Ranked in the world’s
top
100 universities An education can give you the tools to effect change in the world, inspiring those around you to do the same. In 1908, the University of Alberta opened under the leadership of President Henry Marshall Tory, who promised that the university would be for the “uplifting of the whole people.”
This pledge holds true today. University of Alberta students live to inspire, uncovering new ideas and thought through their studies and using their education to make a difference in the world. You can be a part of it. UAlberta is one of Canada’s leading research and teaching institutions, with 200 undergraduate and 170 graduate programs that rank among the world’s finest.
Live to Inspire.
Future Leaders Uplifting our
Message from President Indira Samarasekera For more than 100 years, the University of Alberta has been dedicated to fostering a vibrant environment for learning and discovery. This is a university that transforms learners into leaders. The first steps to fulfilling your dreams lie here. One of the top universities in Canada, the University of Alberta offers more than 200 undergraduate programs and 170 graduate programs from 18 faculties, including the internationally-recognized Alberta School of Business and our highly regarded Faculty of Engineering. As an undergraduate student here, you could participate in undergraduate research or in an international exchange program—we have more than 400 research and teaching partnerships with industry, government, and other educational institutions across the world—to further broaden the international experience for our students, and the institution. Our professors are international leaders in their fields and considered among the best teachers in the country—we have more professors who have been recognized with Canada’s top teaching award than any other university in the country. They are here to share their knowledge, ignite your curiosity, and guide you in directions that you might not have considered. Armed with a degree from the University of Alberta, our students and alumni have realized their dreams and ambitions. Our alumni have captured Olympic Gold, worked on Academy Award winning films, and won Nobel Prizes—I think that you will find that the possibilities here are endless. Our 243,000 alumni worldwide have made their impact locally, nationally, or internationally, as artists, business people, policymakers, academics, researchers, innovators, and humanitarians. What lies ahead for you? What are your passions, dreams, and aspirations? I invite you to find out at the University of Alberta, where we live to inspire. The answers here might astound you. Sincerely,
Indira V. Samarasekera, O.C. President and Vice-Chancellor
“When our first president, Henry Marshall Tory, founded the University of Alberta, he promised that it would 'uplift the whole people,'by inspiring learning and discovery that would serve and bring prosperity to Alberta, Canada, and the world. More than one hundred years later, the University of Alberta continues to nurture future leaders and encourage discoveries that fuel 21st century advancements.”
Watch President Indira Samarasekera’s welcome message for international students! www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/ presidentsmessage
President Indira Samarasekera is the 12 th President of the University of Alberta. Originally from Colombo, Sri Lanka, Dr. Samarasekera is a renowned metallurgical process engineer who has received several honors recognizing her excellence in research. An avid supporter of the arts, Dr. Samarasekera actively encourages students to pursue a well-rounded education that fosters knowledge, creativity and ingenuity. Since beginning her term as President in July 2005, Dr. Samarasekera has been a visible presence on campus, meeting with students, faculty, staff, and the external community in defining and sharing her vision for the University of Alberta.
Henry Marshall Tory, UAlberta’s first President.
See what international students at UAlberta are saying! Watch their videos to see them on campus and hear what they think about life at UAlberta.
Renata from Brazil
Ajay from India
www.studyincanada. ualberta.ca/videos
Take a virtual tour of UAlberta! Start your campus
tour now – no travel required!
www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/tour
see more students at www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca
Why choose
UALBERTA? 10 great things
that you can only find at UALBERTA
1.
Canada’s National Institute for Nanotechnology (NINT).
10 cool things to see at UALBERTA 1. A great view of Edmonton from RATT (Room at the Top), the restaurant on the 7th floor of the Students’ Union Building.
2. Western Canada’s largest teaching hospital.
2. Canada’s largest university-based meteorite collection.
3. Canada’s second largest research library system.
3. Hundreds of potential future employers, all in one place to meet with UAlberta students! CAPS: Your U of A Career Centre hosts several Career Fairs on campus throughout the year.
4.
Canada’s leading theatre training facility, the Timms Centre.
5. Canada’s only accredited School of Public Health. 6. The most professors with 3M awards (Canada’s highest award for undergraduate teaching excellence). 7. Canadian undergraduate programs in paleontology and land reclamation. 8. Canada’s most powerful laser: the 800 MHz NMR spectrometer. 9. The second-highest amount of external research funding in Canada. 10. Canada’s only independent Faculty of Native Studies.
4.
The Rooftop Astronomy Observatory, where you can check out eclipses and more from the roof top of the Centennial Centre for Interdisciplinary Science.
5. The Fine Arts Building Gallery, with fine arts exhibits that include student-produced artworks. 6. The Paleontology Museum, with more than 2 million fossils and dinosaur bones. 7. The “Butterdome,” our bright yellow athletics building– an ice rink, climbing walls, dance studios, gyms, pools and more, all under one roof. 8. HUB Mall, a shopping centre with 50 shops and services, as well as student residences.
NINT
9. The beautiful North Saskatchewan river valley that surrounds campus! You can go hiking, jogging, cycling, or take a walk along the river. 10. 24
Golden Bears and Pandas varsity sports teams in action! Go cheer them on!
10 of the great accomplishments
1. Volunteer for Bridges, a program where international students share their culture with local schools and other organizations.
1. Canada’s first Nobel Prize in Physics, awarded to alumnus Richard Taylor in 1990.
and make new friends
by people in the UAlberta community
2. Run for student government. Our Students’ Union is active and multicultural, representing the student community and providing student services. 3.
Visit the International Centre! It’s a great place to get advice, take part in social events, and meet new people.
2.
An Academy Award for Art Direction on the movie Avatar– alumnus Todd Cherniawsky was a Supervising Art Director on the award-winning team.
3. Canadian leadership — alumnus Joe Clark is a former Prime Minister of Canada and was the youngest person ever to take on this role. International HOUSE RETREAT
4. Join in and support a cause that’s important to you! There are many student groups, events, and fundraisers that help others and do valuable work in the community. 5. Work at a part time job—international students may work on and off-campus during their studies. You can get Canadian work experience and make friends with your co-workers. 6. Join a campus recreation program! There are lots of choices like tennis, martial arts, soccer, yoga, and more— it’s a great way to stay active and make new friends. 7. Enjoy life on campus in one of UAlberta’s student residences! You can make lifelong friends with your roommates and others who live there. 8. Volunteer for the Gateway student newspaper or CJSR, the student radio station. You can get journalism experience and connect with all kinds of new people. 9. Have a picnic outside in the summer. UAlberta is known for its beautiful campuses with trees, gardens, and ponds—you might even meet a rabbit or two as you relax out in the “quad.” 10. Enjoy winter when it comes! Go skating, skiing, snowboarding, and more—if you haven’t tried these activities before, UAlberta has clubs and social events to help you learn!
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The Canadian Maple Leaf flag, designed by alumnus George Stanley!
