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Información Internacional de Alberta
Información Internacional de Alberta
WE ARE
Leading with
Purpose TOP 5
UNIVERSITY IN CANADA
2nd GLOBALLY
IN ARTIFICIAL
INTELLIGENCE RESEARCH
2nd IN CANADA
FOR GRADUATE
EMPLOYMENT
HOME TO A
2020 NOBEL PRIZE
WINNER
43,000+ 300,000+
STUDENTS from ALUMNI
162 COUNTRIES WORLDWIDE
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DISCOVERY 740
IS IN OUR
COLLABORATION
AGREEMENTS ACROSS
84 COUNTRIES
2nd LARGEST
RESEARCH LIBRARY
IN CANADA
HOW TO BUILD A BETTER FUTURE GET INVOLVED ON CAMPUS — THERE IS
Amazing mentors Hands-on opportunities LITERALLY SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE.
Learn from the best and work From your very first year you can
alongside them in their research labs participate in groundbreaking
450+ From Alpha Gamma Delta Go green and gold
STUDENT CLUBS
or participate in their field studies. research with the Undergraduate to the Yarn Club, there are When we aren’t cheering on our
Our award-winning professors Research Initiative (URI). Get real- so many fun and diverse varsity teams. You can find us
are committed to developing and world experience with fieldwork, seeking out events and celebrations
supporting the next generation of free or lead the way with self-directed
experiences here. unique to our community, like:
thinkers and innovators — like you! summer projects. uab.ca/URI
96 CHAMPIONSHIPS • Green and Gold Day
IN NATIONAL ATHLETICS
Then, see it all come to life at the
It all starts with a ‘WoW’ • Bar None Week
Week of Welcome (WoW) is the • Campus Cup
Renowned facilities Festival of Undergraduate Research • AntiFreeze
and Creative Activities (FURCA) best way to start off on the right
• International Week
Some of the world’s most advanced
where we celebrate the remarkable 10,000+ foot and get involved. It’s a week of
• Pride Week
research facilities call the U of A INTRAMURALS orientations, concerts, and a clubs
work you’ve been doing. Whether • Round Dance and TAWOW
home. The Canadian Ice Core Lab PARTICIPANTS fair where you find people that share
you are focused on the impact of EACH YEAR
is studying over 10,000 years of your passion.
the opioid crisis, or you are looking
climate change, while our artificial
for ways to eliminate fossil fuels —
intelligence labs are creating smart
FURCA is the place to present and For a full listing of student groups and clubs go to uab.ca/sg
bionic limbs.
discover! uab.ca/furca
SUCCESS
COUNTRIES TO AVAILABLE
PROGRAMS CHOOSE FROM IN FUNDING
EDMONTON
Edmonton so… Edmonton. It could heart of it all, steps away from a lush
be our entrepreneurial undercurrent, river valley that takes your breath
encouraging you to embrace your away with each changing season.
dreams and take a risk. It could be our
From here, you can take the train,
sense of adventure — in any weather
grab a bike, electric scooter, or go
— where exploring and discovering
on foot — and you’ll find unique
Amiskwacîwâskahikan
are a part of daily life. It could even
shops, coffee houses, restaurants,
be our world-class festivals, enviable
and theatres just down the street or
arts scene, or cultural celebrations
across the river from campus.
ᐊᒥᐢᑿᒌᐚᐢᑲᐦᐃᑲᐣ
like nowhere else that showcase how
rich and diverse this city truly is.
You’ll have years to get to know this city and find your
favourite spots — here are a few to get you started:
ᐄᓃᐤ (ÎNÎW) RIVER LOT 11∞ INDIGENOUS ART PARK Isoktew by Amy Malbeuf
15 minute walk from campus
WHYTE AVENUE
One of Edmonton’s most vibrant districts
NORTH SASKATCHEWAN
RIVER VALLEY
3 HOURS Walk, bike, snowshoe,
TO THE CANADIAN 325 DAYS 150km or canoe through North
ROCKIES OF SUNSHINE OF TRAILS America’s largest urban
park — it’s 22 times the size
of New York’s Central Park. WEST EDMONTON MALL ICE DISTRICT - ROGERS PLACE Home of
North America’s Largest Shopping Mall the Oilers and Edmonton’s Biggest Events
20 minute drive 7 minutes by train
STUDY IN
EXPLORE
THE ROCKY CELEBRATED IN OUR NATIONAL ANTHEM
MOUNTAIN A country to explore Prosper in Alberta
PARKS Explore Canada: the second largest Alberta is recognized as having
CANADA
country in the world, home to friendly one of the strongest economies and
Located a few hours people and stunning landscapes. highest living standards in the world.
