
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology/Biologie 30
3 choose one of French 30, French 30 (9-year), French 31, Français 30-1, Français 30-2, French Language Arts 30-1, French Language Arts 30-24 choose one of Chemistry/Chimie 30 or Science 305 choose one of Pure Mathematics/Mathématique Pure 30* or Mathematics 31
French 30 (3-year) may be used for admission based on a successful French language test administered by Campus Saint-Jean.
Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical SciencesBachelor of Science in Pharmacy No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply based on area of study.
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1 English Language Arts 30-1 Grade of at least 60%.†
2 choose one of Biology 30 (recommended); Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure Mathematics 30**; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English (only one language other than English will be accepted)3 choose one of Social Studies 30-1 (recommended); 30-level Language other than
English; Fine Arts Subject4 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30;
Pure Mathematics 30**; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30;
Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Physical Education 30 (5 credit), or approved 35-level equivalent (5 credit) including Exercise Science 35, Sports Medicine 35, or Sport Performance 35
Bachelor of Physical EducationBachelor of Physical Education/Bachelor of Education combined (Elementary and Secondary routes)† High school students who present a grade in English Language Arts 30-1 (or equivalent) below 60%, and possess a competitive admission average, may be admitted on probation.
Students in the BPE/BEd Elementary Combined program must present Pure Mathematics 30*. Pure Mathematics 30* does not have to be included as one of the five 30-level courses for admission, but the program does require courses for which Pure Mathematics 30* is a prerequisite.
1 English Language Arts 30-1 Grade of at least 60%.†
2 3 choose two of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure Mathematics 30**; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English (only one language other than English will be accepted)4 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure
Mathematics 30**; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure
Mathematics 30**; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Fine Arts Subject; Physical Education 30 (5 credit), or approved 35-level equivalent (5 credit) including Exercise Science 35, Sports Medicine 35, or Sport Performance 35
Spoken English language Proficiency is required for the Bachelor of Physical Education/Bachelor of Education (Elementary or Secondary) Combined program.
Bachelor of Science in kinesiology† High school students who present a grade in English Language Arts 30-1 (or equivalent) below 60%, and possess a competitive admission average, may be admitted on probation.
1 English Language Arts 30-1 Grade of at least 60%.†
2 Chemistry 303 Physics 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Biology 30 or Physical Education 30 (5 credit), [or approved 35-level equivalent (5 credit)] including Exercise Science 35, Sports Medicine 35, or Sport Performance 35
Exceptional Student Athlete: Applicants with demonstrated excellent athletic ability who have applied significant time in the pursuit of sport and athletic excellence may wish to apply to the above programs as Exceptional Student Athlete applicants. Consult §15.13.7 of the U of A Calendar or contact the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation.
campus Saint-jean requirements (5 courses total)For all programs French language Proficiency is required. See §183 of the online U of A Calendar (www.registrar.ualberta.ca/calendar).
Bachelor of Arts (taught in French)1. In order to maximize their future program and course choices, all students are encouraged to present
a broad range of subjects across the Humanities and Sciences.2. If the student is admitted with French as a second language (French 30 or equivalent) the other
30-level language must be the school’s language of instruction. For example: a student residing in Alberta and attending a school where the language of instruction is English must complete English Language Arts 30-1; a student residing in Mexico and attending a school where the language of instruction is Spanish must complete the final Spanish language course.
3. For a major in Political Science students should present Social Studies 30-1.4. For a major or minor in Psychology students should present Pure Mathematics 30*.5. For a major in Economics students must take Pure Mathematics 30* and presentation of
Mathematics 31 is recommended. Pure Mathematics 30* does not have to be included as one of the five 30-level subjects for admission, but the major requires courses for which Pure Mathematics 30* is a prerequisite.
6. For a major in Mathematics students must present both Pure Mathematics 30* and Mathematics 31. For a minor in Mathematics students should present Pure Mathematics 30*. Pure Mathematics 30* and Mathematics 31 do not have to be included in the five 30-level subjects used for admission, but the discipline requires courses for which Pure Mathematics 30* and Mathematics 31 are prerequisites.
7. Students intending to transfer to the Faculty of Education, particularly to Elementary Education, should present Pure Mathematics 30*.
8. Students intending to transfer to the School of Business must present Pure Mathematics 30*. Pure Mathematics 30* does not have to be included in the five 30-level subjects used for admission, but prerequisite courses required for admission to the Business program require Pure Mathematics 30*.
1 choose one of French 30, French 30 (9-year), French 31, Français 30-1, Français 30-2, French Language Arts 30-1, French Language Arts 30-22 choose any language other than French, 30-level (see note 2) 3 4 5 choose three of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; a Fine Arts Subject (only one Fine
Arts subject may be presented for admission); Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Pure Mathematics 30**; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; another 30-level language other than EnglishFrench 30 (3-year) may be used for admission based on a successful French Language Test.
Bachelor of Arts (honours) (taught in French)Bachelor of commerce (Bilingual) (taught in English and French)Bachelor of Education (taught in French)Bachelor of Education/Bachelor of Science combined (taught in French)
No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Bachelor of Education After Degree (taught in French) Students apply after a previous degree. See Chart 3 for details.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Bilingual) (taught in English and French) Students apply to the Faculty of Nursing.