5. Discovering an asteroid and naming it after UAlberta! Alumnus Andrew Lowe named the asteroid he discovered “UofAlberta”— it’s located between Mars and Jupiter. 6. The invention of early sonar in 1917 by faculty member Dr. Richard Boyle. 7. Canada’s first successful open-heart surgery, performed in 1956 by faculty member Dr. John Callaghan. 8. The life-saving Hepatitis B treatment, Heptovir, developed and administered for the first time in 1998 by faculty member Dr. Lorne Tyrrel. 9.
The co-discovery of insulin in 1922 by faculty member Dr. James Collip, who worked with Frederick Banting, Charles Best, and John MacLeod.
Discovering insulin, 1922
10. Developing a new vaccine to combat Hepatitis C – UAlberta researcher Dr Michael Houghton discovered the vaccine, which could eventually be used to fight all strains of the disease.
Picnics in quad
Photo credit: WETA ™ AND © 2009 Twentieth Century FOX
10 ways to get involved
Alberta, CANADA
An inspiring blend of natural and urban spaces.
Alberta’s Legislature Building, Edmonton
more at www.travelalberta.com
Wind mills in a canola field near pincher creek, Alberta
more at www.canada.travel
more at www.canada.gc.ca
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From coast to coast in Canada, you’ll find breathtaking natural beauty and world-class, modern cities ready to welcome you. Canada is a celebration of different cultures coming together to inspire one another and be a part of “the true north strong and free,” as it says in our national anthem. Alberta is a province in Western Canada and is home to the majestic Rocky Mountains, one of the most beautiful and scenic areas in the world. With an economy that remains strong in the global marketplace, Alberta offers a high quality lifestyle. It’s the perfect blend of bustling city life and the natural peace of the great outdoors. You can study hard all week and explore the Rockies on the weekend! Canada ranks 11th out of 186 countries on the UN’s 2013 Human Development Index.
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Edmonton A city of great inspiration
Edmonton is Alberta’s capital city and the home of one million people.
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Edmonton combines the best of an urban lifestyle with a peaceful, fresh outdoor environment. You can experience the best of big-city life with Edmonton’s modern downtown and active business community and enjoy the best of the outdoors, with fresh air and beautiful parks along the water’s edge. UAlberta’s main campus is in the centre of the city, so you can always feel like a part of the Edmonton community. Edmonton represents and celebrates cultures from all over the world. You can hear amazing stories from Edmontonians about where they are from and what they love about this city – just wait until you get here and then you can share yours! • The North Saskatchewan River Valley stretches through the heart of the city, surrounding UAlberta’s main campus and downtown. Edmonton is known for its vast urban parkland. You can hike, cycle, ski, swim, skate, and more, all in the city!
• The Edmonton Oilers hockey team and Edmonton Eskimos football team offer exciting action for professional sports fans. • Head to West Edmonton Mall, the world’s largest shopping and entertainment complex! • Enjoy winter by heading out to Snow Valley for skiing and snowboarding, all without leaving the city.
photo credit Bill Burris
• Check out 30+ festivals throughout the year — that’s why we’re known as “Canada’s Festival City.”
EDMONTON folkfest
• Visit the Muttart Conservatory which houses more than 700 plant species in four beautiful glass pyramids. • Spend some time downtown at the Art Gallery of Alberta, an eye-catching building with a great collection of Canadian and international art.
more at www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca /edmonton
more at www.edmonton.com
FALL
Summer
June to September
September to mid-november
Hot days (up to 30ºC) full of sunshine.
Cool, crisp mornings with warm and sunny afternoons.
AVERAGE AVERAGE AVERAGE HIGH LOW
22°C 72°F
11°C 52°F
AVERAGE AVERAGE AVERAGE HIGH LOW
17°C 63°F
9°C 48°F
Spring
-1°C 32°F
4°C 39°F
Winter
March to June
Mid-november to march
Pleasant, warm days with fresh green grass.
Refreshing and invigorating days with sun and snow.
AVERAGE AVERAGE AVERAGE HIGH LOW
AVERAGE AVERAGE AVERAGE HIGH LOW
10°C 50°F
-1°C 32°F
5°C 41°F
-4°C 25°F
-13°C 9°F
-8°C 18°F
Edmonton is a city to enjoy in all four seasons. There are so many great ways for you to enjoy Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer!
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You might think that life in Edmonton means facing cold winter weather year round, but that’s not true!
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Campuses Find learning inspiration
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campuses
on five lively campuses
Campus Saint-Jean, our French language campus offering bilingual programs
Enterprise Square, in downtown Edmonton, home of our English as a Second Language program
South Campus, the site of our newest athletic facilities
Augustana Campus, located one hour south of Edmonton in the city of Camrose
North Campus, our main and largest campus, located in the heart of Edmonton
more at www.STUDYinCANADA.UALBERTA.CA/campuses
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CAD $460 million
A member of the U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities
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inspiring Things happen in the UAlberta community!
Get involved, get inspired.
Play Around the World selects up to 12 UAlberta students for an annual three month placement in Thailand or Cambodia, to provide opportunities for play and recreation to populations in need, such as people with disabilities, young offenders, and orphans. www.physedandrec.ualberta. ca/UndergraduatePrograms/ InternationalOpportunities
Maybe you will be the next one to change the world!
International Week hosts 60+ guest speakers, cultural performances and special events that foster global citizenship and discussion of today’s most pressing global issues.
Alumnus Jason Kapalka is a co-founder of PopCap Games, the company behind favourite games such as Bejeweled and Plants Vs. Zombies.
www.iweek.ualberta.ca
www.popcap.com
Alumnus Michael Kaye is a worldfamous fashion designer, founder of Michael Kaye Couture. www.michaelkayecouture.com
NY1 anchorman Pat Kiernan is one of New York City’s most popular news personalities. He has covered important events such as Hurricane Sandy and has even appeared as himself in Hollywood movies, such as the Avengers and Iron Man 3. www.patspapers.com
more at WWW.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/research
Hua Wei Chan, a UAlberta alumnus from Malaysia, is now known as “The Human Calculator.” He placed second in the world at a mental calculations competition held in Germany.
UAlberta physicists played a major role in confirming the existence of the Higgs Boson particle, which has been called “The Discovery of the Century.” Their scientific expertise aided in the creation of the ATLAS collider for the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN). news.ualberta.ca
Cleankeys, created by alumnus Randy Marsden, is a revolutionary keyboard with advanced technology for recognizing human touch. The keyboard can be wiped clean in seconds, and is preventing the spread of germs and infection in hospitals. www.cleankeys.co.uk
Making a difference through research and innovation The Li Ka Shing Institute of Virology at UAlberta is home to some of the world’s best researchers, working to cure virus-based diseases. www.likashingvirology.med.ualberta.ca
The School of Energy and the Environment is a unique, interdisciplinary school providing a virtual environment for research, education and discussion on critical issues surrounding the environment, energy, and the economy. www.see.ualberta.ca Supreme Court Chief Justice of Canada Beverly McLachlin is an alumna and the first woman to hold this role. www.scc-csc.gc.ca Alumnus Joel Cohen is co-writer and co-executive Producer of TV’s The Simpsons. www.imdb.com/name/nm1121389/ BioWare, one of the best video game studios in the business, was founded in Edmonton by alumni Ray Muzyka, Greg Zeschuk, and Augustine Yip. www.bioware.com Acticoat, a life-saving bandage invented using nanotechnology, was created by UAlberta engineer Robert Burell.
