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Explore Our Faculties
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Degrees, Programs & Admissions Information
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Our Facilities
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Welcome to Pronghorn Country
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Our City
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We’re in Calgary and Edmonton, too.
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Money Matters
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Student Housing
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Scholarships
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Campuses in Lethbridge, Calgary and Edmonton
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Bringing minds together – it’s something new media professor Leanne Elias does in her research and with her students. She’s known for collaborating with students on her research projects, not to mention regularly taking them to SXSW (South by Southwest), an annual music, film and interactive conference/festival in Texas. And when her students describe her, they use phrases like, “she impacted my entire life.”
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Question everything. Explore every subject. Examine every angle. Debate. Seek to understand. Share. Don’t take someone else’s word for it – learn to think for yourself. As a uLethbridge student, you are a student of the world, preparing not only for the careers of the future, but also creating a better tomorrow. It’s a job description that requires a toolkit of skills: • • • • •
big-picture thinking adaptability problem-solving effective communication the drive to be a lifelong learner
In a recent report in the Globe and Mail, Todd Hirsh, chief economist of ATB Financial, said: “What post-secondary education needs to do – be it through a liberal-arts degree or a polytechnic certification program – is prepare students not for a job, but for a lifetime of morphing careers.” At uLethbridge, our liberal-education foundation enables you to explore a variety of subjects and discover what you’re passionate about while developing the critical-thinking and analytical skills you’ll need when you graduate and in the years ahead.
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“Be prepared for change – whether it be your point of view, worldview or career you want to pursue. Going to university is an experience that will most likely change your life.”
Watch Maria’s video and learn how she discovered her passion at discover.uleth.ca/maria
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Meet Maria. Maria Livingston, fourth-year Native American studies major
Community Activist. Artist. Leader. Shy and self-reflective, Maria didn’t always think a university education was for her. Since beginning her studies at uLethbridge, however, she has connected with herself and her culture in a unique way. She uses her art to bridge cultural gaps and help people realize the importance of First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) culture. She’s incredibly active with student groups across campus, has completed three independent studies and has been on the Dean’s Honour List four semesters. The most helpful piece of advice you’ve received? “Get to know your professors on a more personal level.” Future plans: “To combine my art and passion for culture in a career working with FNMI youth.” How would you describe your uLethbridge experience? “The past few years have been a path toward my true identity. I’ve discovered where I fit in and what I’m supposed to do. My university experience has made me question my point of view toward the world in a positive way. I am challenged to think critically, without biases, and my professors encourage and guide me.”
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At ULethbridge, you’ll find the next generation of researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders at every turn. Why? Because we combine liberal education with exceptional opportunities for research, discovery and creative achievement. uLethbridge students – at all levels – play a key role in the discoveries they learn about in the classroom. By participating in the investigative journey, your learning will go beyond the theoretical to the practical.
Your curiosity will pique, your creativity will grow and your confidence to handle future academic challenges will increase. You’ll gain critical-thinking and communication skills that will help you in advanced studies or in the workplace. And you’ll have the opportunity to work with some of world’s brightest minds and most accomplished researchers. Regardless of your major, whether you plan to go on to graduate studies or begin a professional career, being involved in research as an undergraduate will help you stand out from the crowd when you graduate.
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At uLethbridge, you don’t just learn from world-renowned professors like Dr. Cameron Goater (who literally wrote the textbook on parasites) – you work alongside them. Visit discover.ulethbridge.ca/goater to learn more about his research. Who knew parasites could be so fascinating?
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Meet ISAAC. Isaac Ward, fourth-year neuroscience major
Scientist. CEO. Student. He’s a published scientist, the CEO of Synbiologica Ltd. (a corporation that is in the process of patenting a biomedical technology that provides rapid hormonedetection results) and, get this: he’s still an undergraduate student. Why did you choose uLethbridge? “I’m originally from Sherwood Park, Alta., and I came to uLethbridge because I could get a neuroscience degree at an undergraduate level. Also, the small classes played an important role in my decision.” What have you enjoyed most about your program so far? “Because uLethbridge is a research-intensive university, I have been able to gain a lot of hands-on experience and develop applied research skills.” “I have also been a member of uLethbridge iGEM teams (iGEM stands for International Genetically Engineered Machine and the uLethbridge team regularly ranks among the top in the world). iGEM has enabled me to develop new scientific skills in an emerging field, and also strong organizational, project management and leadership skills. I’ve gone on multiple international trips and to many competitions, which have enabled me to grow and meet colleagues and leaders in the field from all over the world. “
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Visit discover.ulethbridge.ca/isaac to learn more about Isaac’s research and how he became a CEO while still an undergraduate student.
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There are a weath of opportunities at uLethbridge that allow you to customize your degree. Take advantage of them! Visit discover.ulethbridge.ca/jumpin to learn about our Malawi Field Study and other student opportunities.
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Your university experience – and your future – are up to you. Your education isn’t just about what you learn in the classroom, it’s also about the experiences you have outside of it. Explore your interests and expand your horizons on campus and abroad. Where it all starts: • • • •
co-operative education/ internships applied studies independent studies international exchanges
What will you do? Here are a few ideas: 1. Work alongside the world’s leading minds at our Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience. Program the latest game craze. Track bears in Waterton. Develop business acumen. Bring health and fitness to Canada. Feed the world. Make sense of numbers. Translate foreign policy. Take your learning beyond the classroom with paid, full-time, hands-on experience that is transferable to any industry. Participate in a co-op work term and develop your professional network. Learn more: ulethbridge.ca/coop. 2. Head to Africa for the Global Health & Arts for Change Field Study in Malawi, where you’ll conduct culturally relevant healthpromotion activities in relation to the diseases of malaria, tuberculosis and HIV-AIDS.
3. Teach to fish. The President’s Grant for International Community Engagement provides up to $5,000 for students to spend an extended period of time (at least three months) working in a paid or volunteer role in a developing country. What’s key to the funding is students must leave knowledge behind to better the lives of the people they are working with. For example, Brandon McNally spent the summer in Nepal working with Environmental Camps for Conservation Awareness and researched the Nava Durga tradition. 4. Help your local community. In the Integrated Management Experience (IME) program, you’ll apply the lessons learned in the classroom in a real-world setting. Management students from all majors can apply to the program, and work together over the course of several months with an organization in the community. So far, IME students have raised more than $150,000 for Lethbridge organizations.
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Meet Selin. Selin Bilgin Bachelor of Arts ‘14
Lover of languages and cultures. Explorer. Volunteer. The first time you meet Selin, she may say: “Selam,” “Hi,” Bonjour” or “Hola.” That’s because she speaks four languages (Turkish, English, French and Spanish).
“University isn’t just about going to class, going home and going to the occasional party. What changed the game for me is volunteering. You meet different people from totally different backgrounds. Be part of something and commit to it.”
What extra activities did you do while a student at uLethbridge? “Last year, I went on an exchange to Argentina and spent six months abroad. I hosted a radio show on CKXU called Chill Out, Farout, and played music from around the world and talked about health and wellness. I also volunteered at community events, from DJing at the International Night to being the Fresh Fest Jamboree coordinator.” Why did you choose uLethbridge? “I knew from a young age that I wanted to help people. Originally I thought I would be an elementary teacher, so I came to the University of Lethbridge for the education program. I was studying general social science, but then I took one Spanish course and I fell in love. Language is that bridge to other people. There are so many thoughts and ideas you don’t even know exist until you speak with people in their own language.”