Bachelor of Science (taught in French)If the student is admitted with French as a second language (French 30 or equivalent) the other language (level 30) must be the school’s language of instruction. For example: a student residing in Alberta and attending a school where the language of instruction is English must complete English Language Arts 30-1; a student residing in Mexico and attending a school where the language of instruction is Spanish must complete the final Spanish language course.
1 Pure Mathematics 30* 2 choose one of French 30, French 30 (9 year), French 31, Français 30-1, Français 30-2, French Language Arts 30-1, French Language Arts 30-23 choose one of English Language Arts 30-1 or English as a Second Language Level 30 4 5 choose two of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Computer
Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)French 30 (3-year) may be used for admission based on a successful French Language Test.
Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply based on area of study.
Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply
based on area of study.
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BSc General: offers a diversified education in more than one branch of study and includes a major and minor subject, or area, of concentration.
BSc Specialization: provides you with a focused education in one major field of study, while still offering room for electives. It requires a higher standard of academic achievement than those in a General program.
BSc Honours: focuses on one specific subject area and provides excellent training for those interested in research and graduate programs (although students may enter into graduate work from any of our programs). A higher standard of academic achievement than those in a General or Specialization program is required.
Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply based on area of study.
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campus Saint-jean (cont’d) requirements (5 courses total)Bachelor of Science in Environmental and conservation Sciences (Bilingual) (taught in English and French)Students apply to Campus Saint-Jean for years 1 and 2 then complete the final 2 years of the program at the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences.
1 Biology 302 Chemistry 303 Pure Mathematics 30*
4 choose one of English Language Arts 30-1 or English as a Second Language Level 305 choose one of French 30, French 30 (9 year), French 31, Français 30-1, Français 30-2,
French Language Arts 30-1, French Language Arts 30-2French 30 (3-year) may be used for admission based on a successful French Language Test.
Faculty of Science requirements (5 courses total)Depending on how concentrated in one subject area you wish to become within your BSc degree, you can follow the General, Specialization, or Honours program. you have the freedom to tailor your degree to suit your education and career goals.
Bachelor of Science (General) 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Pure Mathematics 30*
3 4 choose two of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30;
Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Bachelor of Science (General)—Business Minor No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Bachelor of Science (Specialization in Science and Education)/ Bachelor of Education (Secondary) combined
1 English Language Arts 30-1 Grade of at least 60%.
2 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Physics 30 (recommended); Science 30; Mathematics 31; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Spoken English language Proficiency is required for admission.
Bachelor of Science (honours) or Bachelor of Science (Specialization) in the following:
Applied Mathematics (honours only) 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Mathematics 313 Physics 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Astrophysics 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Physics 303 Pure Mathematics 30*
4 choose one of Mathematics 31 (recommended); Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Science 30; Computer Science
(CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Atmospheric Sciences 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Chemistry 303 Physics 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Biology 30; Mathematics 31; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Biochemistry 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Physics 305 Pure Mathematics 30*
Biological Sciences (must choose one of the following areas) Animal Biology; Bioinformatics; Ecology; Evolutionary Biology; Microbiology; Molecular Genetics; Physiology and Developmental Biology; Plant Biology
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Mathematics 31; Physics 30 (recommended); Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
cell Biology 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Mathematics 31; Physics 30 (recommended); Social Studies 30-1; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
chemistry 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Chemistry 303 Physics 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Mathematics 31 (recommended); Biology 30; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
computing Sciencecomputing Science—Software Practice (Specialization only)computing Science Specialization Stream in Bioinformatics
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Pure Mathematics 30*
3 4 choose two of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30;
Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
computing Science—Business Minor (Specialization only) No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
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Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply based on area of study.
Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply
based on area of study.
Faculty of Science (cont’d) requirements (5 courses total)Bachelor of Science (honours) or Bachelor of Science (Specialization) in the following (cont’d):
Environmental Earth Sciences 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Science 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Geology 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Chemistry 303 Pure Mathematics 30*
4 choose one of Biology 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)5 choose one of Biology 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30; Computer Science
(CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Geophysics 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Chemistry 303 Physics 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Mathematics 31 (recommended); Biology 30; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Immunology and Infection 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Physics 30 (recommended); Mathematics 31; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Mathematical Physics (honours only) 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Mathematics 313 Physics 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
MathematicsMathematics and EconomicsMathematics—computational Science (Specialization only)
1 English Language Arts 30-12 Mathematics 313 Pure Mathematics 30*
4 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Physics 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced
Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Physics 30; Science 30; Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Mathematics and Finance (Specialization only) No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Neuroscience (honours only) 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Physics 305 Pure Mathematics 30*
Paleontology 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Pure Mathematics 30*
5 choose one of Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Pharmacology 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Physics 305 Pure Mathematics 30*
Physics 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Physics 303 Pure Mathematics 30*
4 choose one of Mathematics 31 (recommended); Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)5 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Science 30; Computer
Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Physiology (honours only) 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Chemistry 304 Physics 305 Pure Mathematics 30*
Psychology (honours) No admission directly from high school. See Chart 3 for details.