The Office of Sustainability unites the UAlberta community with excellent projects and programs that promote living in harmony with our natural environment, including energy conservation, pollution prevention and wise water use on campus. www.sustainability.ualberta.ca
www.cme.engineering.ualberta.ca/FacultyStaff/ FacultyAcademicStaff/Burrell The Edmonton Protocol, a revolutionary islet transplantation procedure for diabetes treatment, was developed by UAlberta researchers. www.islet.ca We are a step closer to worldwide solar energy through the research of Dr. Jillian Buriak and Dr. Michael Brett and their research team. whatsnext.ualberta.ca/affordable-solarenergy-coming-soon-to-everyone
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Residences
Inspiring communities where you’ll feel at home Living in a UAlberta residence is a great way to make new friends and be a part of the campus community. New international undergraduate students are guaranteed a space in residence if they complete the housing application by April 30th (some restrictions apply).
* IMPORTANT:
You will need to complete a housing application in addition to your application to study at UAlberta. Apply for housing at www.residence.ualberta.ca/ApplyForResidence Restrictions to our housing guarantee are listed at www.residence.ualberta.ca/ApplyForResidence/ GuaranteedHousing Be sure to make arrangements for your accommodations early!
Residence Rate Estimates Dormitory-style rooms: $600 – $1,208 per month, depending on room type and meal plan. Apartment-style units: $430 – $1,396 per month, depending on number of bedrooms. These residence rates are estimates effective May 1, 2013 and are subject to change. For updated rates, please consult www.residence.ualberta.ca/OurResidences
Where to live for your first year There are eleven student residences at UAlberta, including two new furnished apartment-style residences, Pinecrest House and Tamarack House. Here are the residence options for your first year at UAlberta:
On North (main) campus: • Opened in September 2013, Pinecrest House is UAlberta’s newest international residence and houses undergraduate students in their first to third years. Located on the scenic eastern edge of campus, Pinecrest House is just steps from classes and libraries, the river valley and neighbourhood amenities like grocery stores, banks and restaurants. Offers: Fully furnished four bedroom apartments • HUB Residence surrounds our campus shopping mall, which has many shops, restaurants, and services. 850 residents live in HUB, representing nearly every nationality in the world — you're surrounded by opportunities to meet new people and make friends! Offers: unfurnished apartments of different sizes • Lister Centre is all about community! Residents have access to great orientation programs with early movein dates, special events, an excellent academic support system and the ability to customize their experience by choosing quiet, alcohol-free or cohort floors. Lister has many great facilities like TV lounges, a convenience store, and more so that everything you need is right there. Offers: furnished dormitory rooms and a meal plan
On other campuses: Campus Saint-Jean and Augustana Campus students also enjoy great residence life on their campuses. Residence Saint-Jean and Augustana Residences are great environments to make new friends and build your campus community.
Lister Centre Common Area
more at www.residence.ualberta.ca
Cooking dinner in residence
Meal plans and food options Lister Centre offers a meal plan. This means that your meal funds are loaded on to your ONEcard (your UAlberta student ID card), and you can use it like a bank card to pay for meals at designated restaurants on campus, such as Lister Market, located in Lister Centre. Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan are among the many options available each day.
international house International House (for students in 2nd year and above) offers Canadian and international students the chance to live, eat, and work together, share intercultural understanding, and develop awareness of themselves as global citizens.
If you don’t have a meal plan through your residence, you can still purchase food in your residence and around campus. There are numerous restaurants on and close to campus that offer a variety of different cultural cuisines, including halal food.
Off-Campus Living UAlberta is located centrally in Edmonton, and there are many housing options available in this area and throughout the city. You can search for off-campus housing using the Students’ Union Housing Registry. www.su.ualberta.ca Lister centre
Pinecrest
View 3-D Floor Plans at www.residence.ualberta.ca/ OurResidences You can explore UAlberta residences on our YouTube channel! www.youtube.com/uofaresidences hub mall
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INTERNATIONAL CentRE Inspiring you to succeed
The International Centre is a place where international students at UAlberta go to get help, seek advice, and make new friends. You’re always welcome to visit! The IC is located in HUB Mall, which is UAlberta’s shopping centre and a popular student residence. You will meet a group of friendly and knowledgeable staff that can help you adjust to life at UAlberta and, ultimately, have a great experience here. Here are just some of the ways that the IC can help you: • A friendly airport greeting upon arrival to Edmonton • UofA+: a 10 day academic orientation program designed to prepare students for success in the Canadian classroom • The Transitions Orientation, a three-day program that offers international students an overall introduction to UAlberta, as well as the chance to meet staff, faculty, and new friends • Connection to senior students through the Peer program – a great way to partner with a domestic student to learn more about Canada and get involved in social life on campus • General information on topics such as Alberta health care, social insurance numbers, taxes and immigration • Workshops and seminars on topics such as English skills and workplace cultural differences • Social events, such as ski trips and movie nights • Volunteer and skill-building opportunities, such as Bridges, a program where international students go to schools to present about their country and culture
more at www.iSS.ualberta.ca
Study, work,
and research abroad as a UAlberta student
Inspiring opportunities to connect with the world Exploring the world will inspire your mind as well as your future career options! At UAlberta, you’ll have a great Canadian experience, but you can also have the chance to experience another country and culture through our Education Abroad programs.
Here are just some of the possibilities: • Travel to Ghana with placements related to nursing, education, and agriculture • Experience Germany, Brazil or China through the e3 Summer Program, where you can study language, do an internship, and complete academic coursework • Take part in Aga Khan University internships (teaching, service, or research) in Kenya, Tanzania, India, or Tajikistan • Spend a term or year studying in Scotland at the University of Edinburgh on a business exchange
See a complete list of international opportunities and learn more at www.goabroad.ualberta.ca
UAlberta is connected to the world, with major partners around the globe including IIT Bombay, the Smithsonian Institution, the China Scholarship Council, and more. As a student at UAlberta, you’ll have the chance to connect and gain experience with major companies, universities, and other organizations around the world. More than 1,000 UAlberta students go abroad each year, choosing from more than 40 destinations around the world. You’ll gain valuable international experience that will inspire you, broaden your perspectives, and impress your future employers. Awards ranging from $750 to $3,750 are available for international, and Canadian, students to participate in these programs!
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World of Work Working in Canada will give you valuable experience that will help you build your future career. You’ll learn new skills, meet new people, develop your language skills, earn extra income, and contribute to the community.