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Life is complicated enough. Your education shouldn’t be. uLethbridge is a place where you can clear your head and fill your mind. From the moment you step 10 supports that will onto campus for New help you along the way: Student Orientation to the 1. New Student Orientation (NSO) day you cross the stage at Convocation and become 2. Fresh Fest – meet new friends and have a blast part of our alumni family, you’ll find the support you 3. Free tutoring need to succeed. 4. Study-skills services Fresh Fest is an annual event for new and returning students to start the year off with a bang! Take a sneak peek at discover. ulethbridge.ca/freshfest
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24-hour collaborative learning centre
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Stress-buster Carnival
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Car smash (Yes, we said, “car smash”)
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Free yoga and Zumba classes
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Puppies! De-stress with a cuddly new friend. Therapy dogs are on campus September to April.
10. Cupcakes – just ask res students about the tasty treats they receive before exams each spring.
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Meet justin Justin Bechthold Bachelor of Education ’14
Math and science whiz. Educator. Shaper of tomorrow’s leaders. Like approximately 70 per cent of uLethbridge students, Justin moved to Lethbridge specifically to attend university. Originally from Calgary, Justin had already completed a science degree. While it was our education program’s noteable reputation that brought him to uLethbridge, it was his professors and new friends who made him feel right at home. The best part of your program? “The small class sizes and ability to develop real relationships with my classmates and professors. Kurtis Hewson was the best professor I ever had. His passion for learning and teaching is incredibly inspiring. He leads by example and has encouraged me to be the best educator I can be.” It’s been a few months since you completed your degree. What are you doing now? “I combined my passion for math, science and children, and I’m a junior high teacher in Calgary.” What advice would you offer to new students? “Dive in headfirst. Have a blast. And get involved in as many things as you can. The more people you meet early on the better. Develop relationships with people in your program. Find a study buddy!” 16
Check out Justin’s uLethbridge story at discover.ulethbridge.ca/justin. Find out how our outstanding education program plus one-on-one interaction with his professors prepared Justin for life as a junior high school teacher.
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WEST LETHBRIDGE
COMMUNITY SPORTS STADIUM
STUDENT RESIDENCES
The Lethbridge campus spans 500 acres, and is a living, learning laboratory. You are only steps away from a diverse ecosystem to study, walking and biking trails, a campus lake and the Oldman River. Ample room to think.
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STUDENTS’ UNION BUILDING
1ST CHOICE SAVINGS CENTRE
UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
ANDERSON HALL
MARKIN HALL
ALBERTA WATER AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE BUILDING (AWESB)
CANADIAN CENTRE FOR BEHAVIOURAL NEUROSCIENCE (CCBN)
UNIVERSITY HALL
CENTRE FOR THE ARTS
Make sure you take a scenic tour of our beautiful campus at discover.ulethbridge.ca/campus
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Explore our Faculties Once you’re admitted to uLethbridge, you’ll be part of a “Faculty” – an academic family of sorts. At uLethbridge, we have five Faculties: Arts & Science, Education, Fine Arts, Health Sciences and Management, plus the School of Graduate Studies. There are certain aspects to a uLethbridge education that are universal across Faculties – small classes, liberal education, professors who are researchers, a supportive learning environment and opportunities like international exchanges, applied studies, co-op and research experiences. But when you really get to know our Faculties, you’ll discover a few interesting things...
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Faculty of Arts & Science •
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Some of the world’s best researchers are your teachers – like renowned scientist (and a founder of neuroscience at uLethbridge) Dr. Robert Sutherland.
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Amazing opportunities! For example, each year, professor Dr. Shawn Bubel (who is also a uLethbridge alumna) takes students on a once-in-alifetime trip to Tel Beth Shemesh, Israel, for an archaeological field school – for course credit! Check it out: people.uleth.ca/~bubest
The Co-op program offers work experiences for every major at both the undergraduate (CAFCE accredited) and graduate levels. We are the only university in Alberta to do this.
Faculty of Education
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Our education program is one of the leading programs in the country.
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You’ll take Education 2500 (Orientation to Teaching) before you begin the program to be sure teaching is the right profession for you. This course is unique in North America.
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Your professors are professional artists, scholars and researchers.
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You’ll become part of a vibrant creative community – on campus and off.
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You’ll have ample opportunities to work with nationally and internationally renowned artists who visit the campus.
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Amazing facilities, like Studio One – a world-class recording studio – and individual studio spaces for senior art students.
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You’ll receive 27 weeks of off-campus practicum experience, teaching in multiple settings, such as elementary AND secondary schools (also unique to uLethbridge).
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Your professors are teachers. They have all taught in K-12 classrooms, and balance theory with practice.
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Our Digital Audio Arts major is the most comprehensive degree program of its kind in western Canada and combines academic courses and a classical music base with experiences in audio engineering, music production and the sonic arts. Just ask our Digital Audio Arts students – the University of Lethbridge Shure Recording Team – who took the runner-up prize in the 10th annual International Shure Fantastic 10 Scholastic Recording Competition.
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All fine arts students are able to complete co-op work terms as part of their degree!
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You’ll work with diverse populations and become a citizen of the world through local, national and
international learning opportunities. For example, this year nursing students went to Uganda; addictions counselling students completed practicums in Europe, Australia and the United States (at well-known clinics like the Betty Ford Center); and public health students worked with major organizations like Alberta Health Services and the Canadian Diabetes Association.
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You’ll learn in high-tech and real-world environments, including our labs, stateof-the-art simulation health centre and along-side industry partners.
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Our programs set graduates up for employment. You’ll understand the theory of the work you are doing and will know how to apply it to practice.
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Public Health majors are eligiable for co-op work placements.
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Focus on the issues that confront business and management in the 21st Century: expanding opportunities for Canadian business in global markets; fostering innovation and productivity growth to enable businesses to compete in those markets; and responding effectively to the environmental challenges that face business and society.
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Take courses on the Lethbridge, Calgary or Edmonton campus – or all three.
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Learn in one of the most modern and forward-looking facilities in Canada for studying business and management.
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Take advantage of amazing opportunities to integrate theory and practice; exceptional co-op placements.
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Invest in real time with real money. In the Student Managed Investment Fund, you can gain practical experience in investment analysis and portfolio management. Experience both the thrill of a good payback and the stress of feeling responsible for losses.
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Become a principled leader who thinks globally, acts insightfully and makes a difference in your organization and community.
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If you’re thinking ahead to graduate studies (and even if you’re not quite yet), uLethbridge offers master’s degrees in arts (humanities and social sciences), fine arts, music, sciences, management, education, counselling and health sciences in an array of disciplines, as well as PhDs in multidisciplinary areas. As a graduate student, you can create your own opportunities and work side by side with some of the brightest minds in the world.
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Students in the master of arts and master of science programs may participate in co-op work terms as part of their degree.
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F or more information, contact: sgsinquiries@uleth.ca or visit ulethbridge.ca/graduatestudies
Multi-what? At uLethbridge, Faculties aren’t silos. Our size, and particularly our culture, create a MULTIDISCIPLINARY learning environment that’s evident in our research, teaching and programs. For example, researchers in anthropology, English, education, history, psychology and neuroscience are all collaborating to explore youth and childhood. By bringing minds together and exploring topics from multiple angles, they are finding answers and, perhaps even more importantly, discovering better questions. This cross-discipline collaboration takes place across campus and is also evident in programs like the 50-course combined Bachelor of Fine Arts (New Media)/Bachelor of Management and the Bachelor of Health Sciences (Public Health)/Bachelor of Management programs.