Psychology (Specialization) 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Biology 303 Pure Mathematics 30*
4 choose one of Mathematics 31 (recommended); Chemistry 30; Physics 305 choose one of Chemistry 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30; Science 30; Computer
Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Statistics 1 English Language Arts 30-12 Pure Mathematics 30*
3 4 choose two of Mathematics 31 (recommended); Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Physics 305 choose one of Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Science 30; Mathematics 31; Physics 30;
Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level-Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits); Social Studies 30-1; 30-level Language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
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ENGlISh huMANITIES/SOcIAl ScIENcES FINE ArTS
AlBErTA/NwT ENGlISh lANGuAGE ArTS (ElA) 30-1 SOcIAl STuDIES 30-1 lANGuAGE OThEr
ThAN ENGlIShADDITIONAl huMANITIES
SuBjEcTS DrAMA 30ArT 30; ArT 31
Or cOMMErcIAl ArT 35
MuSIc 30 (chOrAl), MuSIc 30 (GEN), MuSIc 30 (INSTr)
ADDITIONAl FINE ArTS SuBjEcTS
NuNAvuT Aulajaaqtut 12, Inuktitut 12
BrITISh cOluMBIA/
YukON
One of English 12, English Literature 12 or English 12: First Peoples
History 12 12-level Language Comparative Civilizations 12, Geography 12, BC First Nations 12 orEnglish Literature 12
One of Drama 12, Acting 12, Theatre Production 12 or Theatre Performance 12
One of Art Foundations 12, Studio Arts 12, Visual Arts 12 or Studio Art Academy 12
One of Instrumental Music 12 or Choral Music 12 (Band, Choir,
Strings, Jazz, Vocal Jazz)
Dance 12
SASkATchEwAN ELA A301 and B30 One of Social Studies 30, History 30 or Études Sociales 30
30-level Language Native Studies 30 or Sciences Sociales Fransaskois 30
Drama 30 or Theatre 30
Arts Education 30 or Visual Arts 30
One of Choral 30, Band 30, Music 30 or Orchestra 30
Dance 30
MANITOBA Two ofELA: Literary Focus 40S1, ELA: Comprehensive Focus 40S or ELA: Transactional Focus 40S
Western Civilization 40S or World Issues 40S
40S-level Language World/Human Geography 40S Drama 40S Art 40G or Art 40S
Music 40S (Band, Choral,
Strings/Orchestra, Guitar, Vocal Jazz, Jazz Band)
ONTArIO One of English (ENG4U), English (EAE4U) or Studies in Literature (ETS4U)
Canada: History, Identity and Culture (CHI4U) or World History: The West and the World (CHy4U)
Any Native Language Level 4 or 5 (LNADO-LNODO or LNAEO-LNOEO), French (FSF4U), Extended French (FEF4U), French Immersion (FIF4U), Français (FRA4U) or Any International Language Level 4 (LBADU-LyXDU)
Canadian and World Issues (CGW4U), World Geography (CGU4U), Classical Civilizations (LVV4U), Native Studies: Aboriginal Governance (NDG4M), Native Studies: Issues of Indigenous Peoples in a Global Context (NDW4M), Economics (CIA4U), Philosophy (HZT4U), Politics (CPW4U), Canadian and International Law (CLN4U),Studies in Literature (ETS4U) or Writer’s Craft (EWC4U)
One ofDramatic Arts (ADG4M), Acting (ADG4M) or Production (ADD4M)
One ofVisual Arts (AVI4M), Illustration (AWK4M), Painting (AWN4M), Photography (AWq4M) or Applied Design (AWD4M)
One of Music (AMU4M), Repertoire (AMR4M), Strings (AMS4M), Guitar (AMG4M), Stage Band (AMH4M), Instrumental Band (AMI4M) or Vocal/Choral (AMV4M)
One of Dance (ATC4M) or Dance Performance (ATP4M)
QuéBEc Two courses numbered in the 603 series (English Literature)
Two courses numbered in the 330 series (History)
Two courses numbered in the 601 series (Français), 602 series (French as a Second Language) or 607 to 616 series (Other Languages)
Two courses numbered in the 320 series (Cultural Geography), 332 series (Ancient Civilizations), 340 or 345 series (Philosophy/Humanities) or 383 series (Economics)
Two courses numbered in the 560 series(Theatre)
Two courses numbered in the 510 (Visual Arts) or 520 series (Esthetics and History of Art)
Two courses numbered in the 550 series(Music)
NEwBruNSwIck
One of English 121, English 122 or Anglais 126B
One of History 121, History 122 or World Issues 120
One of French 121 or French 122, Latin 122, 126-level Language or French Immersion Language Arts 120
Geography 120 One of Drama 121, Drama 122 or Theatre Arts 120
One of Art 121, Art 122 or Visual Arts 120
Music 120 or Music 122
NOvAScOTIA
English 12 or English 12: African Heritage
Global History 12 12-level Language Global Geography 12 12-level Drama Art 12 Music 12 (Band, Strings, Vocals)
NEwFOuNDlANDAND lABrADOr
ELA 3201 World History 3201 3200-level Language World Geography 3202 Grade 12 Drama Art and Design 3200
Applied Music 3206
PrINcE EDwArDISlAND
English 611 or English 621
History 621 621-level Language Geography 621 Drama 621 Art 621 Music 621
1 For Francophone or French Immersion students who present ‘Français’ or ‘French Language Arts (FLA)’ courses for admission from Saskatchewan or Manitoba, one English Language Arts (ELA) will be accepted in lieu of ELA 30-1 as follows: Saskatchewan: ELA 30A, Manitoba: ELA Literary Focus 40S.
