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came from a tiny high school… where I was used to a small, close-knit community.

Ambrose was perfect for me because the teachers are all extremely approachable and accessible if you need help.

Ava Peacock History student

Welcome to Ambrose University There’s something special about Ambrose — our students. Here, you’re part of a dynamic community, have strong connections with your professors and peers, and earn a degree that will open many different career doors, in Canada and around the world.

The quality of Ambrose’s programs is proven. Arts and Science degrees are accredited by the Province of Alberta and recognized internationally. Ministry and Theology degrees are accredited by the Association of Biblical Higher Education. Practica, internships and international study enable you to put theory to work, and to learn as you do.

Our campus is conveniently located in Calgary, a young and vibrant city of more than one million people. Here you will find a flourishing arts and cultural community, sports teams and athletes competing at the highest level, excellent restaurants and North America’s largest urban park. It’s all less than an hour from the Rocky Mountains.

It’s a learning environment unlike any other. A place where you’re inspired to learn and grow your faith.

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Faculty of Arts & Science 2 School of Ministry 6 Educational Travel 8 Spiritual Formation Get Started 12 Get Connected 14 Take the Lead 16 Athletics 18 Admissions Provincial Equivalents 22 Program-Specific Requirements 24 Ambrose At-A-Glance Financing Your Education 26 Campus Visits

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you can see your future here. ambrose is a community that inspires your learning and your faith. prepare for career success and for a life of generous service. achieve academically and grow spiritually. acquire the theoretical knowledge, practical skills and moral wisdom to lead in every facet of life. your personal success is our passion. giving

ambrose you every opportunity to achieve it is our promise.

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faculty of arts & science Earn a degree that provides the communication, critical thinking and research skills that employers value. Your Ambrose Arts & Science degree will open the doors to a wide variety of career choices and can be the foundation for higher-level study. Build close connections with professors who are inspired by the opportunity to see you succeed academically, and grow in faith and service.

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Behavioural Science

Biology

Christian Studies

Bachelor of Arts (3 or 4 years)

Bachelor of Science (4 years)

Bachelor of Arts (3 or 4 years)

Learn how Sociology and Psychology intersect in human behaviour. Focus on cognitive neuroscience, culture and society, family and community, human development, religion and social science, or deviance and society.

Study living organisms as you learn how to collect and analyze data and apply critical thinking to research problems. Focus on general biology, health sciences, kinesiology, cellular and molecular biology or ecology.

Explore your faith. Focus on biblical interpretation, Christian theology and history, and Christian spirituality.

You’ll grow in biblical and theological knowledge and experience personal transformation.

Prepare yourself for a career in counselling, social work, community development, or youth and child work.

A behavioural science degree sets you on the path to graduate school, and it’s an excellent precursor to professional programs like nursing or education.

Prepare yourself for a career as a researcher, lab technician, or teacher.

This degree also forms the foundation for the study of medicine, dentistry, chiropractics, pharmacology, optometry and veterinary medicine.

Prepare yourself for a career in nongovernment organizations and parachurch organizations, or continue on to graduate studies.

Business Administration Bachelor of Business Administration (4 years) Bachelor of Arts (3 years)

Focus on leadership, entrepreneurship, corporate social responsibility and economic development. Explore faith lived out in the business world and learn how your business can have a local and global impact.

Prepare yourself for a career in entrepreneurship, marketing, management or accounting.

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Education Bachelor of Education (after degree, 2 years)

Study elementary school education (K-6) in community through this intensive 60-credit cohort program.

Focus on technology integration, program development and curriculum design.

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love working with students and coming alongside them while facilitating the pursuit of their educational and career goals. Together, we explore the implications of our faith in the context of business.

Randy Poon, PhD Associate Professor of Business Administration

Prepare yourself to work as an education administrator or a certified teacher in public schools, First Nations settings, inclusive and multicultural classrooms, or in developing countries.

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arts & science English Literature

History

Bachelor of Arts (3 or 4 years)

Bachelor of Arts (3 or 4 years)

Focus on British, Canadian, American and world literatures. Form a strong foundation in literature and literary theory, and learn to write with judgment, clarity and imagination.