Opportunities to work while you study at UAlberta: • Work on Campus • Participate in the Off-Campus Work Program • Enroll in a Cooperative Work Program • Take part in Academic Internships and Work Experience programs www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/working
Work in Canada for three years after you graduate! After you graduate with a degree from the University of Alberta, you are eligible to work for three years in Canada with a post-graduation work permit. www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/work-postgrad.asp
Where do UAlberta students work while they study? Here are some examples of jobs that students have during their studies. In addition to this list, there are many more great opportunities in Edmonton, Alberta! • Research assistant or intern for a UAlberta office or local company • Bank teller • Barista in a coffee shop • Customer service representative in restaurants and shops
Inspiring experiences outside the classroom As a UAlberta student, I started working part-time (fulltime during the summer) as a research assistant. I helped Landmark Group Master Builder with their BIM (building information model) development project. The most important lesson I learned is to gain self confidence and to believe my role is very important to this company as well as my co-workers. I BELONG to this company. This new mindset really helped me to gain lots of confidence and has kept my future rolling toward a healthy direction. I became a permanent employee shortly after I finished my last exam in my final semester.
China CAPS: Your U of A Career Centre will help you through the job search process, give you valuable advice about resumes and interviews, and more. www.caps.ualberta.ca
See where real UAlberta students are working! Watch the video at www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/working
It’s important to note that working while you study is not a sufficient way to finance your education at UAlberta and you must not rely on potential employment to meet your tuition and basic living expenses. You should ensure that you have adequate and secure funding for all years of your studies before beginning. Please note that certain permits may be required in order to obtain employment.
Scholarships & Awards Rewarding inspired learning
Are you a leader in your high school community? Have you excelled academically in high school? If yes, then you may be eligible for one or more UAlberta scholarships. Last year we offered more than $25 million in undergraduate scholarships! UAlberta rewards excellent achievement by offering undergraduate scholarships to top students. UAlberta is one of only a few universities in Canada with a number of scholarships that are especially for international students. You may be eligible for scholarships based on your overall academic achievement, as well as your leadership skills and extra-curricular activities. For more information on awards availability, application processes, and forms: www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/scholarships
more at www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/scholarships
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What do you
want to
study
Here is a sampling of your choices for undergraduate studies. There are many majors, minors, and specializations available. Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences
BSc Agriculture • Agricultural and Resource Economics • Animal Science • Crop Science • Sustainable Agriculture Systems
BSc Animal Health • Companion and Performance Animals • Food Animals • Food Safety and Quality
BSc Agricultural / Food Business Management (Joint Program with School of Business) • Agricultural Business Management • Food Business Management
BSc Environmental and Conservation Sciences • Land Reclamation • Conservation Biology • Human Dimensions of Environmental Management • Wildlife and Rangeland Resources Management • Environmental Economics and Policy
BSc Sciences de l’environnement et de la conservation (Bilingue) BSc Environmental and Conservation Sciences / BA Native Studies BA Environmental Studies (Joint Program with Faculty of Arts) BSc Forest Business Management BSc Forestry BSc Human Ecology • Clothing, Textiles and Material Culture (minors include Material Culture and Design, Textile
Science, Fashion Merchandising and Interiors) • Family Ecology (minors include Aging, Child and Youth Studies, Community Diversity, Community Ecology, Community Nutrition, and International Development)
BSc Human Ecology / Bachelor of Education BSc Nutrition and Food Science • Food Science and Technology • Nutrition and Food • Nutrition
Faculty of Arts
Bachelor of Arts • Ancient and Medieval History • Anthropology • Arts and Cultural Management (NEW) (minor only) • Art and Design • Central/East European Studies • Christian Theology (minor only) • Classical Languages (Greek and Latin) • Classics • Comparative Literature • Creative Writing • Criminology • Design (General, Business / Marketing, Computing Science, Engineering, Printmaking, Social Sciences) • Drama (General, Acting, Design, Technical Theatre) • East Asian Studies • Economics • English • Environmental Studies • Film Studies • History • History of Art, Design and Visual Culture • Human Geography • Individualized Studies • International Studies (minor only) • Latin American Studies
more at www.sTUDYINCANADA.UALBERTA.CA/programs
• Linguistics • Mathematics • Middle Eastern and African Studies • Languages: American Sign Language, Chinese, French, German, Greek and Latin, Hebrew (Biblical), Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Polish, Punjabi, Russian, Scandinavian (Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish combined), Spanish, Swahili, Ukrainian • Native Studies • Music (General, Composition and Theory, Music History, Performance, School Music, World Music) • Philosophy • Planning • Political Science • Psychology • Religious Studies • Science, Technology and Society • Sociology • Statistics • Women’s and Gender Studies
Certificates available with degrees • Certificate in Computer Game Development (NEW) • Certificate in Community Engagement Service-Learning • Certificate in the Economics and Management of Natural Resources, Energy and the Environment • Certificate in European Studies (NEW) • Certificate in Finance • Certificate in Globalization and Governance • Certificate in International Learning (NEW) • Certificate in Middle Eastern and African Studies • Certificate in Peace and PostConflict Studies • Certificate in Translation Studies • Certificate in World Sound Arts
Augustana Campus
Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Management in Business Economics Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Science /Bachelor of Education (Combined) Fine Arts • Drama • Music • Visual Art
Humanities • English • Modern Languages • Philosophy and Religion
Science • • • • • •
Biology Chemistry Computing Science Environmental Science Environmental Studies – General Environmental Studies – Outdoor Education • Mathematics and Physics • Physical Education – Outdoor Education • Physical Education – Kinesiology and Sport Studies
Social Sciences • Economics • History • Interdisciplinary Studies (Global and Development Studies) • Political Studies • Psychology • Physical Education – Outdoor Education • Physical Education – Kinesiology and Sport Studies • Sociology
School of Business
Bachelor of Commerce • • • • • • • • • • •
Accounting Business Economics and Law Business Studies East Asian Studies Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise European Studies Finance Human Resource Management International Business Latin American Studies Management Information Systems
• Management and Organization • Marketing • Natural Resources, Energy and the Environment • Operations Management • Retailing and Services
Juris Doctor (JD)
Faculty of Education
Dual Juris Doctor (JD – with the University of Colorado)
Bachelor of Education – Elementary • Generalist Major
Bachelor of Education – Secondary Education • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Art Biological Sciences Career and Technology Studies Chemistry Drama English Language Arts General Sciences Mathematics Music Physical Education Physical Sciences Physics Second Languages Social Studies