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The program’s unique combination of fine arts and management courses, digital technology and liberal arts electives is a response to the demands of industry where the hiring focus is shifting from a primarily technical or academic workforce to a more artistically developed and creatively diverse talent pool. The program thoroughly prepares graduates to meet the challenges and thrive in a changing work environment through hands-on experiences inside
and outside the classroom, including co-operative education opportunities.
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Two options for majors in the BMgt program: general management or human resource management and labour relations.
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The program provides students with practical managerial skills and theoretical public health knowledge for careers in a wide range of non-clinical public health roles.
Program News NEW: Bachelor of Health Sciences (Aboriginal Health)
NEW: Bachelor of Therapeutic Recreation (BTR)*
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Gain the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed for work in the field of Aboriginal health.
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Major topics include: traditional Aboriginal health concepts, contemporary issues in Aboriginal health, community development, nutrition and cultural issues.
Therapeutic recreation is a health profession that acknowledges the significance of leisure and recreation as integral components of optimal health and well-being of individuals with illnesses and disabling conditions.
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This program will provide diplomaeducated students with the first degree option available in Alberta and provides advancement opportunities for current TR practitioners in Alberta and across Canada to meet the professional path equivalency for certification.
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Practicum experiences with urban and rural Aboriginal communities to develop and evaluate interventions that address community identified health needs for children, youth and adults.
*Accepting applications for Fall 2015 pending government approval.
Pre-Engineering Looking to begin your engineering education in southern Alberta? uLethbridge is the perfect place to start. We offer pre-engineering as well as small classes and a personal and supportive environment. Learn more: ulethbridge.ca/prepro
Water, Sustainability & Social Justice | Fall 2015 The Faculty of Arts & Science is piloting an innovative, integrated, immersive liberal education experience that will offer a themebased package to first-year students. In the fall of 2015, the theme will focus on water, sustainability and social justice, illustrating the connections that many disciplines have to these important topics. Be part of a select group of fellow students with common interests from year one right through to Convocation. Find out more: ulethbridge.ca/artsci/cohorts 23
Wonder what it’s like to be a student at uLethbridge? Here’s a glimpse.
To see more through the eyes of our students, search #uleth on Instagram.
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Degrees and Programs We offer more than 150 programs at uLethbridge. We think it is important that you explore your interests to find out what you are passionate about. Our general liberal arts requirements are structured so every course you take in your first year applies to your degree, no matter which program you choose. Bachelor of Education (Second Degree or Combined Degrees programs only)
Bachelor of Arts Agricultural Studies 1, 6 Anthropology Archaeology and Geography 1, 6 Art 2
Art Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Art 5 ,6
Career and Technology Studies (CTS): Business Focus
Art History/Museum Studies
Drama Education
Dramatic Arts 2 Economics 3, 6 English
Mathematics Education
Music Education
Physical Education
Art Studio
Bachelor of Music 6
(40-course or Second Degree)
Geography 1, 6
Accounting
Kinesiology
Computer Science
Music
Bachelor of Fine Arts – New Media 6
Bachelor of Management
General Major (Social Sciences)
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Bachelor of Fine Arts – Multidisciplinary
Art History/Museum Studies
French/Spanish
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Technical/Design
Art 6
Social Studies Education
General Major (Humanities)
Performance
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Native American
Native Education
Science Education
French
Art Studio Bachelor of Fine Arts – Dramatic Arts5
English Language Arts Education
Modern Languages Education
Canadian Studies
Bachelors of Fine Arts
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Digital Audio Arts 1
Music 5
Economics 5
Native American Studies
Finance
Philosophy
First Nations Governance
Political Science 3
General Management
Aboriginal Health 7
Psychology 1
Human Resource Management and Labour Relations
Addictions Counselling
Religious Studies Sociology Urban and Regional Studies Women and Gender Studies
Bachelor of Health Sciences
Public Health
International Management Marketing
Bachelor of Nursing 6
Political Science 5 Nursing
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Bachelor of Science
Combined Degrees
Agricultural Biotechnology 6
Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Education
Agricultural Studies 5, 6
Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Management
Archaeology and Geography 5, 6
Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science
Biochemistry 6
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Art / Bachelor of Education
Biological Sciences Chemistry
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Dramatic Arts / Bachelor of Education
Computer Science 3, 6 Computer Science and Geographical Information Science
As a comprehensive university, uLethbridge offers a number of programs at the graduate level. If you are interested in learning more about our School of Graduate Studies, please contact the SGS office at 403-329-2793.
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Bachelor of Fine Arts – New Media / Bachelor of Management
Environmental Science 6
Bachelor of Health Sciences / Bachelor of Management
General Major (Sciences)
Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Education
Geography
Bachelor of Management / Bachelor of Education
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Kinesiology 5 ,6 Mathematics 6 Neuroscience 6 Physics 6
Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Management
Psychology 5 Remote Sensing 6
1 Also available as a Bachelor of Science 2 Also available as a Bachelor of Fine Arts 3 Also available as a Bachelor of Management 4 Also available as a Bachelor of Music 5 Also available as a Bachelor of Arts 6 Additional requirements for entry into program. 7 Pending government approval For more information, visit discover.uleth.ca/ additional-requirements. Questions? Contact Enrolment Services at 403-329-2762 or inquiries@uleth.ca.
Pre-Professional Transfer Programs Engineering 6 Dentistry (University of Alberta) Journalism (University of Regina) Law (University of Alberta) Law (University of Calgary) Medicine (University of Alberta) Medicine (University of Calgary) Social Work (University of Calgary) Veterinary Medicine (University of Saskatchewan)
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Canadian High School Admission Requirements
The following are the general admission requirements for
For information about additional admission pathways
Environmental Science) and may require higher averages
Require Prior Mathematics” and ”Programs that DO Require
applicants presenting credentials from Canadian high schools. The
including First Nations Transition Program, Non-matriculated
(refer to the applicable section in the uLethbridge Calendar),
Prior Mathematics After Admission” at ulethbridge.ca/ross/
English Language Proficiency requirement applies to students whose
Adults, and International Students, please contact our
and some programs may have additional requirements (e.g.,
hs_prereqs/math/math_requirements.
first language is not English.