Examine a wide range of history including politics, culture, society and religion. Choose from a diverse range of courses on topics such as the Middle East, public history, European revolutions, Canada at war, the Holocaust and history in Hollywood.

Prepare yourself for a career in editing, technical writing, journalism, or communications. An English degree will set you on the path to graduate school, and it’s also excellent preparation to study law or education.

Prepare yourself for a career in politics, teaching or museums. This degree is also an excellent precursor for studying law or library science.

University Studies Diploma (2 years)

Want to get a taste for university education? University Studies offers you grounding in a variety of disciplines including science, history, English and psychology. Your courses are fully transferable to other Ambrose degrees, and most courses are acceptable for transfer at other post-secondary institutions.

General Studies

Music

Prepare yourself for an entry-level position in many industries, or lay the foundation for further education.

Bachelor of Arts (3 years)

Bachelor of Music (4 years) Bachelor of Arts (3 or 4 years)

Acting

Equip yourself to think in an interdisciplinary fashion as you study general arts and sciences. Choose your courses according to your areas of interest, and learn to think critically and demonstrate skills in research, writing and presentation.

Prepare yourself for a career in teaching, human services, public relations, and government, or lay a foundation for further study.

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Focus on a classical music core while also applying your skills in a breadth of musical genres. Study your instrument in applied lessons with an accomplished instructor, and participate in one of our three choirs, our chamber orchestra, or our brass, jazz and guitar ensembles.

Diploma (2 years)

Prepare yourself for a career in performance, teaching or worship leading. This degree is also excellent preparation to study musicology or music therapy.

Prepare for a career as a professional actor, director, or playwright, or for a role in theatre management.

Study the art and industry of theatre while you make connections in Calgary’s theatre community. Learn the technical skills of movement, speech, stage combat, dance, playwriting, and production.

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believe in a close relationship between art and faith, and especially literature and faith: both require insight, imagination, and devotion.

Rita Dirks, PhD Associate Professor of English Literature

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school of ministry Explore what it means for a Christian community to proclaim the Gospel and live a shared life of compassion and justice. Develop a strong practice of biblical literacy and theological reflection, along with skills in leadership and a passion for generous service.

Whether you are studying pastoral missions or sociology of the family, you’ll be taught by expert practitioners who are committed to seeing you grow.

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Field Education Practicum and internship are essential components of any School of Ministry degree. Gain insight into your calling as you learn through firsthand experience in your ministry and close friendship with a mentor. From Church ministries and youth groups, to social agencies and NGOs, Calgary offers you a wide array of internship opportunities.

Practicum begins in your second year and runs five to six hours a week.

Internship happens before the last year of your program, and typically runs full-time for 3-12 months.

Careers Prepare yourself for a career in pastoral ministry, street ministry or international work. Our School of Ministry degrees also equip you for work in para-church organizations and set you on the path to seminary education.

Children’s Ministries Bachelor of Ministry (4 years)

Learn how to effectively minister to children and their families. Study child development and gain skills in discipling, teaching, caring and administration.

Church Ministries Bachelor of Ministry (4 years)

Learn to be an effective leader and prepare to serve in a variety of pastoral positions. You form a strong theological foundational and also discover and appreciate societal trends that influence church ministry.

Intercultural Studies Bachelor of Ministry (4 years)

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of cultural and social barriers. You can focus on behavioural science, development studies, business or pastoral missions, and internship gives you the opportunity to experience award-winning educational travel through our onSite program.

Worship Arts Bachelor of Ministry (4 years)

Gain the leadership skills you need to develop and serve as Shepherd, Artist or Theologian. As a pastor, you learn to shepherd, build and support an effective worship ministry. As an artist, study diverse musical genres, including vocal or instrumental ensembles, choir and worship teams. As a theologian, learn how to lead and feed a community that follows Jesus in lives of worship.

Post-Professional Bachelor of Ministry (2 years)

If you’ve completed a post-secondary diploma, this degree enables you to round out your education. The PostProfessional degree equips you with the knowledge and skills essential for effective leadership and ministry in a variety of pastoral positions.

Theology Bachelor of Theology (4 years)

Study, understand and interpret Scripture in Greek and/or Hebrew.

Your in-depth study of the Bible, along with a robust core of pastoral and systematic theology, prepares you for full-time ministry and graduate biblical or theological studies.