Faculty of Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Engineering • Chemical • Chemical (Computer Process Control) • Chemical (Biomedical) • Civil • Civil (Environmental) • Civil (Biomedical) • Computer • Computer (Software) • Computer (Nanoscale System Design) • Electrical • Electrical (Biomedical) • Electrical (Nanoengineering) • Engineering Physics • Engineering Physics (Nanoengineering) • Materials • Materials (Biomedical) • Materials (Nano and Functional Materials) • Mechanical • Mechanical (Biomedical) • Mining • Petroleum
Faculty of Law
Master of Business Administration and Juris Doctor (MBA/JD)
Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry • Dentistry • Dental Hygiene • Medical Laboratory Science
Faculty of Native Studies
Bachelor of Arts (Native Studies) Bachelor of Arts (Native Studies) / Bachelor of Education (Elementary, Secondary) Combined Degree Bachelor of Arts (Native Studies) / Bachelor of Science (Environmental and Conservation Sciences) Combined Degree Bachelor of Arts (Native Studies) Honors Bachelor of Arts (Native Studies) After Degree Certificate in Aboriginal Governance and Partnership (university credit certificate or embedded within degree)
Faculty of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) (NEW)
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Faculty of Physical Education & Recreation
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Bachelor of Arts in Recreation, Sport, and Tourism
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Bachelor of Physical Education Bachelor of Physical Education/ Bachelor of Education (combined Degree in both Elementary and Secondary routes) Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology Certificate in Aboriginal Sport and Recreation (offered Jointly with the Faculty of Native Studies) (NEW) Campus Saint-Jean (French-language Faculty)
Baccalauréat (1er cycle) • Humanités et sciences sociales/ Humanités et sciences sociales avec spécialisation • Administration des affaires (bilingue)* • Éducation/Éducation et sciences combinées/Éducation après un premier diplôme
Faculty of Nursing
• Sciences en génie (première année)*
Nursing – 4-year BScN– Bilingual program Nursing – 4-year BScN– Honors program Nursing – 2-year BScN– After Degree program Nursing – 2-year RPN to BScN program
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Combined Masters of Business Administration and Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (NEW)
Certificate in Aboriginal Sport and Recreation (offered jointly through the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation)
Nursing – 4-year BScN– Collaborative program
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• Sciences appliquées • Sciences de l’environnement et de la conservation (bilingue)* • Sciences infirmières (bilingue)* *Ces programmes sont offerts en collaboration avec d’autres facultés de la University of Alberta
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Astrophysics Atmospheric Sciences Biochemistry Bioinformatics (Biological Sciences) Bioinformatics (Computing Science) Biological Sciences Cell Biology Chemistry Computing Science Computing Science (Business Minor) Computing Science Specialization in Software Practice Computational Science (Mathematics) Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Ecology Environmental Earth Sciences Evolutionary Biology Geology Geophysics Immunology and Infection Mathematical Physics Mathematics Mathematics and Economics Mathematics and Finance Microbiology Molecular Genetics Neuroscience Paleontology Pharmacology Physical Sciences Physics Physiology Physiology and Developmental Biology Planning (NEW) Plant Biology Psychology Statistics
Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research There are 110+ master’s and 60+ PhD programs in more than 300 research areas. www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/ gradprograms
Faculty of science
Bachelor of Science • Animal Biology • Applied Mathematics
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What do you like About your
UAlberta Faculty
“I loved my classes from the beginning; the large variety of courses available and the multitude of choices were exciting and made me really enthusiastic about my program. My favourite thing about my program is that I have the freedom to choose my courses. I was able to take a lot of really interesting courses that I never thought I would be able to take.”
“Coming to UAlberta’s Augustana Campus in Camrose from a city of 9 million was quite the change for me, but the experience has been highly enjoyable.”
Sandra Gawad Gad, Egypt Biology Augustana Campus
“I chose UAlberta because I heard great things about it when I was in grade 10 in Abu Dhabi. It has been a wonderful experience attending UAlberta. I love working with students and really enjoy being in my field of Special Education.”
Sara Al-Souqi, United Arab Emirates Biological Sciences Special Education Program Faculty of Education See Sara’s video www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/videos
Luiza Deaconescu, Romania Psychology Faculty of Science
“One of the best things about the Faculty of Engineering is that you don’t need to commit to a specific field in 1st year.” Rachita Bhatia, India Engineering Faculty of Engineering See Rachita’s video www.studyincanada. ualberta.ca/videos
“I chose UAlberta because it’s one of the top universities in Canada and around the world. What I like most is that you have the world within one University. I have friends from Saudi Arabia, China, Zimbabwe, Canada, France and many other countries.”
Joaquin Bardallo, Uruguay Political Science and Languages Faculty of Arts
“I decided to join the Department of Mechanical Engineering as a PhD student because of the cultural diversity, prestige and research quality of the university.” Pedro Mateo Villanueva, Dominican Republic Mechanical Engineering Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research
“Studying in this Faculty has been mind-opening and inspiring. We are all are passionate about understanding the human body and the complex world that is human movement and health.”
Maria Miranda, Costa Rica Kinesiology Faculty of Physical Education & Recreation
“Les étudiants ici suivent des cours en français. Cela me permet de maîtriser deux langues étrangères. La vie à l’Université de l’Alberta et au Campus SaintJean est vraiment une expérience merveilleuse. Depuis mon arrivée, je me suis déjà intégrée, dans la vie et dans la communauté.”
Yingxue Li, Chine Finance Campus Saint-Jean
“I am always attracted by the beautiful environment at the University of Alberta. I enjoy crisp fresh air, snow, trees, and rabbits whenever I take a walk around campus and nearby parks. The Faculty of Law has simply an outstanding group of professors and students who are friendly, talented, dedicated and hard-working.”
Sang Ho You, Korea Juris Doctor Faculty of Law
“The School of Business is known for its wonderful professors, venues for original research, and opportunities to apply what is learned in the classroom in competitions and real life situations. In addition to working towards a Bachelor of Commerce, I continue to pursue my passion for music and participate in many volunteer efforts.”
“I was attracted to the university’s cultural diversity and the opportunities to learn more in a globally focused environment. I see UAlberta as a leading university in agriculture research.”
“The reason I chose pharmacy at UAlberta is because of its unique curriculum and where it’s heading by incorporating the PharmD program into the undergraduate courses. UAlberta is a great place to get your degree... and have fun!” Mohamed Abdelrady, Egypt Pharmacy Faculty of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
Aggar Frias, Mexico Crop Science
Olivia Ostrom, USA
Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences
International Business School of Business
“I chose UAlberta because it has the only Faculty of Native Studies in Canada and this demonstrated to me that they were serious about my field of study.”
Jake Archie, Canada
“I have had an amazing experience with the faculty, students, staff and the whole community here at the University. I have also thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality of Canadians.”
Native Studies
Geoffrey Maina, Kenya
Faculty of Native Studies
Faculty of Nursing
Nursing
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Faculty of
Faculty of
Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences Choose from over 40 program options that blend theory with hands-on practical learning, including field courses, practicum placements, and paid work internships. Our programs are directly related to key employment sectors, including the environment, food and agriculture, human services,and animal care.