away from Edmonton Albertans enjoy higher salaries than
is Canada’s world From coast to coast to coast Canada
in any other province in Canada, as
famous Banff National has exciting cities and breathtaking
well as world-leading education and
Park. Experience natural beauty that will appeal to
healthcare systems.
stunning peaks, your adventurous side. The people
beautiful lakes, and of Canada are as interesting as the Canada is known as one of the
ancient glaciers. landscape - Canadians come from top 10 countries globally for quality
all over the world and celebrate of life, and is one of the safest
multiculturalism by sharing their countries in the world.
traditions and welcoming the
traditions of others.
Edmonton
RO
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Vancouver
Seattle US/CANADA BORDER
Stockholm
Oslo
Moscow
London Berlin Edmonton
Kiev Vancouver
Paris Montréal
Toronto
Manila
Caracas
Accra Lagos Kuala Lumpur
Singapore
Nairobi
Jakarta
Dar es Salaam Lima
Harare
São Paulo
Cape Town Sydney
Santiago
Melbourne
38
NORTH
AVERAGE
CLASS SIZE
CAMPUS
8,000+
GRADUATES
PER YEAR
CAMPUS AUGUSTANA
SAINT-JEAN CAMPUS
THE U OF A EN FRANÇAIS THE U OF A IN A UNIQUE WAY
Francophone focus Enjoy the immersive environment Liberal arts and sciences from campus, students can explore
As the only French-language of learning in French, but you can A welcoming campus exclusively the vast trail network and historic
university and college campus west also easily access all the amenities focused on undergraduate downtown. From cross-country
of Manitoba, Campus Saint-Jean of North Campus by taking a free education, multidisciplinary program skiing to local shops and restaurants,
is helping to reinforce Canada’s 10-minute shuttle ride. majors, a non-traditional academic Camrose has lots to offer.
linguistic duality. With nine calendar, and experiential learning
undergraduate programs and two Résidence Saint-Jean opportunities embedded in a project- Residence at Augustana
master’s programs, it’s the best of Enjoy a unique crossroads of based core. Augustana leads the Most first-year students live on
the U of A — delivered in French. academic, linguistic, and cultural life way in designing a truly immersive campus, where they enjoy convenient
uab.ca/csj by living on campus in Edmonton’s and holistic university experience. access to their classes, professors,
vibrant French Quarter. Résidence ualberta.ca/augustana and on-campus activities. Augustana
Central Edmonton Saint-Jean features historic housing provides dorm style
The campus is located in the architecture; no two rooms are alike, Camrose, Alberta accommodations, a diverse and
heart of Edmonton’s francophone and each room is a private one. A one-hour drive from Edmonton will engaging environment, and a full
neighbourhood of Bonnie Doon. bring you to Augustana Campus in meal plan with a variety of locally-
the City of Camrose, Alberta. Steps sourced food options.
FINDING A PROGRAM.
Good thing we have 200+ to choose from!