Youth Ministries Bachelor of Ministry (4 years)

Develop teaching, counselling, administrative and programming skills that will prepare you to serve the church and the community. Learn to relate your understanding of God’s Word to a rapidly changing youth culture.

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educational travel Experience world history and culture while earning credit toward your degree.

Each year Ambrose students and professors venture all over the world on travel study trips unique to their discipline. Why not let new ideas and experiences transform the way you learn?

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Education continues when you explore outside the classroom. Every year at Ambrose, your professors put together travel experiences that you’ll never forget.

Each trip is unique and with our faculty experts and savvy local guides you and your classmates will experience the world as never before.

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spiritual formation Engage beyond the classroom to integrate your learning and your faith.

Enrich your university education while you explore and deepen your commitment to Christ, as Ambrose faculty challenge you to see your discipline through the lens of your faith.

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Sharing in The Chapel Every Tuesday and Thursday we take time to worship together. Worship supports the singular goal of Christian higher education: to know, love and serve Jesus Christ.

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he theological training and practical experience within the youth ministries program prepared me well for full-time vocational ministry.

Forming a Spiritual Community Participate in Bible studies, prayer teams, women’s or men’s ministry, or start your own small group. Fostering spiritual friendship is one of the most formative things you do at Ambrose.

Engaging in Service Ambrose is missional by nature, which means that we’re passionate about expressing the love of God in word and deed. Throughout the year, we take a break from regular classes and come together as a community for seminars and services that equip us to proclaim the Gospel through generous service.

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get started Your success — academic and personal — inspires all we do at Ambrose. From getting involved in community life, to developing your leadership abilities, to honing your study and work-preparation skills, opportunities abound for learning and growing in faith.

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Your growth and success is our focus.

Ambrose offers the environment to inspire your learning and your faith.

Accessibility Services Elevate your academic skills and your ability to learn. We equip everyone to succeed academically and if you have a learning or physical disability, we’re here to ensure you have equal academic opportunities.

Career Development Wondering about your future after Ambrose? The Career Centre has valuable resources to guide you through the transition from your academic program onto your employment path. Get information on jobs and job shadowing opportunities, build a portfolio, improve your résumé and practice interview techniques.

Counselling Whether you are looking for professional life advice or need a listening ear, our professional counsellors provide personal, confidential, and pastoral counselling at a subsidized rate.

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International Student Office If you’ve made the move to Ambrose from another country, the International Student Office enables you to work on your English language skills and get information and assistance for your visa application. Seminars and one-onone appointments ensure you make the most of your studies in Canada.

Orientation Get connected, learn how to navigate university life and prepare to succeed academically. Orientation is a great chance to make friends and explore the Ambrose campus — setting you up for a rewarding year.

Ambrose 101 Build effective study habits through this unique and comprehensive program for freshmen. This semester-long weekly gathering includes tutoring, study groups, workshops and a personalized Study Behaviour inventory.

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n the time I have been studying, my experience has been that the staff at Ambrose are more than willing to help out — ­ often going above and beyond — in order to provide students with solutions and guidance.

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get connected Make friends and colleagues for life at Ambrose. The connections you make living in Residence or networking — as an active member of a vibrant student community — are powerful bonds that inspire, strengthen and motivate.

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Connections: Weekly floor meetings provide opportunity for fun, fellowship and spiritual growth.

Support: Live-in Residence Directors and Residence Assistants are available for encouragement, prayer or to provide a listening ear.

Depth: Relationships grow strong through living life together and latenight conversations. Small groups provide an opportunity to go even deeper.

Academics: New students develop with time management, studying and editing skills from more experienced students.

Living in Residence Meet new people, make lifelong friends and experience all the advantages of living in Residence. This livinglearning environment offers you the greatest academic, social, leadership and spiritual development.

All first-year Ambrose students who are under the age of 21 live in Residence (an exemption can be made if you are from the greater Calgary area, married or a transfer student). You get: the convenience of a quick “commute� from your room to your class; fun and fellowship with your Residence classmates; and, ready access to library resources, recreation facilities and the media room. Most importantly, you benefit from learning and experiences that are only possible when you live in Residence.