ARTS With over 100 years of success, we proudly offer some of the most diverse and acclaimed academic programs in Canada. Spanning across the social sciences, humanities, and fine arts, our graduates possess marketable degrees with highly sought-after skills and knowledge. Some career possibilities: • • • • • • • • • • • •
Some career possibilities: • • • • • •
Food Scientist Agrologist Wildlife Biologist Plant Biotechnologist Soil Scientist Forester
• Land Reclamation Manager • Management Consultant in the natural resources or food industries
• Fashion Merchandising Manager • Child and Youth Programmer • Environmental Policy Analyst
Foreign Affairs Officer Graphic and Industrial Designer Economist Politician Public Relations and Communications Policy and Financial Analyst Humanitarian Aid Worker Multinational Sales Representative Investment Researcher Business Owner Social Entrepreneur Administrator
www.arts.ualberta.ca
www.ales.ualberta.ca
School of Augustana Campus
(located in Camrose, Alberta) Augustana Campus is located one hour south of Edmonton in Camrose, Alberta. International students make up 8% of our student population and represent 25 different countries. Our close-knit community integrates international students with Canadian students in an active, friendly learning environment. Some career possibilities: • Artist • Business Manager • Computer Programmer • Environmental Planner • Entrepreneur • International Relations Specialist • Investment Banker • Journalist/Writer
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Political Consultant Research Scientist Software Engineer Teacher
www.augustana.ualberta.ca
• Systems Analyst • Theatre Manager • Translator
Business The Alberta School of Business provides BCom students with a world-class education, leadership opportunities, and connections to the global community. Students connect to the business community by studying business cases, networking with business leaders, and through active learning opportunities such as business competitions and conferences. www.business.ualberta.ca
Some career possibilities: • • • • • • •
Accountant Business Intelligence Analyst Economic Policy Analyst Financial Analyst Human Resources Manager Investment Banking Analyst Information Systems Operations Manager • Marketing Coordinator • Public Relations Officer
Faculty of
Faculty of
Education We are proud of a rich legacy as Canada’s first Faculty of Education. Our degree is recognized globally for its excellence, and our graduates teach in countries throughout the world, also pursuing numerous careers outside of the classroom. Some career possibilities: • Professional Teacher • Educational Administrator • Educators / Trainers in the public and private sectors • Educational Consultant • Educational Materials Publishing • Post-secondary employment (advisor, recruiter or administrator) • Childcare worker • Educational or vocational counselor International students: please consult www.education.alberta.ca.certification for teacher certification requirements.
Engineering The Faculty of Engineering offers internationally respected undergraduate and graduate engineering degrees. Our degrees include cutting-edge programming in areas such as Biomedical, Nanotechnology, Energy, and Natural Resources Engineering. Some career possibilities: • • • •
Aero Space Engineer Consulting Engineer Field Engineer Facilities Engineer
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Operations Engineer Process Engineer Production Engineer Project Management Engineer
• Research & Development Engineer • Systems Design Engineer • Video Game Designer
www.engineering.ualberta.ca
www.education.ualberta.ca
Faculty of
Faculty of
Law
Native Studies Established in 1912, the Faculty is one of Canada’s leading law schools, offering a wide range of courses covering legal fundamentals, practice skills, and theoretical inquiries.
Some career possibilities: • Law Firm Practice • In-house Counsel • Positions in Government (e.g. Prosecutions, JAG, Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Policy Development)
www.law.ualberta.ca
• Positions in Non-governmental Organizations • Positions in Academia
The Faculty of Native Studies critically examines the historical and contemporary relations, identities, rights and goals of Aboriginal peoples, in Canada and internationally. Native Studies combines Aboriginal knowledge with the scholarly standards and methods of the University to offer a relevant, interdisciplinary education. Some career possibilities: • Federal, Provincial, Municipal, and Aboriginal Government representative • Aboriginal Community Liaison Officer
• Policy Analyst • Health & Wellness Coordinator • Environmental Management: Consultant, Project Manager
• Educational Policy Planning and Teaching • Aboriginal Consultation Officer • Law
www.ualberta.ca/nativestudies
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Faculty of
Faculty of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
Nursing The Faculty of Nursing is recognized nationally and internationally for excellence in teaching and research, and offers a full range of undergraduate and graduate nursing programs. Some career possibilities:
QS World University Rankings by Subject ranked our Faculty 34th out of the top 200 universities worldwide. The Faculty celebrates 100 years in 2014. This milestone brings our students new opportunities during an exciting period of growth. Some career possibilities:
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Hospital-Based Nurse Long-Term Care Nurse Public Health Nurse Occupational Health Nurse • Military Nurse • Home Care Nurse • Mental Health Nurse
www.nursing.ualberta.ca
www.pharm.ualberta.ca
• Academic Researcher • Ambulatory clinics/Primary Care Networks • Community Pharmacist • Government Positions • Hospital Pharmacist or Pharmacist: health care settings • Industry-related positions: research, medical information, sales • Positions with insurance companies • Medical research/development • Medical sales
Faculty of Physical Education & Recreation Discover the art and science of human movement in Canada’s premier Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation. We offer outstanding programs in the fields of kinesiology, sport & exercise science, physical activity & health, leisure, recreation, and tourism leading to active, rewarding careers! Some career possibilities: • Certified Exercise Physiologist • Community Health and Wellness Practitioner • Fitness Consultant
• Prosthetist / Orthotist • Mental Training (graduate studies Consultant required) • Sport and Recreation Facilities / Operations • Recreational Therapist Manager / Adapted Physical Activity Specialist
www.physedandrec.ualberta.ca
Campus Saint-Jean Le Campus Saint-Jean (CSJ) est un joyau francophone au coeur de l’Ouest canadien. Il s’agit d’un campus ouvert sur le monde où l’on vit une riche diversité culturelle et linguistique. Quelques carrières potentielles: • Représentant en commerce international • Spécialiste des politiques environnementales
www.csj.ualberta.ca
• Enseignant • Analyste financier • Ingénieur biomédical • Ingénieur pétrolier • Chercheur en sciences • Spécialiste en investissements biomédicales bancaires • Fonctionnaire international
Faculty of
Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research
Science What do a Nobel Laureate, Global Environmentalist, and Discovery Channel TV personality have in common? A UAlberta, Faculty of Science degree. We value discovery, critical thinking, and a passion for science, giving you the skills, confidence, and knowledge to build your career. Some career possibilities: • Environmental Consultant (weather modification and global change) • Water Purification Chemist • Geologist • Geophysicist (petroleum, environment, data collection)
• Investment Analyst • Food & Drug Inspector • Network Architect
www.science.ualberta.ca
Faculty of
• Environmental & Regulatory Specialist
The Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research is home to more than 7,500 graduate students – the largest contingent of researchers on campus and the most international in Canada. Our students, in partnership with award-winning faculty, play a fundamental role in making groundbreaking discoveries. We offer more than 110 master’s and 60 doctoral degrees in more than 300 research areas, as well as great opportunities to conduct research abroad through formal exchange agreements, internships, and field work. www.gradstudies.ualberta.ca
School of
Faculty of
Medicine & Dentistry
Public Health
Rehabilitation Medicine
Limited enrolment for international students.
Graduate programs only.
Graduate programs only.
The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry trains physicians, researchers in the basic and clinical sciences, dentists, dental hygienists, and medical laboratory scientists for Alberta, Canada, and the world. There is an outstanding environment covering the spectrum of health research, with scientists who are highly sought after by research centres in North America and Europe.
UAlberta is home to Canada’s only accredited school of public health. Its focus is protecting and promoting the health of populations, as well as preventing disease and injury. Graduate programs prepare a new generation of skilled public health professionals to tackle the challenges facing our global population and improve the health of people.
Admission to the DDS and Dental Hygiene programs is limited. 85% of the places in the program are reserved for Alberta residents, five percent for international students and ten percent for non-Albertan Canadians. Entrance to the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program is restricted to students who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada (landed immigrants).
The Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine offers MSc programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech language pathology, as well as MSc and PhD programs in rehabilitation science. We are the only free-standing faculty of rehabilitation in North America and the destination of choice for rehab professionals. www.rehabmed.ualberta.ca
www.publichealth.ualberta.ca
www.med.ualberta.ca
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How to apply for 1
undergraduate studies
Check out program options, admission requirements, and deadlines. Explore the impressive list of our program options (page 17)! • Check to find out what the admission subject Choose a Faculty and program appropriate for you. requirements are for your program. www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/programs • Find out the application and document deadlines. You will need to: NOTE: Some programs can be entered directly from high school, while others require pre-professional study which • Check UAlberta’s English language proficiency can be completed at UAlberta. requirements. If you are applying to Campus SaintJean, you will need to check the French language proficiency requirements.
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Submit your application online. Fill out the online application for admission at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/apply
• You will be required to submit a CAD $115 application fee by credit card.
You can fill out the application now and send your documents later.
• Make sure that you receive and save the electronic receipt to confirm that your application was submitted successfully.
Tips: • Be sure to use your full legal name on the application form (as it appears in your passport). • Include your personal email address on your application form (you will need to validate your email as part of the application process).
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• If you are unable to submit the application form online, a paper application form can be downloaded in pdf format at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/forms
Wait to receive your Ualberta email and I.D.s If you apply online, you will receive important information from UAlberta by e-mail within 48 hours of submitting your application. You will receive: • Your 7-digit ID number (include this with any correspondence with the university). • Your Campus Computing ID (CCID) and password, which you will use to access Bear Tracks, where you can track the status of your application for admission at https://www.beartracks.ualberta.ca
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You can choose a maximum of two different programs, in the order of your preference.
• Login information for your UAlberta webmail account. This is your personal e-mail account with the University. The University will be sending important notifications to you on this e-mail account. You are required to activate this e-mail account as soon as possible and check it regularly. NOTE: See UAlberta’s Electronic Communications Policy at https://www.registrar.ualberta.ca/ecommunications
Submit interim documents for Early Admission consideration. Starting as early as November, your application will be evaluated for Early Admission after we receive the necessary documents. With an Early Admission letter, you will be able to start your study permit application and be eligible to register in courses earlier than if you wait until the final document deadlines. Early Admission is not Final Admission. You will need to complete Step 8 and submit official and complete documents by the deadline.
High school students: Submit a school transcript that shows all of the courses you have already taken and grades you have already received, as well as courses still in progress. Postsecondary transfer students: can also be considered for Early Admission to many programs. Submit transcripts for your entire academic record (high school and postsecondary). For the current year in progress, you must submit all the transcripts up to and
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Explore scholarship opportunities. UAlberta rewards excellent achievement by offering undergraduate scholarships to top students. You may be eligible for scholarships based on your overall academic achievement, as well as your leadership skills and extracurricular activities. www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/scholarships
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Apply to live on-campus. All international students who apply for housing before April 30, 2014 are guaranteed a space in one of our residences for their first year. This application is separate from your application to study at UAlberta. If you have a preference for a particular residence community (page 11), make sure you apply as early as possible, starting October 1, 2013. You can submit your housing application once you have applied for admission and obtained your 7-digit UAlberta student ID number. You can apply online at www.ualberta.ca/residences There is a CAD $175 application fee for housing (a partial refund of $150 may be available if you are unable to attend and cancel before room offers are made).
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Send your official and complete documents by the deadline.
Your application will be processed for Final Admission once we have received all of the required documents by the deadline. www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/documents Even if you are offered Early Admission, you must send all required documents and meet all conditions listed in your Early Admission letter in order to finalize your admission. Documents must be sent to UAlberta’s Registrar’s Office directly from the authorized issuing institution by the posted deadlines. The typical documents you will be required to provide are: • Proof of English language proficiency (eg. TOEFL, IELTS, etc). • If you are applying to Campus Saint-Jean, proof of French language proficiency is required. • High school grades and transcripts, certificates, and/ or diplomas. • Transcripts from any postsecondary institutions you have attended. • Detailed course descriptions for each postsecondary course completed outside of Canada. • Official English translation of all documentation not issued originally in English or French.
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Apply for your study permit. In order to study in Canada, you will need a study permit. Application processing time can take up to three months. We encourage you to apply for your study permit well in advance of your program start date. You can use your letter of Early Admission to start your study permit application. For complete information on immigration and application requirements, consult the Government of Canada website at www.cic.gc.ca
including: first semester results; second semester registration for the institution you are currently attending; official and final transcripts for any other institutions previously attended; and detailed course descriptions of each course . All applicants must also submit evidence of English language proficiency (score or scheduled test date). If you are applying to Campus Saint-Jean, proof of French language proficiency is required.
Send your documents to: University of Alberta Office of the Registrar and Student Awards 201 Administration Building Edmonton, AB, Canada T6G 2M7
Remember to include your UAlberta 7-digit ID number with all documents. Visit www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/documents for more information on what you will need to provide.
www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/apply
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You can get advanced standing or transfer credit if you successfully complete certain high school courses. UAlberta can offer you transfer credit, advanced placement, or the opportunity for credit by special assessment if you have demonstrated excellence in specific subject areas under the GCE A-Level, IB, and AP curricula.
You don’t have to make the final decision about your major and minor right away. UAlberta offers 200+ undergraduate programs so you have great flexibility to tailor your degree to your interests. In some programs, you can enroll in a Faculty but wait up to your third year to declare your major and minor areas of study. www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/admissions
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www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/ advancedstanding
You can apply now and then send your documents later. To start the application process, you just need to complete the Application for Undergraduate Studies form and submit it. The application deadline for most direct entry programs is May 1, but there are some exceptions. Documents have a later deadline, (June 15 or August 1 for most programs) so you can send them later on, although you should try to send them as soon as possible to get an admissions decision sooner.
Did you
know
www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/ documents
The Bridging Program is for excellent students who meet all of UAlberta’s academic criteria but still need to improve their English skills in order to enter a degree program.
UAlberta accepts many different international curricula.
Students can take English language courses at UAlberta and earn academic credit at the same time. After you complete the BP successfully, you can continue as a full-time undergraduate student. www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/ bridging
In addition to IB, AP, British, and US-based curricula, UAlberta accepts many local high school curricula from around the world. Consult our website to see which curricula are accepted from your country.
You can complete your preprofessional year at UAlberta.
www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/ admissions
Most undergraduate programs can be entered directly from high school, but some require at least one year of pre-professional study before you can apply. You can take all of your pre-professional courses at UAlberta.
You can track the progress of your application online. When you submit your application to study at UAlberta, you will receive an ID and login for Beartracks, our online system where you can track your application status. Eventually, you can also use it to register for your courses. https://www.beartracks.ualberta.ca
more at www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca
Undergraduate
Admissions
• Completing an undergraduate program will give you a Bachelor’s Degree. • An undergraduate program will last four years on average. Some programs may take longer to complete.
Admission is based on your complete academic history and achievement in three main areas:
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English language proficiency requirement (ELP) • All undergraduate applicants to English-speaking and bilingual programs need an adequate level of English language proficiency before admission, regardless of their citizenship status or country of origin.