Admissions office. Some programs are competitive (e.g.,
Nursing, New Media). Note: See “Programs that DO NOT
THREE academic Grade 12 courses from the section below Province/Territory
Alberta, N.W.T, Nunavut 1
English Course
• English Language Arts 30-1
British Columbia / Yukon Territories 2
• One of English 12 or English 12 First Peoples
Manitoba 3
• English Language Arts 40S (one credit)
Language other than English 10
• One or more 30-level languages in distinct subjects
• One of Français 12, French 12, or French 12A • Any 12 or 12A-level language
Math
Social Studies
*Applicants may use uLethbridge’s Math 0500
• One of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2
• Social Studies 30-1 • Aboriginal Studies 30
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History 12 Geography 12 Comparative Civilizations 12 B.C. First Nations’ Studies 12
• One of Pre-Calculus 12 or Foundations of Mathematics 12
Calculus
• Mathematics 31
• Calculus 12
Biology
• Biology 30
• Biology 12
Chemistry
• Chemistry 30
• Chemistry 12
Physics
• Physics 30
• Physics 12
Other Academic Subjects
A fifth distinct course
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Can be academic or non-academic Must be at the 30 level Must be worth at least five credits (multiple courses worth a total of five or more credits can be used) Cannot be a Special Project
One of: • Art Foundations 12, Studio Arts 12, or Visual Arts 12 • Dance 12 • Choral Music 12 or Instrumental Music 12 • Theatre Performance 12 or Theatre Production 12
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Can be academic or non-academic Must be at the 12 level Must be worth at least four credits
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Can be academic or non-academic Must be at the 40 level Must be worth at least one credit
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Can be academic or non-academic Must be at the 120, 121, or 122 level Must be worth at least one credit
• Science 30 • Five credits in Advanced-level CTS Computer Science (CSE)
One of: • Art 30 or Art 31 • Dance 35 • Drama 30 • Choral Music 30, General Music 30, or Instrumental Music 30
• Geology 12 • ICT Computer Programming 12 • English Literature 12 • Writing 12
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• Any 40S-level language
• Western Civilization 40S • Global Issues 40S • A Human Perspective of World Geography 40S
• One of Applied Mathematics 40S or Pre-Calculus 40S
• Biology 40S
• Chemistry 40S
• Physics 40S
• Computer Science 40S
One of: • Art 40S or Art 40G • Drama 40S • Band 40S, Choral 40S, Guitar 40S, Jazz Band 40S, Music 40S, or Strings/Orchestra 40S
• One of English 121 or 122
• One of French 121 or 122 • Any 121- or 122-level language
• One of History 121 or 122 • Geography 120 • World Issues 120
• Advanced Mathematics Intro to Calculus 120 • Trigonometry and 3-Space 121 or 122
• One of Biology 120, 121, or 122
• One of Chemistry 121 or 122
• One of Physics 121 or 122
• Environmental Studies 122
One of: • 121- or 122-level Fine Arts course • Theatre Arts 120 • Music 120
• English 3201
• One of French 3200 or French 3201 • Any 3200-level language
• World History 3201 • World Geography 3202
• One of Mathematics 3200 or 3201
• Biology 3201
• Chemistry 3202
• Physics 3204
• Earth Systems 3209
• One 3000-level, two-credit Fine Arts course
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Can be academic or non-academic Must be at the 3000 level Must be worth at least two credits
Nova Scotia 5
• One of English 12 (Academic) or English 12 African Heritage
• French 12 • Any 12-level language
• Global History 12 • Global Geography 12
• One of Pre-Calculus 12, or Advanced Mathematics 12, or Mathematics 12, or Mathematics Foundations 12
• Biology 12
• Chemistry 12
• Physics 12
• Geology 12
One of: • Art 12 • Film and Video Production 12 • Music 12
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Can be academic or non-academic Must be at the 12 level Must be worth at least one credit
Ontario 6
• One of English 4U or ETS4U
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Prince Edward Island 7
• One of English 611 or 621
• French 621 • Any 621-level language
• History 621 • Geography 621
• One of Mathematics 621A or 621B
• Music 621
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Can be academic or non-academic Must be at the 600 level Must be worth at least one credit
• English Literature 603
• One of Français 601, French as a Second Language 602 • Any 607- to 616-level language
• History 330 • Geography 320
• Mathematics 201
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• One of Pre-Calculus 30 or Foundations of Mathematics 30
New Brunswick
Newfoundland and Labrador 4
Quebec 8 Two semesters of CEGEP courses in English and four other academic subjects.
Saskatchewan 9
• English Language Arts A30/English Language Arts B30 (counts as one course)
1 Alberta, N.W.T. and Nunavut: Students are strongly encouraged to complete Mathematics 30-1. Math 30-2 may be used as an academic course for admission, but Mathematics 30-1 is required as a prerequisite for courses in certain programs. 2 British Columbia and Yukon Territories: Where provincial examinations are mandatory, applicants must present final grades that include provincial examination grades. Whether the provincial examination is mandatory or optional, the admission average will be calculated using
• Calculus 3208
• Calculus 12
Three additional ‘4U’ courses which may include one fine arts ‘4M’ course
• One of Français Fransaskois A30 or B30, or French 30 • Any 30-level language
History 30 Social Studies 30 Native Studies 30 Geography 30
the higher of the provincial examination grade or school grade. Students are strongly encouraged to complete Pre-Calculus 12. Foundations of Mathematics 12 may be used as an academic course for admission, but Pre-Calculus 12 is required as a prerequisite for courses in certain programs. 3 Manitoba: Students are strongly encouraged to complete Pre-Calculus 40S. Applied Mathematics 40S may be used as an academic course for admission, but Pre-Calculus 40S is required as a prerequisite for courses in certain programs.
• Mathematics 611
• Calculus 30
Newfoundland and Labrador: Students are strongly encouraged to complete Mathematics 3200. Mathematics 3201 may be used as an academic course for admission, but Mathematics 3200 is required as a prerequisite for courses in certain programs. 5 Nova Scotia: Students are strongly encouraged to complete Pre-Calculus 12, Advanced Mathematics 12, or Mathematics 12. Mathematics Foundations 12 may be used as an academic course for admission, but Pre-Calculus 12, Advanced Mathematics 12, or Mathematics 12 is 4
• Biology 621
• One of Chemistry 611 or 621
• Physics 621
• Biology 101
• Chemistry 202
• Physics 203
One of: • Art 520 • Drama 560 • Music 550
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Not applicable
• Physics 30
One of: • Arts Education 30 or Visual Art 30 • Dance 30 • Drama 30 • Band 30, Choral 30, or Music 30
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Can be academic or non-academic Must be at the 30 level Must be worth at least one credit
• Biology 30
• Chemistry 30
required as a prerequisite in certain programs. 6 Ontario: Students are strongly encouraged to complete Advanced Functions (MHF4U). Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U) may be used as an academic course for admission, but MHF4U is required as a prerequisite for courses in certain programs. 7 Prince Edward Island: Mathematics 621B is recommended for students entering science or management programs. 8 Quebec: Two complete years may qualify the applicant for advanced credits. 9 Saskatchewan: Fransakois/
• Oceanography 621
• Computer Science 30 • Geology 30
Immersion students may use one of Français Fransakois A30 or B30 or Français Immersion in combination with either one of the English Language Arts courses. Students are strongly encouraged to complete Pre-Calculus 12. Foundations of Mathematics 12 may be used as an academic course for admission, but Pre-Calculus 12 is required as a prerequisite for courses in certain programs. 10 Only one course in a particular language will be used for admission purposes, e.g., in Alberta, only one of French Language Arts 30-1 or French as a Second Language
30-3Y will be used. Grades from 20-level language, or language and culture courses in six-, nine-, or 12-year streams may be used for admission purposes in place of 30-level languages, e.g., German Language and Culture 20-6Y. 11 Only one Fine Arts course may be used as an academic course in the admission average. Another distinct Fine Arts course may be used as a fifth course. For example, Art 30 could be used as one of the academic courses and Music 30 could be used as a fifth course.
Transfer and post-diploma information If you’ve attended another post-secondary institution, you may be able to get credit for the courses you completed elsewhere. Students with transferable post-secondary courses are considered either post-diploma students or transfer students. These programs are designed to build on the foundation you obtained through your diploma program and give you core academic skills in that subject. Post-diploma degrees are typically 20 courses in length and consist of selected upper-year courses in your subject area, as well as courses to meet the General Liberal Education Requirement. Find out if your diploma matches to a post-diploma program at the uLethbridge by visiting ulethbridge.ca/postdiploma. Post-diploma admission is generally based on a cumulative 2.5 GPA or higher. Some programs may be competitive. If you think your program may be eligible to link up with a uLethbridge degree, but you do not see your diploma on the list, please contact us.