Commuting Students You still benefit from the Ambrose community experience when you commute from your home in Calgary. The Watkins Commuter Collegium is a home-away-from-home that enables you to connect with students from throughout the city. The Collegium is both a quiet place for students to study and relax as well as a social environment for fun and community building.

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take the lead Hone leadership skills that will be invaluable in all aspects of your career and your life. Learn by serving the wider student body. All members of the Ambrose community have an important role to play in shaping the community’s future.

Make your contribution while you make your mark.

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Student Council Develop leadership and skills learn about the breadth of events and opportunities available to students at Ambrose, by getting involved with Student Council.

Athletic Leadership Promote your sport and encourage the physical, social, emotional and spiritual growth of your teammates. The Athletic Leadership team includes a representative from every team that competes for Ambrose.

Residence Assistants Build friendships with the people on your Residence floor, lead weekly floor meetings and encourage an environment of spiritual, academic and relational growth. Residence assistants are responsible for the pastoral care and guidance of a residence floor community.

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etting involved with Ambrose leadership gave me opportunities to be a part of something that is bigger than myself and to accomplish goals that I couldn’t on my own.

Donna Vecino Biology graduate

Legacy Youth Conference LYC enables you to grow in leadership and service, and to be among over 600 youth experiencing God. Ambrose students plan and run all aspects of the conference, from registration to entertainment and worship.

Ambrose Global Missions Society If you are passionate about proclaiming the love of God in word and deed, join the AGMS and help us serve our world and strengthen the Ambrose community. The AGMS exists to engage Ambrose in global missions and cross-cultural ministries.

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athletics Varsity athletics brings together our entire community. Whether you’re a member of a team developing knowledge and skills that will be assets for life, or roaring for the Ambrose Lions from the stands, taking part in athletics activities offers plenty to cheer about.

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Varsity Athletics Our competitive varsity athletics programs are constantly growing. Lions athletes continue to demonstrate their prowess by elevating their level of play. You can be part of the community, by cheering on the teams or by pursuing your own athletic interests. Our volleyball, futsal and basketball teams are part of the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC), the top college league in Alberta, and compete nationally in the Canadian Colleges Athletic Association (CCAA).

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Intramurals Get active, have fun and test your competitive spirit among friends. Intramural sports at Ambrose include flag football, indoor soccer, basketball, dodgeball, mens hockey, badminton and squash.

Fitness Facilities Health in body, mind and spirit is all part of your success at Ambrose. Fitness rooms, squash courts and the gymnasium are open to all students. You have access to the weight, cardio, physiotherapy and sports medicine rooms, along with locker and shower facilities.

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admissions Are you ready to join Ambrose? Get your academic career off to a great start by beginning your application today.

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Basic Admission Requirements Five grade 12 level courses including English 30-1, with a minimum overall average of 60%:

Canadian Students

American Students

High School:

High School:

• Basic admission requirements

• High school diploma

• Program specific requirements

1. English 30-1

Home School:

2. List A or B

• Basic admission requirements and program specific requirements

• ACT minimum score of 22 or SAT Reasoning Test with minimum score of 1400 on three sections (Critical Reading, Mathematics, and Writing) and no section below 400.

3 List A or B 4. List A or B 5. List A, B, C or D See Provincial Equivalents chart on page 22.

Transfer Students If you have completed a minimum of 15 credit hours at another postsecondary institution or hold a recognised degree or diploma you are considered a Transfer Student.

• Minimum 2.0 GPA • Program specific requirements Your transfer credit will be evaluated once you submit your application and official transcripts.

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• Program specific requirements and the following: a portfolio, a SAT Reasoning Test with minimum score of 1400 on three sections (Critical Reading, Mathematics, and Writing) and no section below 400, an official letter from the home-schooling board verifying your Grade 12 program.

Home School:

Mature Students If you are 21 years of age or older on September 30 you may be considered for Mature Student status.

• English 30-1 or equivalent with a grade of 60% or higher • Program-specific requirements

International Workers Students whose parents are working overseas will be considered for admission based on their curriculum of study. For example, students living in Brazil and studying the US curriculum will follow the American Student requirements.