chArT 2 OUT-OF-PROVINCE GRADE 12 COURSE EqUIVALENCIES
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MAThEMATIcS/ScIENcES
PurE ScIENcES MAThEMATIcS cAlculuS cOMPuTEr ScIENcE ADDITIONAl MAThEMATIcS/ ScIENcES SuBjEcTS
AlBErTA/NwT BIOlOGY 30 chEMISTrY 30 PhYSIcS 30 PurE MAThEMATIcS 30(AlGEBrA)
MAThEMATIcS 31 (cAlculuS)
cOMPuTEr ScIENcE ADvANcED lEvEl cTS
(5 crEDITS)
ScIENcE 30,EXPErIENTIAl ScIENcE 30
NuNAvuT
BrITISh cOluMBIA/
YukON
Biology 12 Chemistry 12 Physics 12 Principles of Math 12 Calculus 12 or AP Calculus 12
ICT: Computer Programming 12
Geology 12 or AP Environmental Science 12
SASkATchEwAN Biology 30 Chemistry 30 Physics 30 Math B30 and Math C30 Calculus 30 Computer Science 30 *Math A30 or Geology 30*May not be presented together with Math B30/Math C30 and Calculus 30
MANITOBA Biology 40S Chemistry 40S Physics 40S Precal Math 40S Calculus 40S or Calculus 45S and Adv Math 45S
Computer Science 40S
ONTArIO Biology (SBI4U) Chemistry (SCH4U)
Physics (SPH4U) Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U)
Computer Studies (ICS4U)
Earth and Space Science (SES4U), Science (SNC4M) or *Math of Data Management (MDM4U)*May not be presented together with Advanced Functions (MHF4U) and Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U)
QuéBEc Two courses numbered in the 101 series (Biology)
Two courses numbered in the 202 series (Chemistry)
Two courses numbered in the 203 series (Physics)
Series 201 (Mathematics) or Calculus 1
Series 201 (Mathematics) or Calculus 1
Two courses numbered in the 320 series (Physical Geography)
NEwBruNSwIck
Biology 121 or Biology 122
Chemistry 121 or Chemistry 122
Physics 121 or Physics 122
Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120
AP Calculus Environmental Science 121, 122 or *Trigonometry and 3-Space 121 or 122 *May not be presented together with Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120 and AP Calculus
NOvAScOTIA
Biology 12 Chemistry 12 Physics 12 Precal Math 12 or Adv Math 12
Calculus 12 Statistics 12 or Geology 12 (A & B)
NEwFOuNDlAND AND lABrADOr
Biology 3201 Chemistry 3202 Physics 3204 Math 3204 or Math 3205
Math 3207 Earth Systems 3209 or *Math 3205*May not be presented together with Math 3204 and Math 3207
PrINcE EDwArDISlAND
Biology 611 or Biology 621
Chemistry 611 or Chemistry 621
Physics 621 Mathematics 621 (A or B) (Algebra)
Mathematics 611 (B) (Calculus)
60Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply based on area of study.
PROGRAmS REQuiRinG PREPROFESSiOnAL STuDYThe U of A offers a number of professional programs that do not allow direct entry from high school. These programs require specific postsecondary preparation known as preprofessional study. In many cases, the demand for these programs is competitive. This section includes information about:
◗ The length of time required in preprofessional study.◗ High-school (or equivalent) courses that are prerequisites to registering in the required preprofessional postsecondary courses.
◗ Required preprofessional courses in which you must register.
Check our website for changes to preprofessional requirements at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/admissions. For more information see the online U of A Calendar at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/calendar.
FAculTY OF AGrIculTurAl, lIFE AND ENvIrONMENTAl ScIENcES
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural/Food Business Management
Agricultural Business ManagementPreprofessional Study Time: 1 year. Normally Œ30 required with at least Œ24 transferable to the program.1. BIOL or CHEM (Œ3)2. ECON 101 and 102 (Œ6)3. Two of ENGL 121, 122, 123, 124 or 125
(recommended)(Œ6)4. Free Electives (Œ6)5. MATH 113 or 114 (Œ3)6. PL SC 221 (Œ3)7. STAT 151 (Œ3)
high School prerequisite courses: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Pure Mathematics 30*
Selection criteria: Minimum GPA of 2.3
Food Business ManagementPreprofessional Study Time: 1 year. Normally Œ30 required with at least Œ24 transferable to the program1. BIOL 107 or 108 (Œ3)2. CHEM 161 and 263 (Œ6)3. ECON 101 and 102 (Œ6)4. Two of ENGL 121, 122, 123, 124 or 125
(recommended)(Œ6)5. MATH 113 or 114 (Œ3)6. NU FS 100 (Œ3)7. STAT 151 (Œ3)
high School prerequisite courses: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Pure Mathematics 30*
Selection criteria: Minimum GPA of 2.3
Bachelor of Science in Environmental and conservation Sciences (Bilingual) (taught in English and French)
Students apply to Campus Saint-Jean. years 1 and 2 are taken at Campus Saint-Jean and the final 2 years of the program at the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences.