Faculty of Arts & Science
Bachelor of Mangement 1, 2
BA or BSc – Agricultural Studies
BMgt – Accounting
BSc – Computer Science
BMgt – Finance
BSc – Environmental Science
BMgt – First Nations’ Governance
BSc – Geography (with a concentration in GIS)
BMgt – General Management
Faculty of Fine Arts
BMgt – Human Resource Management and Labour Relations BMgt – International Management BMgt – Marketing
BFA – Art (after two- or three-year diploma) BFA – Dramatic Arts (after two- or three-year diploma)
BMgt/BEd – General Management 1 The Faculty may consider a diploma from an unrelated field. 2 Post-diploma students require a cumulative GPA of 3.0 for guaranteed admission and a cumulative GPA of 2.6 to be considered competetive.
BFA – Multidisciplinary BFA – Art/BEd BFA – Dramatic Arts/BEd BMus – Music
CPA Bridging 3 Professional Diploma in Accounting (Undergraduate degree required)
BMus – Music/BEd
Management Certificate Faculty of Health Sciences Finance BHSc – Addictions Counselling
First Nations’ Governance 4
BTR – Bachelor of Therapeutic Recreation*
General Management 3
BNursing – After Degree
Human Resources Management and Labour Relations
* Pending government approval
International Management Marketing 3 Available at all campuses 4 Lethbridge Campus only
For admission to the University of Lethbridge as a transfer student, most programs require a cumulative 2.0 GPA, although some programs may be competitive. Depending on the number of transferable courses you have completed, we may also review your high school transcripts when considering your application for admission. It is quite common for individual courses to transfer as unspecified credit. Academic advisors can help determine how the credit can be applied to your specific program of study. Students interested in transferring to uLethbridge should keep as much material from their courses as possible. Textbooks, class notes, exams and course outlines could all be considered during the transfer assessment.
# of Transferable Courses
High School Marks Required
Min. Average Required
Transferable Min. Courses – GPA GPA Required Required
0-2
Yes
65%
No
N/A
3-4
Yes
60%
Yes
2.0
5-7
Yes
60%
Yes
2.0
8+
Yes*
N/A
Yes
2.0
* Your high school marks are not used to determine your admission GPA, but an average of 60% or higher is required. If you are not sure whether eight of your courses will transfer, you should also send your high school transcript.
Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) AP Course
U of L Course
IB Course
Art History
AHMS 2225/2xxx (6)
Art/Design, Higher Level
5
ART 2032/2xxx (6)
Art Studio (Drawing) Art Studio (2-D Design) Art Studio (3-D Design)
ART 2031(3) ART 2xxx (3) ART 2032 (3)
Biology, Higher Level
5
BIOL 1010 (3)
Biology
BIOL 1010 (3)
Chemistry, Higher Level Chemistry, Standard Level
5 7
CHEM 1000/2000 (6) CHEM 1000 (3)
Calculus AB Calculus BC (grade of 3, 4, or 5)
MATH 1560/2560 (6) MATH 1560/2560 (6)
Computer Science, Higher Level
5
CPSC 1620 (3)
Chemistry
CHEM 1000/2000 (6)
Economics, Higher Level Economics, Standard Level
5 5
ECON 1010/1012 (6) ECON 1010 (3)
Computer Science A
CPSC 1620 (3)
English A1, Higher Level
5
ENGL 1xxx (3) 1
Economics (Macroeconomics) Economics (Microeconomics)
ECON 1012 (3) ECON 1010 (3)
5 5 5
FREN 2000/2300 (6) FREN 2000/2300 (6) FREN 1500/2000 (6)
English (Language and Composition) English (Literature and Composition)
ENGL 1900 (3) ENGL 1xxx (3)1
French A, Higher or Standard Level French B, Higher Level French B, Standard Level Geography, Higher Level Geography, Standard Level
5 5
GEOG 1000/1200 (6) ENVS 2000 (3)
Environmental Science
ENVS 2000 (3)
French (Language) French (Literature)
FREN 1500/2000 (6) FREN 2300/2xxx (6)
German A, Higher or Standard Level German B, Higher Level German B, Standard Level
5 5 5
GERM 2000/2300 (6) GERM 2000/2300 (6) GERM 1500/2000 (6)
Geography (Human)
GEOG 1200 (3)
Greek, Higher Level
German (Language)
GERM 1500/2000 (6)
History (European) History (United States) History (World)
HIST 1000 (3) HIST 2600 (3) HIST 1000 (3)
History, Higher Level History Africa, Higher Level History Europe/Middle East, Higher Level
5 5 5
HIST 1000 (3) HIST 1xxx (3) HIST 1xxx (3)
5
CPSC 1xxx (3) 2
Japanese (Language and Culture)
Under Review
Information Technology in a Global Society, Higher Level
Latin
Special Assessment
Latin, Higher or Standard Level
-
Special Assessment
Music (Listening and Literature)2 Music (Theory)2
MUSI 1000 (3) MUSI 1xxx (3)
Physics B Physics C (Electricity and Magnetism) Physics C (Mechanics) Physics C (Mechanics/Electricity and Magnetism)
Mathematics, Higher Level Math/Further Maths, Higher Level Math/Further Maths, Higher Level
5 5 6
MATH 1560 (3) MATH 1560 (3) MATH 1560/2560 (6)
PHYS 1050 (3) PHYS 2000 (3) PHYS 1000 (3) PHYS 1000/2000 (6)
Music, Higher Level
5
MUSI 2xxx (6) 3
Philosophy, Higher Level
-
Special Assessment
Physics, Higher Level
5
PHYS 1000 or 1050 (3)
POLI 1000 (3)
Psychology, Higher or Standard Level
4
PSYC 1000 (3) ANTH 1000 (3)
Political Science
Min. Grade
U of L Course
Special Assessment
Psychology
PSYC 1000 (3)
Social Anthropology, Higher Level
5
Spanish (Language) Spanish (Literature)
SPAN 1500/2000 (6) SPAN 2300/2xxx (6)
Spanish A: Literature, Higher or Standard Level Spanish A: Language and Literature, Higher or Standard Level Spanish B, Higher Level Spanish B, Standard Level Spanish AB Initio, Standard Level
-
Under Review
-
Under Review
5 5 -
SPAN 2000/3001 (6) SPAN 1500/2000 (6) Under Review
Theatre, Higher Level
5
DRAM 1xxx (3)
Visual Arts, Higher Level
5
Art 2031/2032 (6)
1 This course fulfills the requirement of the English 1900 prerequisite. Students receiving this transfer may not subsequently
take English 1900 for credit.
2 These courses will not count toward Music requirements for Music majors.
1 This course serves as English 1900 for prerequisite purposes for higher English courses. 2 Not a prerequisite for higher level Computer Science courses. 3 Two unspecified Music credits may be applied to specific Music requirements after interview and assessment by the
Department of Music.
“I look forward to every day because there is always something amazing happening.� Sarah MacDonald Second-year, Bachelor of Music/ Pre-Education major
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Where you learn shapes how you learn. Regardless of your program, our world-class facilities will inspire you. •
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uLethbridge’s Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience is the only research facility of its kind in Canada, and it’s home to some of the world’s leading neuroscientists. By examining everything from disease, injury and experience, their work is advancing our understanding of the brain. A world-class facility, the Alberta Water and Environmental Science Building puts researchers and their students in the centre of southern Alberta’s living, learning laboratory
Health Centre. The lifelike mannequins are extraordinary – they give birth, they have heart attacks, they even respond to medication – enabling students to practise their skills and critical decisionmaking in a safe and interactive way.
where they study critical water and environmental issues, like climate change. •
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The Centre for Financial Market Research and Teaching simulates financial markets with live data feeds, market information and continuous financial news. You use the same tools, techniques and data sets you will encounter when you begin your career in the financial sector. Nursing students gain exceptional hands-on learning in the Simulation
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The uLethbridge Library houses approximately one million holdings. In addition to providing you with resources to help with your projects, assignments and research, the library boasts some of the best study spaces on campus, a new coffee shop and a spectacular view!