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ENGINEERING NURSING SCIENCE
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE ENGINEERING BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING • Immunology and • Molecular, Cellular and COMBINED DEGREE:
Note: the first year of Engineering is a general qualifying year; students then Infection Developmental Biology • Bachelor of Science (Specialization in Science and Education) /
apply to a program and / or specialization to complete their degree. CUSTOMIZE YOUR DEGREE: • Integrative Physiology • Neuroscience Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Bilingual) • Mathematical Physics (Honors only)
PROGRAM OPTIONS (AFTER QUALIFYING YEAR)*: • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Collaborative) (Honors only) • Paleontology CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS:
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honors)* • Mathematics • Pharmacology • Certificate in Computer Game Development (joint certificate
• Computer Process Control option • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RPN to BSCN)* • Mathematics and • Physics with Faculty of Arts)
• Oil Sands Elective stream Economics • Physiology (Honors only) • Research Certificate in Science (Biological Sciences, Psychology)
• Biomedical option • Mathematics and • Planning • Certificate in Biomedical Research (in conjunction with
Finance* (Specialization only) the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry)
CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
• Environmental Engineering option
NATIVE STUDIES • Mathematics — • Psychology*
• Statistics CUSTOMIZE YOUR DEGREE:
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Computational
• Science • Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)
COMPUTER ENGINEERING (Specialization only) • Science Internship Program
• Nanoscale System Design option BACHELOR OF ARTS NATIVE STUDIES • Other Campus Options
• Software option
BACHELOR OF ARTS NATIVE STUDIES (HONORS)*
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
• Nanoengineering option COMBINED DEGREES:
• Biomedical option
• Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies / Bachelor of Education
(Secondary)
ENGINEERING PHYSICS
• Nanoengineering option
Majors: PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS PHARMACY &
MATERIALS ENGINEERING
• Cree
• Native Studies These faculties do not offer direct entry from high school,
PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES
• Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies / Bachelor of Education often they require you to earn a specific number of pharm.ualberta.ca | 780.492.3362 | phstud@ualberta.ca
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING in (Elementary) Education credits or to complete an undergraduate (bachelor) degree
• Biomedical option • Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Conservation before applying. DEGREE PROGRAMS:
Sciences / • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
MINING ENGINEERING • Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) for Practicing Pharmacists
Majors:
PETROLEUM ENGINEERING • Human Dimensions of Environmental Management LAW COMBINED DEGREES:
CUSTOMIZE YOUR DEGREE: law.ualberta.ca | 780.492.6016 | law.recruiter@ualberta.ca • Doctor of Pharmacy / Master of Business Administration
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
• Cooperative (Co-op) Education Program • Certificate in Indigenous Sport and Recreation
• Minors and Certificates in the faculties of ALES, Arts, • Certificate in Indigenous Governance and Partnership DEGREE AND GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS:
Science, and Business • Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Master of Laws (LLM)
REHABILITATION MEDICINE
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• Doctor of Philosophy in Law
KINESIOLOGY, SPORT, SCIENCE • Internationally Trained Lawyer Pathway†
† This program is designed for individuals who already possess a law degree GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS:
& RECREATION science.ualberta.ca | 780.492.4758 | science.recruiting@ualberta.ca
from another country. Contact lawnca@ualberta.ca for more details. • Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
uab.ca/ksr | 780.492.5604 | ksr.recruiting@ualberta.ca • Master of Science in Physical Therapy
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE GENERAL PROGRAM • Master of Science in Rehabilitation Science
Majors:
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN RECREATION, SPORT, & TOURISM • Biological Sciences • Mathematics MEDICINE & DENTISTRY • Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
• Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Science
Minors: • Chemistry • Physical Sciences med.ualberta.ca | 780.492.6621 | meddent@ualberta.ca
• Community Development • Computing Science • Physics
• Sport & Recreation Management • Earth and Atmospheric • Psychology
• Tourism & Natural Environments Sciences • Statistics DEGREE PROGRAMS:
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
BACHELOR OF KINESIOLOGY BACHELOR OF SCIENCE SPECIALIZATION OR HONORS • Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science publichealth.ualberta.ca | 780.492.8211 | sph.programs@ualberta.ca
Majors: Program areas: • Post-Professional Certification
• Adapted Physical Activity • Sport Performance • Applied Mathematics • Computing Science • Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS:
• Physical Activity and • Individualized Major (Honors only) Specialization in • Bachelor of Science (Dental Hygiene) • Master of Public Health
• Astrophysics (Post-diploma degree completion)
Health (self-designed) Software Practice • Master of Science in Public Health
• Biochemistry • Ecology, Evolution, and • Doctor of Medicine†
• Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN KINESIOLOGY • Cell Biology Environmental Biology • Doctor of Dental Surgery
COMBINED DEGREES: • Chemistry † Medical students are required to obtain a baccalaureate degree, from a
• Environmental Earth program recognized by the University of Alberta, prior to admission.
• Bachelor of Kinesiology / Bachelor of Education (Elementary) • Computing Science Sciences
• Bachelor of Kinesiology / Bachelor of Education (Secondary) • Computing Science — • Geology
Business minor • Geophysics
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS (Specialization only)*
• Certificate in Indigenous Sport and Recreation
• Research Certificate in Kinesiology
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CAMPUS SAINT JEAN
(EDMONTON, ALBERTA)
AUGUSTANA CAMPUS
(CAMROSE, ALBERTA)
APPLICATION
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BACCALAURÉAT ÈS ARTS BACHELOR OF ARTS DEADLINES
Majeures (certaines majeures pourraient changer):
• Économie • Histoire
Majors:
• Sustainability Studies (Economics, Environmental Studies, Sociology)
READY TO APPLY?