International Students • Basic admission requirements or equivalent • English proficiency All official transcripts must be provided in English

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• Portfolio; SAT Reasoning Test with minimum score of 1400 on three sections (Critical Reading, Mathematics, and Writing) and no section below 400; official letter from home-schooling board verifying Grade 12 courses.

International Baccalaureate Courses will be evaluated on an individual basis and you may receive transfer credit or advanced standing for Higher Level IB courses with a grade of 4, 5, 6, or 7.

English Language Requirements If your primary language is not English you must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following: English Proficiency Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

83 (internet) 560 (paper)

International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic)

6.5

Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)

85

Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)

70

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)

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Alberta Highschool English 30-1 (or equivalent)

50%

Advanced Placement Courses will be evaluated on an individual basis and you may receive transfer credit or advanced standing for AP courses with a grade of 3, 4, or 5. Contact the enrolment department for more information.

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provincial equivalents Everyone in Canada can join Ambrose community. Review the list of provincial equivalents to help you prepare for admission to Ambrose. Please contact enrolment regarding courses not listed below.

Province or Territory

Basic Admission Requirements

List A

List C

List D

Alberta, 1. Eng Lang Arts 30-1 Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Second Language 30, Northwest 2. List A or B Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or Social Studies 30-1, Territories and 3. List A or B Math 31, Physics 30, Geography 30 Nunavut 4. List A or B Science 30

5. List A, B, C or D

Art 30 or 31, Drama 30, Music 30 or 31, Exp Psych 30, Phil of Man 30, App Sociology 30, World Religion 30, Religion 35

Law 30, Phys Ed 30, Social Studies 30-2 (if Social Studies 30-1 not presented), Five credits of Adv. series CTS courses, other 30 level subject.

British Columbia 1. English 12 Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Second Language 12, and Yukon Territory 2. List A or B Economics 12 or Foundations History 12 or Western Civ 12

3. List A or B of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12 or Comp Civ 12

4. List A or B or Calculus 12, Geometry 12 Geography 12

5. List A, B, C or D Physics 12

Visual Arts 12 or Art 12, Acting 12, Band 12 or Choir 12 or String 12, Geology 12, English Lit 12, Writing 12, Journalism 12, Bible Studies 12 or Christian Perspectives 12

Law 12, Dance 12, Other 12 level subject. Applicants from BC/Yukon must present final grades that include a provincial exam grade for English 12. Provincial exams for other courses are optional.

Manitoba

1. English 40G or 40S Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, 2. List A or B Math 40s, Pre-Calculus 40S, 3. List A or B Calculus 45A or Adv Math 45A, 4. List A or B Physics 40S 5. List A, B, C or D

Second Language 40S, History 40S or Western Civ 40S or World Issues 40S, Geography 12

Art 40S, Drama 40S, Other 40S or 40G level Music 40S or Choral 40S or subjects or two 45 level Strings 40S, Canadian subjects.

Studies 40S

New Brunswick

1. English 121 or 122 2. List A or B 3. List A or B 4. List A or B 5. List A, B, C or D

History 121 or 122 or World Issues 120, Language 120 or 122 other than English, Geography 120

Art 12x, Theatre Arts 12x, Music 12x

Other 12x level subject

Art and Design 3200 or Art History 3202, Drama 3200, Choral Performance 3103, or Instrumental or Performance 3104 or Music Theory 3100 or Music History 3101

Other 32xx or two 31xx level subjects

Biology 121 or 122, Chemistry 122, Pre-Calculus 12A, Foundations of Math 12, Pre-Calculus 12B or Calculus 12, Physics 122, Geology 120

List B

Newfoundland/ 1. English 3201 Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202 World History 3201, or Labrador 2. List A or B Mathematics 3204 or 3205, World Problems 3204,

3. List A or B Calculus 3207, Physics 3204, Language 3200 level

4. List A or B Earth Sciences 3209 other than English,

5. List A, B, C or D

World Geography 3202

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Province or Territory

Basic Admission Requirements

Nova Scotia

1. English 12 2. List A or B 3. List A or B 4. List A or B 5. List A, B, C or D

List A

List B

Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Pre-Calculus 12 or Math 12, Calculus 12, Physics 12, Geography 12

History 12 or Global History 12, Art 12, Theatre 12, Other 12 level subject Language 12 other than Music 12 English, Geography 12 or Global Geography 12