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The Centre for the Arts is the place on campus to indulge in the arts, no matter what your major. You can catch exciting shows, art exhibitions, theatre productions and musical performances all year long. Any student with an interest can audition for a play, sing in our choirs or play with the wind orchestra, jazz or percussion ensemble. Imagine learning from one of the most significant art collections in Canada. The uLethbridge Art Collection includes more than 14,000 art objects! Through exhibitions at the uLethbridge
Art Gallery’s main, satellite and online galleries, the collection is an important teaching and research tool. •
With facilities like the 1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport and Wellness, the Max Bell Regional Aquatic Centre and the Community Sports Stadium, there is never a dull moment. You can stay fit at the gym, play on one of many varsity or intramural teams and cheer on your fellow Pronghorns at games throughout the year.
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Strong, swift and enduring – the spirit of the pronghorn is legendary. It’s a spirit that lives within us all. Whether they are competing on the court, in the boardroom, on the ice or in the laboratory, uLethbridge students proudly wear our Blue and Gold. Pronghorn Varsity Teams • • • • • •
Basketball (men’s and women’s teams) Hockey (men’s and women’s teams) Rugby (women’s team) Soccer (men’s and women’s teams) Swimming (combined team) Track and field (combined team)
For more info visit, gohorns.ca
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Intramural Sports
The Herd
Intramural sports are a great way to stay active, engage in a little healthy competition and make new friends.
Show your Pronghorn pride. Join the Herd, a student-led spirit squad that passionately supports our teams throughout the year. Meet new people, gain free admission to any Pronghorns games and cheer on our teams. Go Horns!
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Basketball Dodgeball Floor hockey Ice hockey Indoor soccer
• Ultimate frisbee • Volleyball • Water polo
Prairie Baseball Academy
Athletic Student Clubs • • • • • • •
Akido Ballet Badminton Curling Dance/Cheer Fastball Fencing
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Golf Judo Karate Kickboxing Lifesaving Club Ringette Rugby
We are proud to be associated with one of the best collegiate baseball programs in Canada. The Prairie Baseball Academy attracts players from across Canada and the United States. If you are interested in learning more about the Prairie Baseball Academy, visit prairiebaseball.ca
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When you talk about Lethbridge, three words quickly surface:
Sunshine.
Yes, we are one of Canada’s sunniest cities. Bring sunscreen and shades.
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Coulees.
Think a flowing landscape running along the river valley. Once you see them, you’ll never forget them.
Wind.
Yes – windy days warm our winters. But the breeze is indicative of our people. It’s a force that moves us all to do more. Be more. Be better. We don’t settle. And neither will you.
Home to 93,000 people, Lethbridge is a place where ideas grow. We are a campus community. Culturally vibrant with a flourishing arts scene and active social scene. Alberta’s big sky. Stunning scenery (the High Level Bridge and the Old Man River). Four distinct seasons. Spectacular sunrises and glowing sunsets. Look west and
you’ll see vast prairies and the peaks of the Rocky Mountains, which are only a short drive away (unbelievable skiing, boarding, biking, hiking and camping opportunities await). Drive anywhere in our city in 20 minutes. Park with pocket change.
2 hours south of Calgary 2 hours north of Montana
Want to get a sense of what life is like in Lethbridge? Visit discover.ulethbridge.ca/lethbridge
One of Canada’s sunniest cities, Lethbridge is a place where people and ideas grow.
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We’re in Calgary and Edmonton, too. We know not all students come to university right from high school. We also understand that it can be difficult to put life on hold to further your education. Our Calgary and Edmonton campuses offer evening and weekend classes, allowing you to work full time while you earn the credentials you need to advance your career. Flexibility matters Whether you’re interested in attending one of our campuses full time or want to take classes at all three, our flexible delivery options will help you reach your goals. And at uLethbridge, flexibility doesn’t mean online. Our face-to-face instruction will provide you with a rich and comprehensive educational experience.
Who you learn from makes a difference Boardroom by day. Classroom by night. Your professors are industry leaders, and they bring relevant, realworld experience into your classroom.
Who you study with matters, too Classes on the Calgary and Edmonton campuses are small – on average, 25 students per class – enabling you to interact with your professors and your classmates in a supportive, goal-oriented environment. Everyone learns differently and our instructors are committed to helping each of our students thrive. You will also experience the business world and can gain international experiences through our co-operative education programs, international exchanges and work-study programs.
Further your education. Advance your career. At our Calgary or Edmonton campuses, you’ll gain a broad understanding of the issues facing organizations today. You’ll learn to be a leader. You’ll be equipped to advance your career and increase your earning potential. And you’ll be well prepared for a successful future in domestic and international business, government or not-for-profit organizations. When you graduate, not only will you have the confidence to succeed in whatever you do, you will also have a degree that can take you anywhere – whether that means pursuing further education or establishing a professional career.
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“uLethbridge offers outstanding flexibility in its management programming. I was able to attend the Lethbridge campus and then wrap up my final year at the Calgary Campus, gaining professional experience while I worked full time and attended classes at night.” Larissa Featherstone (BMgt ’10) Business Analysis Professional IT Process
The University of Lethbridge is a proud partner of Campus Alberta. Calgary Campus For more information, visit ulethbridge.ca/calgary Edmonton Campus For more information, visit ulethbridge.ca/edmonton
“The small class sizes, coupled with the opportunity to gain work experience through interesting co-op placements, made uLethbridge’s Edmonton Campus a very relevant and dynamic learning environment.” Glenna Rauch (BMgt ‘08) Marketing and Human Resources Consultant Talent Sourcing at EPCOR
Admission Routes High School
Calgary Campus
Edmonton Campus
Majors
Major
Accounting
General Management
Finance General Management Human Resource Management and Labour Relations
Minors International Management
Marketing
Social Responsibility
International Management 1
Supply Chain Management
Minors
Other Progams
International Management
CPA Bridging
New Media
Management Certificate - General Management
Social Responsibility
Professional Diploma in Accounting
Supply Chain Management 1 Students who wish to complete International Management on the Calgary Campus will require alternate arrangements to complete the requirements for this major.
Other Progams
We offer direct entry to the Faculty of Management. If you are a high school graduate and have not attended college or university prior to uLethbridge, you can take advantage of applying directly to your management program. Don’t know what to major in? We are happy to work with you to find a program that matches your interests. Post-Diploma If you have a business-related college diploma, you can earn a BMgt in as little as two years. If you have an academic diploma in a non-business field, you may be able to complete a BMgt in as few as 25 courses. Transfer If you’ve completed at least eight post-secondary courses, talk to us about transferring your credits toward a BMgt program.
CPA Bridging Management Certificate 2 Professional Diploma in Accounting 2 In all majors above except Accounting.
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If you could change the world, what would you do? The truth is, each of us has infinite potential to be the change. From boardrooms to classrooms, hospitals, laboratories, farms, galleries, small towns, big cities and beyond, uLethbridge alumni are literally changing the world by putting their knowledge, discoveries, ideas and passion to work.
A few places you’ll meet uLethbridge alumni: • • • • • • • • •
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Bauer Hockey Canadian Space Agency Canada’s Olympic teams Clif Bar & Company Encana Corporation KPMG Governments of Canada, Alberta, provinces and territories CEOs of their own corporations and organizations
If you’re going to grad school, you’ll run into uLethbridge alumni at: • • •
Harvard University of Oxford U of Toronto
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McGill U of Alberta U of anywhere, really
We’re also aware that in addition to wanting to make a difference in your community, an important question for prospective students is: Will I get a job?