• Études canadiennes • Psychologie • Physical Education Applying to university doesn’t have to be complicated — you can find answers
• Études Interdisciplinaires • Science politique • Psychology and Mental Health (Mental Health and Well Being to frequently asked questions, and access videos that will guide you through
• Français-langue • Sociologie stream OR Brain and Behaviour stream)
• Français-littérature Interdisciplinary Studies: the application process at uab.ca/apply
• Creativity and Culture (Art, Drama, English, Languages, Music, and
BACCALAURÉAT ÈS ARTS AVEC SPÉCIALISATION* Philosophy)
• Ethics and Global Studies (History, Philosophy, Political Studies, and
1. CHOOSE 3. CHECK
Majeures:
• Études canadiennes
Religious Studies)
• Law, Crime and Justice Studies (Criminology, Sociology, History,
2022 Identify your first and second choices
for the best chance of receiving an
After you apply you will have access
to UAlberta Launchpad. Here you can
• Études interdisciplinaires
October 1
Political Studies, and Psychology) admission offer. Check the admission check your application status, submit
• Langue et littérature requirements for both programs at outstanding documents, update new
• Sciences socio-politiques BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT Fall 2022 undergraduate uab.ca/programs as well as admission final marks, and review any checklist
Majors: application opens average trends at uab.ca/averages. items for your program. We will also
BACCALAURÉAT ÈS SCIENCES • Management (General OR Business Economics)
uab.ca/apply assign you a UAlberta email address,
Majeures:
• Chimie • Sciences biologiques BACHELOR OF MUSIC 2. SUBMIT where you will check for notifications
or Correspondence. uab.ca/aftapp
• Mathématiques • Sciences
2023
Majors: Start your application at uab.ca/apply
• Physique mathématiques • Performance-Based Pedagogy (Comprehensive, Conducting,
• Psychologie (sciences) • Sciences physiques Keyboard, OR Voice)
where you will upload transcripts with
your completed grade 11 and 12 courses, 4. ACCEPT
BACCALAURÉAT EN ÉDUCATION PRIMAIRE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE January 11 and grade 12 courses you are taking and
planning to take. You can also apply for
After you receive an admission offer,
you’ll need to accept it in Launchpad, and
Majeures (n/a — degré de généraliste) Majors: Awards Application Deadline
residence on your application. After you pay the tuition deposit. You will also need
• Integrative Biology (Computing Science stream
apply for admission you will receive a to accept your residence offer. Log into
BACCALAURÉAT EN ÉDUCATION SECONDAIRE
Majeures:
• Chemical and Physical
Sciences
OR Computational and Applied
Mathematics stream) February 13 student ID and CCID that you can use to
apply for scholarships. uab.ca/awards
Bear Tracks with your student ID and
CCID to accept offers for scholarships
• Français • Computing Science • Environmental Science Update new final marks
• Physical Education and awards. uab.ca/accept
• Études sociales and Mathematics
• Mathématiques
• Musique COMBINED DEGREE: March 1
• Sciences générales • Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Fall 2023 Admission
Application Deadline
BACCALAURÉAT EN ÉDUCATION (APRÈS-DIPLÔME) AFTER YOU APPLY:
(2 ANS)
April EVALUATION
PROGRAMMES COMBINÉS: Registration for courses for
• Baccalauréat en éducation / sciences Fall 2023 semester opens Admission to the U of A is competitive and works on a rolling basis — some students
Majeures: could receive an admission offer as early as October. Admission averages are
April 30
• Sciences biologiques calculated using the five required courses for your program of choice using the courses
• Sciences mathématiques and final marks included on your application. View the average admission range for
• Sciences physiques Deadline to apply to residence your programs at uab.ca/average. Where final Grade 12 marks are unavailable, the final
for guaranteed housing mark in the equivalent Grade 11 course will be used. Admission offers could be based
BACCALAURÉAT BILINGUE EN ADMINISTRATION on final Grade 11 marks.
DES AFFAIRES*
ARTS ENGINEERING
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With over 100 years of success, we proudly offer some of the most diverse and acclaimed academic programs The Faculty of Engineering offers internationally respected undergraduate and graduate engineering degrees. Our
in Canada. Spanning across the social sciences, humanities, and fine arts, our graduates possess marketable degrees include cutting-edge programming in areas such as Biomedical, Nanotechnology, Energy, and Natural
degrees with highly sought-after skills and knowledge. Resources Engineering.