Bachelor of Science in Forest Business Management
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year. Normally Œ30 required with at least Œ24 transferable to the program.1. AREC 214 (Œ3)2. CHEM 101 or 164 (Œ3)3. ECON 101 and 102 (Œ6)4. ENGL (Œ3)5. MATH 113 or 114 (Œ3)6. REN R 110 and 120 (Œ6)7. PL SC 221 (Œ3)8 . STAT 151 (Œ3)
high School prerequisite courses: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Pure Mathematics 30*
Selection criteria: Minimum GPA of 2.3
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science (Nutrition Major)
Preprofessional Study Time:1 year. Normally in the BSc in Nutrition and Food Science program, Nutrition and Food major. Refer to Chart 1.A minimum of Œ24 to Œ53 transferable to the program1. BIOL 107 (Œ3)2. CHEM 101, 102, and 164 or 261 (Œ9)3. ENGL (Œ6)4. NUTR 100 (Œ3) and STATS 151 (Œ3) are recommended
Selection criteria:Minimum GPA of 3.0 in the last Œ24
Applicants who present Œ54 or more will be considered for admission to third year with a mimimum 3.0 GPA in the last Œ24 completed prior to application and the following:1. BIOCH 200 (Œ3)2. BIOL 107 (Œ3)3. CHEM 101, 102, 261 and 263 (Œ12)4. ENGL (Œ6)5. NUTR 100 (Œ3)6. PHySL 210 (Œ6)7. STAT 151 (Œ3)8. Œ3 from NU FS 223 (recommended as it is a requirement
of the major), PSyCO, or Social Sciences/Humanities
FAculTY OF ArTS
Bachelor of Arts in criminology
Preprofessional Study Time:Successful completion of Œ30 of the University of Alberta BA or its equivalent and a minimum GPA of 2.7 on the most recent Œ30.1. Junior ENGL (Œ6)2. PSyCO 104 and 105 (Œ6)3. SOC 100 (Œ3)4. Language other than English (Œ6)
Additional requirements: Two relevant letters of reference attesting to ability and personal suitability for employment in the criminal justice system, a resumé of personal data highlighting volunteer or work experience in the criminal justice system, a written statement of career objectives, and an interview.
Bachelor of Arts (honours)
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year. Minimum of Œ24 transferable required with a minimum AGPA of 3.0 and an average of 3.3 or better in all courses in the areas of concentration. Consult the U of A Calendar for fields of study and appropriate first-year course selection.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama (Acting route)
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year. Œ30 required, transferable to a Bachelor of Arts.1. ENGL (Œ6) or ENGL (Œ3) and WRS101 (Œ3)2. Humanities, Social Sciences and Fine Arts courses
recommended3. Maximum Œ12 in DRAMA4. Maximum Œ12 in non-Arts/non-Science courses
Additional requirements: Interview and audition.
Bachelor of Music (Performance; composition and Theory; Music history; world Music routes)
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year in Bachelor of Music (General) Œ24 transferable required. Based on recommendation of the Department and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.3 in all courses completed in the BMus program.
Additional requirements: Contact the Department of Music by April 1
SchOOl OF BuSINESS
Bachelor of commerce
Preprofessional Study Time: Œ24 required, transferable to the program. Minimum GPA of 2.3.1. Junior level English (Œ6) which includes any 100-level
ENGL (Œ3) and a maximum (Œ3) in WRS2. ECON 101 and 102 (Œ6)3. MATH 113 or 114 (Œ3) 4. STAT 151 (Œ3)Consult the U of A Calendar §64 about any other courses appropriate to your major.
Bachelor of commerce (honours)
Preprofessional Study Time: Normally after completion of year 2 of the Bachelor of Commerce program. Students must normally present a minimum GPA of 3.7 and a grade of A- or higher in ECON 101, 102, MATH 113 or 114 and STAT 151.
Bachelor of commerce (Bilingual)
See Campus Saint-Jean.
Note: Applicants who have not completed their preprofessional requirements at Campus Saint-Jean are required to complete the preprofessional requirements in French at a recognized institution.
Bachelor of commerce After Approved Previous Degree
See information for BCom (above). you may apply with the regular pool of BCom applicants. If admitted, you will need to successfully complete between Œ45 and Œ60 U of A courses in the BCom program, depending on transferability and appropriateness of your previous degree.
chArT 3 PREPROFESSIONAL REqUIREMENTS Œ = UNITS OF COURSE WEIGHT
612011-2012 ViewbookEffective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply based on area of study.
Selection criteria:Applicant profiles are made up of the following:1. Overall GPA achieved on all transferable postsecondary
work completed as a full-time student. For overall GPA calculation full-time study is equivalent to a minimum of Œ18 taken during Fall/Winter terms or Œ12 taken during Spring/Summer terms.
2. GPA achieved on preprofessional course requirements3. DAT scores4. Interview scoreIn order to be competitive, applicants should strive for a minimum GPA of 3.3 in their university studies. Students with a GPA of less than 3.0 will not be considered for admission.
Selection criteria Fall 2012 Applicants:Applicant profiles are made up of the following:1. Overall GPA achieved on all transferable postsecondary
work completed as a full-time student taken during Fall/Winter or Spring/Summer terms. For overall GPA calculation full-time study is equivalent to a minimum of Œ18 taken during Fall/Winter terms or Œ12 taken during Spring/Summer terms.
2. DAT scores3. Interview scoreIn order to be competitive, applicants should strive for a minimum GPA of 3.5 in their university studies. Students with a GPA of less than 3.0 will not be considered for admission.