A few amazing alumni doing amazing things:
Statistics Canada’s latest National Graduate Survey shows:
Andrew Andreachuk (BSc/BEd ’12) and Janelle Pritchard (BN ’12), Founders, Uphill Both Ways Education and Relief Fund (www.uphillbothways.net)
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In 2013, 91% of bachelor’s and 92% of master’s graduates were employed; 84% and 87% full time, respectively. The median incomes of graduates working full time three years after graduating were: $41,600 for college graduates, $53,000 for bachelor’s, $70,000 for master’s and $75,000 for PhDs.
Aaron Barr (BFA ’02), Senior Digital Artist, Industrial Light & Magic, previously at Pixar Jenny Byford (BHSc ’14), Health Promotion Coordinator, Canadian Cancer Society Dr. Russell Goodman (BSc ’02, Co-op), MD, PhD Research Fellow in Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital; uLethbridge Rhodes Scholar; attended Oxford and Harvard Sabina Lokanc (Mgt ’03), CFO, YMCA Calgary Chelsea Woolley (BA ‘14) and Ben Toner (BA ‘14) are both heading to the National Theatre School of Canada (NTS)
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Meet Anil. Anil Pereira Bachelor of Management ’87 Executive Chairman, Verious
Entrepreneur. Executive. Alumnus. A highly respected – and successful – Silicon Valley entrepreneur and executive, Anil is one example of a very common uLethbridge experience: Through passion and hard work, he has continued to excel in his career while also making a difference in his community. After attending community college in B.C., Anil came to uLethbridge with an innate drive to succeed. Not only did he graduate with a Bachelor of Management with Great Distinction, he joined Andersen Consulting (now Accenture) and then went on to earn his MBA from Wharton, one of the top graduate business schools in the world. Since then, Anil has held executive positions with global corporations and start-up ventures. He was recognized as the uLethbridge Alumnus of the Year in 2000.
“The early days of my career were pretty much all about seeing how far I could stretch. Working hard, working smart and looking for opportunities where I could push past my own perceived limits.”
Last year, Anil returned to uLethbridge to serve as the Faculty of Management’s Executive in Residence, which brought him to the Lethbridge, Calgary and Edmonton campuses, connecting with students both inside and outside the classroom. Anil and his wife Sheryl (Turnbull) Pereira (also BMgt ’87) established a scholarship – the Derrick and Lytta Pereira Management Prize – earlier on in their careers and, in 2014, established the Pereira Entrepreneurship Award. “During the time I have spent on campus, it’s clear that there is tremendous interest from many students in establishing entrepreneurial careers. Having spent the past 15 years working on entrepreneurial ventures myself, this scholarship seemed like the perfect way for us to help ignite and support the entrepreneurial spirit among the next generation of uLethbridge graduates.”
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Meet Lydia. Lydia Ryall Bachelor of Science ’06 2014 British Columbia and Yukon Outstanding Young Farmer
Steward. Environmentalist. Game changer. A third-generation farmer, Lydia, 29, owns and operates Cropthorne Farm, a fourhectare, certified organic farm on Westham Island, close to Ladner, B.C. In the five years since she started Cropthorne, she has become known for her commitment to conservation, farmland preservation and alternative pest-management practices. She credits uLethbridge for teaching her about the complexities of modern farming. The only liberal arts university in Canada to offer an Agricultural Studies program, uLethbridge helps aspiring agriculturalists gain an in-depth understanding of contemporary farming and ranching activities through hands-on learning and courses in such diverse subject areas as biological sciences, economics and geography. “Small farms want to make money, too. Growing food is the easy part. We also deal with debt, manage millions of dollars in cash flow, market our products and handle staffing issues. uLethbridge taught me to become a lifelong learner and how to network within my industry.”
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“I think about what I can do in my own corner of the world to make positive change. I believe that we’re stewards of the land, and I want my farm to work with nature as much as possible.”
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Educational Costs These amounts are based on a typical course load of five classes per semester (10 courses over the academic year). Canadian Students
International Students
Tuition and Fees
$5,734 (2014/2015)
$16,003 (2014/2015)
Health and Dental
$247 (refundable with proof of extended health and dental coverage)
Health insurance is included in the above fee and is mandatory
Books and Supplies
$1,250 ($125 per course)
$1,250 ($125 per course)
TOTAL
$ 7,231
$17,253
* All costs and estimates are subject to change
Loans and Grants Funding for Canadian students is also available in the form of student loans and grants. Both the federal and provincial governments offer financial aid to students who qualify. Your government loan remains interest-free as long as you remain a full-time student. Banks and other private financial institutions also lend money to help students fund their education. Contact your bank for further information on private student loans.
Apply for Scholarships Ensure you apply for as many scholarships as possible! See more on scholarships on page 46.
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On-campus Housing (New High School Students)
On-campus Housing (Transfer Students)
First-year students entering straight from high school can apply online to stay in the University Hall (UHall) traditional-style dorms or in one-, two-, four- or six-bedroom apartments in Kainai House. These are fully furnished rooms, so expect to find a bed, a desk and a place to hang your clothes.
Post-diploma and transfer students can apply to live in apartments in Piikani House or townhomes in Tsuu’tina House and Residence Village. These are fully furnished rooms, so expect to find a bed (with captain’s storage space), a desk and a place to hang your clothes.
Residence Style
Cost (Per Semester)
Traditional
$1,260–$2,388
The Siksika building in Aperture Park offers family housing for students who are married, common-law or have children. These unfurnished one-, two- and three-bedroom townhomes include satellite television and all utilities. Each townhome has its own entrance and balcony and many have views of the coulees, river and city skyline.
Apartment
$2,388–$3,928
Estimated Living Costs
Estimated Living Costs
*Fall 2014/Spring 2015 rates
You won’t have to worry about grocery shopping, cooking every meal or doing dishes, as you’ll purchase a Food Services dining plan. There are shared kitchen spaces in the UHall dorms so you can prepare a few light snacks. If you live in the Kainai apartments, you can purchase a reduced dining plan, as you will have access to full kitchen facilities. Purchasing a meal plan is mandatory for first-year students living in residence but depending on how hungry you are, there are a few options to choose from: Plan
Cost
Eligibility
Aperture Park Plan
$2,128
Kainai residents only
Commuter Plan
$2,991
UHall or Kainai
Value Plus Plan
$3,561
UHall or Kainai
*Fall 2014/Spring 2015 prices calculated over an eight-month (two-semester) contract.
Off-campus Housing One of the benefits of living in a city divided by a river is that the entire west side, where uLethbridge is located, features extensive off-campus housing close to campus. Since the majority of our students live on the west side, it’s practically an extension of residence. When you’re out and about you’re bound to run into other students (or even your professors) at the local grocery store, restaurant or park. uLethbridge manages an off-campus housing list that you can find by visiting ulethbridge.ca/offcampushousing.
Residence Style
Cost (Per Semester)
Apartments/Townhomes (furnished)
$2,420–$3,888
Townhomes (unfurnished)
$2,440–$3,888
*Fall 2014/Spring 2015 rates. Students must pay per semster.
All of our apartments and townhomes include access to a full kitchen but if you’re not interested in doing the shopping, cooking and dishes, purchasing a meal plan is a great choice. Here are a few options to choose from: Plan
Cost
Eligibility
Aperture Park Plan
$2,128
Kainai residents only
Commuter Plan
$2,991
UHall or Kainai
Value Plus Plan
$3,561
UHall or Kainai
*Fall 2014/Spring 2015 prices calculated over an eight-month (two-semester) contract.