FUNDING
It does not include any mandatory non-
President’s International Distinction instructional fees or other costs such as the
following awards and many more:
Scholarship (25 Available Each Year) U-Pass, textbooks, residence fees, students
International Admission Scholarship Students with a superior admission associations, etc. It also does not include
Top students could receive up to average and demonstrated the cost for any courses you choose to take
YOUR FUTURE
$5,000 CAD, depending on admission leadership qualities entering their as extra or that need to be repeated due to
average. first year of an undergraduate degree withdrawal or failure.
on a Student Visa Permit could If you choose to take Spring/Summer
Regional Excellence Scholarship
receive up to $120,000 CAD (payable courses, your total program tuition will
Top students from certain regions
over 4 years). remain the same however your annual total
could receive up to $5,000 CAD,
will increase for that year.
based on admission average. International Leader Scholarship
Well-rounded leaders with superior Your tuition guarantee is set for the typical
Gold Standard Scholarship duration of your program plus one year.
academics may receive up to
The top 5% of students in each $10,000 CAD. Typically programs are four years,
faculty could receive up to $6,000, therefore the guarantee would be in place
depending on admission average. for five years.
A DEGREE IS A VALUABLE INVESTMENT IN YOURSELF AND YOUR FUTURE.
Should you require a fifth year of study to
complete your program requirements, you
will not face additional tuition costs in that
FIRST-YEAR ESTIMATE* fifth year. If your remaining courses exceed
your program requirements, you will pay
per course. In either case, payment for
$40M+
$29,192 - $42,707 IN FINANCIAL
SUPPORT
GUARANTEED TUITION RATES
FOR STUDENTS ENTERING THE UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA IN FALL 2023
mandatory non-instructional fees in the fifth
year will be required. If you have outstanding
FOR INTERNATIONAL TUITION IS AVAILABLE program requirements to complete after
Program Year 1 (2023) Year 2 (2024) Year 3 (2025) Year 4 (2026) five years you will be required to pay for
those remaining courses, individually, at the
plus Augustana Faculty
Faculté Saint Jean current rate in that academic year.
Faculty of Education $29,192 CAD $29,192 CAD $29,192 CAD $29,192 CAD
If you change programs at the University
$3,500 ($3,592.80)+ FOR BOOKS, SUPPLIES AND FEES 1 APPLICATION Faculty of Native Studies
Faculty of Nursing of Alberta your original guarantee will no
$15,000+ FOR RESIDENCE WITH MEAL PLAN TO BE CONSIDERED FOR
ALL AWARDS longer be valid, and you will receive a new
Faculty of Arts
Faculty of ALES guarantee for your new program.
Faculty of Kinesiology,
GET A REFINED ESTIMATE Sport, & Recreation
$31,895 CAD $31,895 CAD $31,895 CAD $31,895 CAD In the event of a discrepancy between the
WITH THE COST CALCULATOR Faculty of Science tuition amounts displayed in this publication
at uab.ca/costcalc 1 IN 5 Open Studies and your University of Alberta Offer of
Estimates are based on your program and living arrangements. FIRST-YEAR Admission, the Offer of Admission shall be
Alberta School of
STUDENTS RECEIVE Business
$37,842 CAD $37,842 CAD $37,842 CAD $37,842 CAD taken as correct.
A SCHOLARSHIP
Faculty of Engineering $42,707 CAD $42,707 CAD $42,707 CAD $42,707 CAD
Read the full details of the guarantee at
uab.ca/intcost
Completing certain courses English Language Arts 30-1 from Alberta Final blended grade of 75% or better in class and ENTRY CRITERIA Each undergraduate program has its own competitive admissions average.
diploma Predicted A-Level grades are accepted for admission consideration. For more information please visit uab.ca/gce
These courses must be approved by the
U of A, and you must achieve a certain
International Baccalaureate English A1, A2; or English A: Literature; A grade of 5 or better
minimum grade in that course
or English A: Language & Literature
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB)
See Note 4
International Baccalaureate English B A grade of 6 or better IB courses completed at either the higher level (HL) or standard level (SL) may be used for admission.