Bachelor of Science (Dental hygiene Specialization)
Students currently enrolled in the University of Alberta Dental Hygiene Diploma program have the opportunity to complete the BSc if they: 1. Successfully complete the U of A three-year diploma
program with a minimum GPA of 2.0.2. None of the courses used towards the Bachelor of
Science (Dental Hygiene Specialization) requirements have been used for credit toward another degree.
Students in the final year of the Dental Hygiene Diploma program will be required to complete an Intent to Continue form.
Bachelor of Science (Dental hygiene Specialization)—Post Diploma Degree completion Program
Preprofessional Study Time: Graduation from University of Alberta Dental Hygiene Diploma program prior to 1998 or dental hygiene graduates of other accredited Canadian or international dental hygiene programs.
For graduates of dental hygiene diploma programs of 2 years in length, students must have completed an additional Œ30 of which the following are required:1. English (Œ6)2. Psychology (Œ3)3. Sociology (Œ3)4. Statistics (Œ3)
Additional requirements:Minimum GPA of 2.0 in diploma program. Letters of good standing from current and previous licensing bodies.
Dental hygiene Diploma
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year. It is recommended that students have the following high school subjects in order to complete the prerequisites: English Language Arts 30-1, Pure Mathematics 30*, Chemistry 30, Biology 30.Œ30 required (Œ24 must be taken during one Fall/Winter).1. English (Œ6)2. Organic Chemistry (Œ3)3. General Chemistry (Œ3)4. Biology (Œ3)5. Sociology (Œ3)6. Psychology (Œ3)7. Statistics (Œ3)8. Option from any Faculty (Œ6)
Additional requirements: Personal Interview.
FAculTY OF EDucATIONFor all programs Spoken English language proficiency is required.
Bachelor of Education (Elementary; Secondary; Adult Education routes)
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year, Œ24 transferable required. See U of A Calendar §15.6.
Selection criteria: Competitive. Admission Grade Point Average based on a minimum Œ24 of most recent transferable course work.Consult the U of A Calendar §15.6 or Faculty of Education office for recommended courses appropriate to your intended major.
Bachelor of Education—After Degree
Completion of a 3 or 4 year degree program at an accredited postsecondary institution. The specific course requirements for different fields of study vary extensively. In order to plan your studies wisely, check the specific admission requirements listed in the U of A Calendar §15.6.
Selection criteria: Competitive. Admission Grade Point Average based on a minimum Œ24 of most recent transferable course work. Bachelor of Arts in Drama/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) combined; Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies/Bachelor of Education combined; Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education combined; Bachelor of Physical Education/Bachelor of Education combined; Bachelor of Science in human Ecology/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) combined; Bachelor of Science (Specialization in Science and Education)/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) combined
Consult the U of A Calendar for admission requirements and program details.
FAculTY OF lAw
Bachelor of laws
Preprofessional Study Time:Completion of a Bachelor’s degree. Students with outstanding academic ability may be considered after 2-3 years. There are no specific courses that must be taken.
Additional requirements: Law School Admission Test (LSAT) written within the last 5 years (no later than December for applicants to the following September). The Faculty of Law Supplemental Admission Form available only in PDF format on the Faculty of law website (www.law.ualberta.ca). A personal statement, resume and two letters of reference are required for Mature or Aboriginal Applicants.
FAculTY OF MEDIcINE AND DENTISTrYFor all programs English Language Proficiency including Spoken English language Proficiency is required and accepted applicants must complete Bloodborne Pathogen testing. Applicants to the Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Dental Surgery, and Dental Hygiene Diploma programs must use the online application for admission.
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Preprofessional Study Time: Minimum 2 years. It is recommended that students have the following high school subjects in order to complete the prerequisites: English Language Arts 30-1; Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Pure Mathematics 30*; Physics 30. Œ60 required overall (Œ30 must be taken full time in one Fall/Winter).1. General Chemistry (Œ6)2. Organic Chemistry (Œ6)3. Biology (Œ6)4. Physics (Œ6)5. English (Œ6)6. Statistics (Œ3)7. Introductory Biochemistry (Œ3)
Additional requirements: Dental Aptitude Test (DAT) written within the last 5 years (at latest, autumn prior to admission), and personal interview.
Selection criteria:Applicant profiles are made up of the following:1. GPA achieved on preprofessional course requirements2. GPA achieved on all transferable postsecondary work
completed as a full time student. For overall GPA calculation full-time study is equivalent to a minimum of Œ18 taken during Fall/Winter terms or Œ12 taken during Spring/Summer terms.
3. Interview score
In order to be competitive, applicants should strive for a GPA of 3.0. Students with a GPA of less than 2.7 will not be considered for admission.
Selection criteria Fall 2012 Applicants:Applicant profiles are made up of the following:1. GPA achieved on all transferable postsecondary work
completed as a full time student. For overall GPA calculation full-time study is equivalent to a minimum of Œ18 taken during Fall/Winter terms or Œ12 taken during Spring/Summer terms.
2. Interview scoreIn order to be competitive, applicants should strive for a GPA of 3.0. Students with a GPA of less than 2.7 will not be considered for admission.