Ontario 1. English 4U or Biology SBI4U, Chemistry SCH4U, Canada: History, Identity &

English Lit 4U Advanced Functions MHF4U, Culture CHI4U or World History

2. List A or B Data Management MDM4U, CHY4U, 4U level French,

3. List A or B Calculus and Vectors MCV4U, Second Language (LBADU-L

4. List A or B Physics SPH4, Earth and Space LYXDU), or Native Language

5. List A, B, C or D Science SES4U, Computer (LNAEO-LNOEO), Canadian

Studies ICS4U & World Issues CGW4U

or World Geography CGU4U

List C

Visual Arts AVI4M, Dramatic Arts ADA4M, Music AMU4M, Dance ATC4M

List D

Other 4U or 4M level subject

Prince Edward Island

1. English 621 Biology 621, Chemistry 621, History 621, Art 621, 2. List A or B Math 621 or Math 611, Second Language 621 Drama 621, 3. List A or B Physics 621 Music 621 4. List A or B 5. List A, B, C or D

Other 6xx level subject

Quebec (1st year CEGEP)

1. English 603 or 604 Biology 101, Chemistry 202, History 330, 2. List A or B Mathematics 201, Second Language, 3. List A or B Physics 203 Geography 320 4. List A or B 5. List A, B, C or D

Art 520, Theatre 560, Music 550

Other subject such as: Humanities 345, Sociology 387

Art 30, Drama 30, Choral 30, Band 30 or Orchestra 30, Dance 35

Other 30 level subject

Saskatchewan 1. English A30 and B30

2. List A or B

3. List A or B

4. List A or B

5. List A, B, C or D

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Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Pre-Calculus Math 30 or Math 30 or Math B30, Foundations of Math 30, Calculus 30, Physics 30, Geology 30, Comp Science 30

Social Studies 30, History 30 or Native Studies 30, Language 30 other than English, Geography 30

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Education (After Degree)

Worship Arts

• Resumé with relevant theatre and arts experience (including theatre classes/productions, music lessons proficiency, dance classes/productions, visual arts).

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum 90 credits) with a minimum 2.7 GPA on your last 30 credits

• Basic admission requirements

• See ambrose.edu for additional requirements.

Post-Professional

• Essay on a specified theatre related topic.

Music

• Entrance audition and interview.

• Basic admission requirements

• See ambrose.edu for additional requirements.

• Entrance audition in person or by submission of a recording.

Behavioural Science

• Advanced Rudiments (RCM) or its equivalent.

• Basic admission requirements • Math 30-1, Math 30-2, or an equivalent with a passing grade.

Business Administration • Basic admission requirements • Math 30-1, Math 30-2, or an equivalent with a grade of 60% or higher.

• Entrance audition • Advanced Rudiments (RCM) or its equivalent.

Biology •

Five grade 12 level courses including English 30-1, Math 30-1, Biology 30, and Chemistry or Physics 30 with a minimum overall average of 60%.

See provincial equivalents chart on page 22.

• Physics and Calculus are recommended but not required.

• A professional post-secondary diploma of at least two year in length from an approved institution. This diploma must include 36 transferable credits in general studies including equivalence of EN 115 Intro to Literature and Language and COM 100 Public Speaking. It must also include 18 transferable credits in professional studies.

• You may receive credit based on a Prior Learning Assessment.

Fall Admission Deadlines October 1 Applications open January – March Early admission given on interim transcripts March 31 Entrance scholarship deadline Early admission notification May 1 Early registration opens August 1 Application deadline August 1 Final transcripts due

Application Documents Required • Application form • Application fee • Interim transcripts and final official transcripts • Reference(s) • Additional documents may include SAT scores, portfolio, TOEFL scores or an audition recording.

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We want to promote your inquiry, creativity and academic freedom — enabling you to grow intellectually and spiritually in an environment that respects your Christian faith and inspires you to reach your potential. You define your own success. Ambrose works with you, as an individual, to achieve it. Student focused and teaching centred, Ambrose degree programs are built on quality and designed to stand the test of time and faith. The institution is accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education. Our Arts & Science degree programs are accredited by the Province of Alberta and the Campus Alberta Quality Council.