Estimated Living Costs (Off-campus/Per Month) Rent
$436*
Utilities
$112
Food
$248
Transportation
$64
Parking Pass
$35
Miscellaneous Total
$298 $1,193
*Based on shared accommodations.
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University Hall, Hallway, Double
Kainai, One Bedroom
University Hall, Standard Suite, Single
University Hall, Large Suite, Single
Kainai, Two Bedroom
Kainai, Six Bedroom Kainai, Four Bedroom
The right residence for you – your home away from home. Staying in Campus Housing is a great way to get to know people and get involved in activities with the Organization of Residence Students (ORS) or just by hanging out in the numerous common areas watching TV or playing games.
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Scholarships A university education is a financial investment. It’s a road made easier thanks to scholarships. Hundreds of scholarships, awards and bursaries are handed out to new and continuing students every year. Last year, 48% of new high school grads received a financial award averaging $2,062. More than 2,100 students received $3,512,193 through the uLethbridge awards program – 455 different awards were matched to uLethbridge students. uLethbridge alumni, faculty, staff and donors proudly stand behind our students and support student scholarships. There are MANY unique donorfunded scholarships in place to match your interests. Contact the Scholarships and Student Finance office for more information: 403-329-2585.
Grade 11 Year June 30: Grade 11 Merit Award $800 for average of 80% or higher in Grade 11* | $500 for average of 75-79.9% in Grade 11* | Separate awards application required *Five Grade 11 courses will be used to determine the award average and will follow the same formula as general admission (English 20-1, three academics and a fifth distinct course).
Grade 12 Year December 15: Board of Governors’ Admission Award $1,000 for actual admission average of 80% or higher | Complete Application for Admission required by December 15 to be considered* December 15: Board of Governors’ Relocation Award Up to $500 for actual admission average of 80% or higher based on geographic region | Complete Application for Admission required by December 15 to be considered*
Board of Governors’ Transfer Scholarship Up to $1,500 awarded to qualifying new transfer students based on academic achievement (minimum 3.5 GPA) Deadline is June 15 for September start
Board of Governors’ Post-Diploma Scholarship Up to $1,500 awarded to qualified students admitted to a post-diploma program based on academic achievement (minimum 3.5 GPA) Deadline is June 15 for September start
March 15: Leadership and Entrance Awards Up to $6,000 | Separate awards application required *Board of Governors’ Scholarships reward applicants who apply early to uLethbridge. These awards can be combined with uLethbridge Leadership and Entrance Awards and the Grade 11 Merit Award. Remember to apply early to maximize the value of your scholarships.
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All uLethbridge student awards applications are completed at ulethbridge.ca/bridge
Additional Financial Resources • • • • • •
studentaid.alberta.ca alis.alberta.ca aucc.ca canlearn.ca scholarshipscanada.com studentawards.com
Meet LUKE. Luke Spencer, 3rd-year art major
Photographer. Artist. Adventurer.
“I have appreciated the small class sizes, which enabled me to develop relationships with professors and utilize the amazing art facilities at the University of Lethbridge which rival or surpass other universities and even prestigious art colleges.“
Luke is one of the 2014 Roloff Beny Excellence in the Photographic Arts Awards recipients. Thanks to the scholarship, Luke will spend the semester travelling to Panama City, Panama, in a Volkswagon Westfalia (which will also serve as a darkroom), taking photos along the way and examining the role of the itinerant photographer and the photographic images made while travelling. What will this scholarship enable you to do? “I plan to travel for four months, taking photographs as I go and will use 19th century wet-plate techniques to produce singular, labour-intensive images. It is an ambitious plan and I’m looking forward to it. I was looking for a longer-term project that I could totally focus on and this is it. I’m so grateful to receive this scholarship. We are really fortunate to have so many opportunities to take advantage of at uLethbridge.” What have you enjoyed most about your uLethbridge experience so far? “The facilities are huge, you can do anything here; the close connections and building relationships with my professors; small classes; and the General Liberal Education Requirement. By taking an anthropology course, I discovered a beneficial synergy between anthropology and art.” 47
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We know you have a lot on your mind so we’ll make it easy for you. Here are a few important dates to remember: SEPTEMBER 15
Housing applications open 1
JUNE 1
Application deadline
NOVEMBER 15
Fine Arts spring additional requirements deadline 2
JUNE 15
Fine Arts fall additional requirements deadline 2
DECEMBER 15
- Early Admission deadline - Board of Governors’ Awards Application deadline
JUNE 30
Grade 11 Merit Award deadline
MARCH 15
Leadership and Entrance Awards deadline
MAY 1
BSc Environmental Science Application deadline
In order to apply for housing, students must have submitted an application for admission and been issued a uLethbridge ID number. 1
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Questions? Visit ulethbridge.ca/finearts/admissions or email our admissions and portfolio advisor at finearts.admissions@uleth.ca
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Pick a program Variety is important so we offer more than 150 programs for you to choose from. Learn more at discover.ulethbridge.ca/programs Not sure what’s right for you? Let us know and we will arrange for you to be a studentfor-a-day. 403-329-2762
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Review the admission requirements for your program Find out if you have the requirements for your program of choice by visiting: discover. ulethbridge.ca/admission-requirements If you want to double check, give us a call at 403-329-2762 or send an email to inquiries@uleth.ca
Apply online Visit discover.ulethbridge.ca/apply to submit your online application. It’s easy and you’ll be one step closer to becoming a uLethbridge student.
Send us your marks
Apply for awards
Apply for residence
When you apply online and have been a student in Alberta, your final grades will be sent to us automatically. If you studied outside of Alberta, you will need to have your transcript sent to our Admissions office:
We have a number of scholarships and awards with deadlines ranging from December 15 to March 15. With the exception of the Board of Governors’ Awards, all awards require a separate application. It may take a bit of effort, but you’re worth it. Learn more: discover.uleth.ca/scholarships
Our first-year residences are in high demand so if you’re interested, send in your application as soon as possible. If you plan on living off campus, you can check out the listings on our off-campus housing website. Visit: discover.ulethbridge.ca/ accommodations
Registrar’s Office – Admissions University of Lethbridge 4401 University Drive W. Lethbridge, AB T1K 3M4 Fax: 403-329-5159
Note: All completed applications submitted to uLethbridge before December 15 will automatically be considered for the Board of Governors’ Admission Award and Relocation Award, worth a maximum of $1,500.
Don’t wait. Each year, hundreds of students who apply to the University of Lethbridge are disappointed. Apply early to ensure you aren’t one of them. If you are torn between more than one school, apply to all of them. It’s always better to be able to turn down an offer than to feel regret because you didn’t apply. Good luck!
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Let us know when you’d like to visit campus; we’d be happy to show you around.
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We will help you create a schedule for your visit to campus and contact you with the details. Choose from the following options or take advantage of all three:
1. Take a campus tour. One of our tour guides will show you around campus, highlighting the uLethbridge’s many features and facilities.
3. Meet with one of our recruitment officers. Have all your questions about admission, programs and more answered in a one-on-one session.
2. Be a student-for-a-day. We will pair you with a student volunteer in the program you’re interested in. You’ll attend classes, labs and even go for lunch.
403-329-2762 inquiries@uleth.ca discover.ulethbridge.ca
Enrolment Services 4401 University Drive W. Lethbridge, Alberta T1K 3M4 403-329-2762 inquiries@uleth.ca
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