Bachelor of Science in Medical laboratory Science
Preprofessional Study Time: Minimum Œ30 required.1. English (Œ6)2. General Chemistry (Œ6)3. Organic Chemistry (Œ6)4. Biology (Œ3) (cell biology)5. Biology, Genetics, Microbiology or Zoology (Œ3)6. Statistics (Œ3)7. Option from any Faculty (Œ3)
Additional requirements: Letter of intent indicating your career goals, knowledge of the profession, related experience and reasons for seeking admission to the BSc MLS program.
Selection criteria:A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required in preprofessional course work. The selection process is competitive, and applicants will be ranked according to the GPA in the required preprofessional courses. Preference will be given to those students who have completed the required Œ30 in one academic year.
Post-Professional certificate BSc in Medical laboratory Science
Preprofessional Study Time: ◗ Successful completion of the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) General Certificate
◗ CSMLS certification within the last 5 years or have been working in the field (at least part-time) in the last 5 years.
Additional requirements:A resume and a letter indicating history of employment as a medical technologist with particular attention paid to the description of the type of work in which the applicant was involved. In this letter a statement of career goals and reasons for seeking admission to the BSc program in Medical Laboratory Science should be included.
Interested Applicants should contact the Division of Medical Laboratory Science by e-mail: [email protected]
Doctor of Medicine
Preprofessional Study Time: Students are encouraged to obtain a baccalaureate degree before admission but may apply after 2 or 3 years in a degree program. Minimum GPA of 3.3 required for Alberta residents, 3.5 for non-Alberta residents. Applicants applying after 2 or 3 years must present a minimum GPA of 3.7. It is recommended that students have the following high school subjects in order to complete the prerequisites: English Language Arts 30-1; Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Pure Mathematics 30*; Physics 30. At least 2 years of full-time study required (Œ60). (Œ30 must be taken full-time in one Fall/Winter)1. Biology (Œ6)2. English (Œ6)3. General Chemistry (including Inorganic Chemistry) (Œ6)4. Organic Chemistry (Œ6)5. Physics (Œ6)6. Statistics (Œ3)7. Biochemistry (Œ3) where possible, you are encouraged to
take a full year of Biochemistry (Œ6)
chArT 3 PREPROFESSIONAL REqUIREMENTS Œ = UNITS OF COURSE WEIGHT www.registrar.ualberta.ca/admissions
Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply
based on area of study.
62Effective Sept 2012: * = Mathematics 30-1 will be accepted for admission for Pure Mathematics 30. ** = Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 will be accepted for admission where Pure Mathematics 30 is accepted. Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be accepted. Note that exceptions may apply based on area of study.
Additional requirements: 1. Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)—the Faculty will
not accept the MCAT written in the Spring of the academic year of admission or written earlier than 5 years prior to the application deadline. If the MCAT has been written more than once, MCAT scores from the most successful sitting will be considered.
2. Interview and letters of reference.
Selection criteria:1. The overall GPA 2. Prerequisite courses (successfully completed and
transferable) 3. MCAT 4. Non-academic materials (interview and letters of reference)
FAculTY OF NATIvE STuDIES
Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies (honours)
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year. AGPA of 3.0 on Œ24 transferable and a 3.3 GPA in all courses in the major. Students planning to apply should consult the Honours/Academic advisor before applying.
FAculTY OF NurSING
For all programs Spoken English language proficiency is required.
Note: Record of immunizations, medical examination (including Bloodborne Pathogen testing) required from accepted applicants.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (honours)
Preprofessional Study Time:1 year of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing—Collaborative Program at the University of Alberta.Minimum GPA of 3.5 on first Œ25 completed.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing—After Degree
This program is offered at two sites: Camrose and Edmonton.
Preprofessional Study Time: A baccalaureate degree from a recognized academic institution1. Œ3 English 2. Œ3 Psychology3. Œ3 Statistics4. Œ3 Human Anatomy 5. Œ3 Human Physiology 6. Œ3 Medical Microbiology
Selection criteria:Minimum GPA of 3.0.
registered Psychiatric Nurse (rPN) to Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Preprofessional Study Time:Graduation from a psychiatric nursing program.1. Human Physiology (Œ6)2. English (Œ3) 3. Sociology or Anthropology (Œ3)
Additional requirements: Proof of current registration with a provincial psychiatric nursing association and eligibility to register with the RPN Association of Alberta.
Selection criteria:Minimum GPA of 3.0 on preprofessional subjects listed above.
FAculTY OF PhArMAcY AND PhArMAcEuTIcAl ScIENcES
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
Preprofessional Study Time: Minimum 1 year. Œ30 transferable required. 1. AUCHE 110 and 112 or CHEM 101 and 102 (Œ6)2. AUCHE 250 and 252 or CHEM 164 and 263 or CHEM 261
and 263 (Œ6)3. AUENG 103 and 104 or two of ENGL 121, 122, 123, 124
or 125 (WRS 101 or 103 may be substituted for one of the ENGL) (Œ6)
4. AUBIO 130 or BIOL 107 (Œ3)5. AUBIO 380 or AUCHE 380 or BIOCH 200 (Œ3)6. AUMAT 110 or 111 or MATH 113 or 114 (Œ3)7. AUSTA 213 or 215 or STAT 141 (Œ3)
Additional requirements: Spoken English language Proficiency and letter of intent stating career goals, knowledge of the profession, related experience, and reasons for seeking admission to the Pharmacy program.Applicants are ranked primarily on academic achievement in the prerequisite courses. Other factors considered in ranking include overall academic achievement, a demonstrated ability to perform well in a consecutive Fall/Winter of full-time study (Œ30), and a letter of intent.