The University of Alberta does not use Ab Initio level courses for admission consideration. For more information please visit uab.ca/ibint
Advanced Placement English A grade of 4 or better on the College Board
examination FULL IB DIPLOMA APPLICANTS Students need to present their full diploma with the five admission subjects required by your program of interest. Students
currently in the last year of the IBDP can submit predicted IB grades for consideration. Transfer credits may be granted
O-level, GCSE, IGCSE, AS-level or A-level English Language or A grade of B or better upon receipt of official and complete IB results.
Literature course (not the English ESL).
CBSE Core English or ISC English from XIIth Standard examinations A score of 75% of better PARTIAL IB APPLICANTS Students need to present five admission subjects required by their program of interest, a combination of IB and local
curriculum may be used (but not GCSE and IB).
6 credits of transferable university-level English studies completed A grade of B+ or better (must be transferable as
at a post-secondary institution where English is recognized as the 6 credits of English at the U of A). CHINESE SYSTEM
language of instruction.
The University of Alberta’s ESL 140/145 Successful completion Students who study in Chinese curriculum need to present five admission subjects required by their program of interest. For more information please visit uab.ca/china
Previous Education in English Successful completion of three years of full-time education in Such education must include Alberta Grade 12
See Notes 1, 2, 3, 5 English in: Canada (including Grade 12 year), or another country or its equivalent level, and can be a combination
where English is recognized as the official language of instruction, of secondary inclusive of Grade 12 and post- INDIAN SYSTEM
or in a recognized school/institution where English is the primary secondary education.
language of instruction. CBSE and CISCE National Boards To be considered for a conditional offer, students will need to submit board results for Class X and arrange for their
predicted grades to be sent to the University of Alberta directly by their school. The offer will become unconditional on
Successful completion of the equivalent of three years of full-time The level of English proficiency required for presenting final Class XII board results meeting the university’s requirements.
instruction in a school/institution in Canada in which the major graduation is equivalent to that in English
language of instruction is other than English. language schools/institutions in Canada.
Indian State Boards To be considered for a conditional offer, students will need to submit school results for Class XI showing a competitive
average and course registration for Class XII, or Class XII mid-year results. The offer will become unconditional upon receipt
Graduation from a recognized degree program offered by an The University must be located in a country
of the final Class XII board results meeting the university’s requirements. For more information please visit uab.ca/india
accredited University at which English is the primary language of where English is the primary language or it
instruction. must be recognized as one where English is the
primary language of instruction.
Completing the U of A's Academically qualified students who do not meet the English Language Proficiency requirements listed above should
Bridging Program consider the U of A's Bridging Program. uab.ca/bp US SYSTEM
Note 1: Enrolment in English as a second language (ESL) courses or programs will not be included in the calculation of three years of full-time study. Enrolment must be in a regular high
BOTH SCHOOL AND CURRICULUM To be evaluated for a conditional offer, students would need to present Grade 10 and 11 school results including the course
school or post-secondary for-credit program. Where students are registered in both ESL and regular programs, the ESL hours will be deducted from the total educational hours.
validated by a RECOGNIZED US BODY registrations of their final Grade 12 year. The offer would become unconditional upon receipt of final results and meeting
Note 2: Proof of three years of education must be submitted in the form of official transcripts (including details on course enrolment and hours of instruction). Note 3: Failing grades/
the University of Alberta’s requirements.
courses will not be counted when calculating full-time attendance. Only courses with passing grades will be considered. Note 4: Standardized test results must be issued directly from the
SCHOOL AND/OR CURRICULUM NOT For the University of Alberta to recognize school-awarded course marks, both the school and curriculum need to be validated
testing office. Photocopies will not be accepted. Test scores must be valid and verifiable. Note 5: For a list of countries and universities that are recognized as having met the U of A's English
validated by a RECOGNIZED US BODY by a recognized US body. If the school is not, students will need to present all the required subjects through standardized
language proficiency requirement, visit: uab.ca/engpro
tests (e.g. AP, SAT, SAT subject tests). For more information visit uab.ca/equiv
Spoken English Language Proficiency (required by some programs) If you select a program related to Health Sciences or Education, you will be required to meet the spoken English language
proficiency requirement. Please refer to the U of A Calendar for how to meet this requirement (Section 13.3.2).
The University of Alberta reserves the right to use discretion in determining adequate levels of language proficiency to ensure success in academic programs. In some cases, additional
English language testing, conducted by the Faculty of Extension, may be required to confirm English language proficiency.
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