Faculty of Arts & Science

School of Ministry

Minors

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Theology

Compliment your major with one of the following minors:

Bachelor of Ministry

• Behavioural Science

• Behavioural Science • Business Administration • Christian Studies • English Literature • General Studies • History • Music Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Science

• Biology

• Children’s Ministries • Church Ministries • Intercultural Studies • Worship Arts • Youth Ministries

• Biology • Business Administration • Canadian Studies • Chemistry • Christian Studies

Diploma

• Development Studies

• Associate in Ministry

• English Literature

After Degrees

• Bachelor of Ministry (Post-Professional)

Miriam Charter, PhD Associate Professor of Intercultural Studies

• History • Industrial and Organizational Psychology • Kinesiology

Bachelor of Education (After Degree)

• Music

Diploma

• Philosophy

• Acting • University Studies

• Poverty Studies

Ambrose is the official school of The Christian and Missionary Alliance in Canada and the Church of the Nazarene Canada.

• Sociology

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he Intercultural Studies program helps students learn to communicate the Gospel to every cultural group on the planet, as they discover how to overcome cultural and social barriers. I get to help young people explore their gifts and abilities and how they can be best used.

• Psychology • Theatre

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financing your education Investing in post-secondary education is one of the most important actions you will ever take. It will yield dividends in all aspects of your life, and in many forms. Student awards recognize your academic achievement, inspire you to reach higher and break down financial barriers.

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Entrance Scholarships All new students, including transfer students, who have a 75% high school admission average or a 3.0 post-secondary average are eligible for scholarships in Academic Excellence, Servant Leadership, Music and Athletics.

Christian High School Scholarship Ambrose offers up to $3,000 per year in Academic Excellence and Leadership Excellence scholarships to students who attend Christian High Schools.

Application Deadline: March 31

Presidential Scholarship All new students who have not previously attended a post-secondary institution and have a minimum 85% high school admission average are eligible to compete for the full tuition Presidential Scholarship.

Church Servant Leadership Scholarship Ambrose partners with churches across Canada to identify the next generation of leaders in the church and the marketplace. Receive up to $4,000 in combined funding from Ambrose and your local church.

Application Deadline: January 31

Application Deadline: March 31

Student Loans Ambrose is a designated institution for the Province of Alberta, the Government of Canada and the United States of America student loans.

Continuing Scholarships Ambrose awards an extensive number of scholarships each year to returning Ambrose students on the basis of academic performance, student leadership and program funding.

Student Employment Choose from a variety of jobs on campus that work around your course schedule.

There are also many jobs available in the surrounding neighbourhood and the greater Calgary area.

Application Deadline: January 31

Other Scholarships Contact our Financial Aid Coordinator about other Ambrose scholarships, including International Worker and Quizzing scholarships.

Financial Aid Financial assistance may be available to students who demonstrate financial need.

Get the latest information about financing your education and calculate your costs. Visit ambrose.edu or contact our Financial Aid Coordinator at financialaid@ambrose.edu for budget resources.

Tuition and Fees (2015-16) Item Amount

Tuition and Fees

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Books

$ 1,200

Residence and Meal Plan

$

Sub-total

$ 19,441

Scholarships

$ 3,000

Total Investment

$

reward scholarships assistance excellence 2015-2016 VIEWBOOK

11,041 7,200

16,441

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campus visits Visit Ambrose yourself and see how you can be part of this vibrant community. Book online at ambrose.edu.

Open House Weekend November 13-14, 2015

Students in Grades 10+ and parents are invited to drop in to see all that Ambrose has to offer. Tour the campus and Residence, talk to professors, check out programs.

Coming from out of town? Check out our travel bursary for out of town students.

Preview Ambrose February 25, 2016; March 22, 2016

Students will get a more comprehensive look at admissions, financial aid, and programs.

Sit in on a class, meet with our faculty and experience student life.

Student for a Day September through April, Monday through Friday

Students grades 11 and 12, attend university for the day and experience the Ambrose community. Book two days in advance, tour the campus, sit in on class, and hang out with a student ambassador. You can also attend The Chapel if you book a Tuesday or Thursday.

Personal Visit Any time

Meet with an Enrolment Advisor and a faculty member; tour the campus and Residence.

Call in advance to make the most out of your visit.

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