It is recommended that students have the following high school subjects in order to complete the prerequisites listed: English Language Arts 30-1; Biology 30; Chemistry 30; Pure Mathematics 30*.
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For all programs:French language Proficiency is required. Refer to the U of A Calendar §183.1.2(2)
Bachelor of Arts (honours) (taught in French)
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year in Bachelor of Arts. Minimum of Œ24 transferable required with a minimum AGPA of 3.0 and an average of 3.3 or better in all courses in the area of concentration.
Bachelor of commerce (Bilingual) (taught in French and English)
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year at Campus Saint-Jean. Œ24 transferable required.1. ANGL or ENGL (Œ6)2. ECONE 101 (Œ3)3. ECONE 102 (Œ3)4. MATHq 113 or 114 (Œ3)5. STATq 151 (Œ3)6. Français de base (Œ6 to Œ12)7. Option (at Campus Saint-Jean) (Œ0 to Œ6)
Bachelor of Education (taught in French)
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year, Œ24 transferable required. Consult the Campus Saint-Jean advisor to ensure you register in first year courses acceptable for the BEd program.
Additional requirements: Successful completion of the Test d’admission en Éducation (TAE). Refer to the U of A Calendar §183.1.10.
Bachelor of Education/Bachelor of Science combined (taught in French)
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year in Bachelor of Science (taught in French or English). Œ24 transferable required. Consult the Campus Saint-Jean advisor to ensure you register in appropriate first-year courses.
Additional requirements: Successful completion of the Test d’admission en Éducation (TAE). Refer to the U of A Calendar §183.1.10.
Bachelor of Education—After Degree (taught in French)
Preprofessional Study Time: An approved degree with adequate preparation in an area of teaching concentration relevant to elementary or secondary education programs.Elementary: Œ36 transferable in required course areas within degree.1. Œ18 composed of Œ6 in three of the following areas:
Humanities, Social Sciences, Fine Arts, Sciences2. Œ18 in any categorySecondary: Œ42 transferable in required course areas within degree.1. Œ30 in a major area of specialization offered by Campus
Saint-Jean2. Œ12 in a second area of specialization designated as a
minor
Additional requirements: Successful completion of the Test d’admission en Éducation (TAE). Refer to the U of A Calendar §183.1.10.
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Bachelor of Science (General)—Business Minor
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year. Œ24 transferable required. Minimum AGPA of 2.3.1. Junior ENGL (Œ6)2. ECON 101 and 102 (Œ6)3. MATH 113 or 114 or 117 (Œ3)4. Mathematical Sciences (Mathematics, Statistics or
Computing Science) (Œ3)5. Œ6 in Physical Sciences (Physics, Chemistry), or Œ6
in Biological Sciences, Earth Sciences, or Science Psychology
Bachelor of Science Specialization in computing Science—Business minor
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year. Œ30 transferable required. 1. CMPUT 114, 115 or 174, 175 (Œ6) 2. MATH 114, 115 (Œ6) 3. English (Œ6) 4. Science option (Œ6)5. Approved option, which may include CMPUT 272 (Œ6)
Selection criteria:Minimum GPA of 2.3 in a minimum of Œ18 in each preceding Fall/Winter. Minimum GPA of 2.3 on all transferable CMPUT courses.
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Finance (Specialization)
Preprofessional Study Time: 1 year.For entry after 1 year: minimum of Œ24 transferable required in previous Fall/Winter. 1. MATH 114, 115, 125 (Œ9)2. STAT 151 (Œ3)3. CMPUT 101 and 114 (Œ6), or 114 and 115 (Œ6) or 174
and 175 (Œ6)4. ECON 101, 102 (Œ6)5. Œ6 of junior EnglishFor entry after 2 years: Œ60 transferable required with at least Œ24 transferable in each proceeding Fall/Winter.1. all required courses indicated above2. ECON 281 (Œ3)3. MATH 214, 215, 225, 253 (Œ12)4. STAT 265 (Œ3), STAT 266 (Œ3)5. Options (Œ9)
Selection criteria:Minimum GPA of 2.7 on a minimum of Œ24 in each preceding Fall/Winter.
Bachelor of Science in Psychology (honours)
Preprofessional Study Time: 2 years. Œ60 transferable required.
high School courses1. English Language Arts 30-12. Biology 303. Pure Mathematics 30*4. One of Mathematics 31 (recommended); Chemistry 30;
Physics 30; Computer Science - Advanced Level CTS (5 credits)
5. One of Mathematics 31; Chemistry 30; Physics 30; Computer Science - Advanced Level CTS (5 credits); Science 30; Social Studies 30-1; 30-level language other than English; Fine Arts Subject
Preprofessional courses1. PSyCO 104, 105, 212 (Œ9)2. STAT 151 (Œ3)3. 2 of PSyCO 223, 233, 241, 258 (Œ6)4. 2 of PSyCO 267, 275, 281 (Œ6)
Selection criteria:Minimum GPA of 3.3 on a minimum of Œ30 in each preceding Fall/Winter. Minimum GPA of 3.3 on the required courses listed above. Contact the Department Honours Advisor before applying.
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Apply for residence
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