• The University of Alberta reserves the right to use discretion in determining adequate levels of language proficiency to ensure success in academic programs. In some cases, additional English language testing, conducted by the Faculty of Extension, may be required to confirm English language proficiency.
How can I show that I’ve met the requirement?
UAlberta will accept one of the following:
Details and conditions
Completing a test of English Language Proficiency and earning the minimum score required by UAlberta.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
iBT: at least 86, with a minimum score of 21 points in each section, or, Paper based: 580
IELTS (Academic) (International English Language Testing System).
At least 6.5 with no band less than 5.0.
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language assessment exam).
At least 70
CanTEST (Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees).
At least 4.5, with no part less than 4.0
CAE (Certificate in Advanced English, also known as Cambridge English: Advanced).
At least B
CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English, also known as Cambridge English: Proficiency).
At least C
MELAB (Michigan English Assessment Battery).
At least 85
PTE (Pearson Test of English) (Academic)
At least 59
English Language Arts 30-1 course (Alberta or BC High School)
Final blended grade of 75% or better
International Baccalaureate English A1, A2
A grade of 5 or better
International Baccalaureate English B1, B2
A grade of 6 or better
Advanced Placement English.
A grade of 4 or better on the AP English College Board examination
O-level, GCSE, IGCSE, AS-level or A-level English Language or Literature course
A grade of B or better (See Note 6)
6 credits of transferable university-level English Language and Literature completed at a postsecondary institution where English is the language of instruction
A grade of B+ or better
The University of Alberta’s ESL 140/145
Successful completion
Successful completion of three years of full-time education in English in: Canada (including Grade 12 year), or another country where English is recognized as the official language of instruction, or in a recognized school/institution where English is the primary language of instruction.
Such education must include Alberta Grade 12 or its equivalent level, and can be a combination of secondary and postsecondary education.
Successful completion of the equivalent of three years of full-time instruction in a school/institution in Canada in which the major language of instruction is other than English.
The level of English proficiency required for graduation is equivalent to that in English language schools/institutions in Canada.
Graduation from a degree program offered by an accredited University at which English is the primary language of instruction.
The University must be located in a country where English is the primary language.
(See Note 4)
Completing certain courses that have been approved by UAlberta, and achieving a certain minimum grade in that course. (See Note 4)
Previous Education in English (See Notes 1, 2, 3, 5)
Completing UAlberta’s Bridging Progam
Academically qualified students who do not meet the English Language Proficiency requirements listed above should consider UAlberta’s Bridging Program. www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/bridging
Spoken English language proficiency (required by some programs) If you select a program related to Health Sciences or Education, you will be required to meet the spoken English language proficiency requirement. Please refer to the UAlberta Calendar for how to meet this requirement (Section 13.3.2).
Note 1: Enrolment in English as a second language (ESL) courses or programs will not be included in the calculation of three years of full-time study. Enrolment must be in a regular high school or postsecondary for-credit program. Where students are registered in both ESL and regular programs, the ESL hours will be deducted from the total educational hours. Note 2: Proof of three years of education must be submitted in the form of official transcripts (including details on course enrolment and hours of instruction). Note 3: Failing grades/courses will not be counted when calculating full-time attendance. Only courses with passing grades will be considered.
Note 4: Standardized test results must be issued directly from the testing office. Photocopies will not be accepted. Test scores must be valid and verifiable. Note 5: For a list of countries and universities that are recognized as having met UAlberta’s English language proficiency requirement, visit: www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/elp Note 6: In countries where alpha-grades are further defined by numerical grades, a minimum grade of 3 is required to meet ELP (For example: a grade of B3).
more at www.studyincanada.ualberta.CA/elp
Common
equivalency comparisons
Equivalency comparisons (commonly seen in the American System) Find the five subjects required for your UAlberta program at www.STUDYINCANADA.UALBERTA.CA/ADMISSIONS Consult this table to see which high school courses you can present in order to meet the subject requirements. Meet the subject requirements for your program using the prerequisites listed here: Subject Requirements Will Vary by Program
English
USA-curriculum High School Courses Four years of English Language Arts/Literature with a course at the senior level
SAT Subject Test/ Critical Reading
Advanced Placement English
SAT Critical Reading with a minimum score of 550
IB courses English A1, A2 HL or SL or B1, B2 HL or SL
USA-curriculum applicants: All required courses from Group A (Humanities/Social Sciences) and Group B (Fine Arts) must be met by presenting accepted scores from either IB, or AP, or SAT Subject Test (SAT ST) results, or High School Grade 12 (equivalent) course marks. If a high school course mark is to be used, the applicant must also meet the SAT Reasoning Test (SAT RT) or ACT requirement as follows: • SAT RT: minimum combined score of 1650 with a minimum of 550 on each section, or • ACT: minimum composite score of 24
Group A subjects
Humanities/ Social Sciences Includes: • English (Literature & Composition) • Languages other than English • History • Cultural Geography • Social studies • Economics
Group B subjects
Fine Arts Includes: • Art • Drama • Music
Three years of high school courses including the Grade 12 year plus one of the following a) S AT RT: minimum combined score of 1650 with a minimum of 550 on each section, or b) A CT: minimum composite score of 24
Three years of the same Fine Arts subject (e.g. 3 years of Music or 3 years of Art, including the Grade 12 year) plus one of the following a) S AT RT: minimum combined score of 1650 with a minimum of 550 on each section, or b) A CT: minimum composite score of 24
Government and politics, Human Geography, European History, World History, any Language at the AP level, US History, Micro Economics, Macro Economics, Psychology
Art History, Studio Art, Music Theory
American History: and Social Studies (minimum score of 620) World History: (minimum score of 620) French: (minimum score of 580) German: (minimum score of 560) Latin: (minimum score of 600) Modern Hebrew: (minimum score of 600) Italian: (minimum score of 620) Spanish: (minimum score of 570) Korean: (minimum score of 600) Japanese: (minimum score of 620) Chinese: (minimum score of 750)
• Anthropology • Economics • Geography • History • History of the Americas • History of Europe • History of Africa • History of Asia & Middle East • History of Asia & Oceania • Islamic History • Philosophy • Psychology • Arabic • Bengali • Bosnian • Bulgarian • Cantonese • Chinese • Czech • Danish • Dutch • Finnish • French • German • Greek • Hindi • Indonesian • Italian • Japanese • Latin • Mandarin •Norwegian • Polish • Portuguese • Russian • Slovak • Spanish • Swahili • Swedish • Turkish
N/A
• Art & Design • Dance • Film • Music • Theatre (Drama Theatre Arts) • Visual Arts
Information Technology in a Global Society (HL)
USA-curriculum applicants: All required courses from Group C (Mathematics/Sciences) must be met by presenting an accepted score from either International Baccalaureate (IB), or Advanced Placement (AP) or SAT Subject Test (SAT ST) results.
Group C subjects Mathematics (Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry)
N/A
There is no AP course that meets this requirement for admission
Mathematics Level 2 or Mathematics IIC with a minimum score of 600
• Mathematics • Math Studies
Calculus
N/A
Calculus AB, Calculus BC
There is no SAT Subject test in Calculus
Mathematics
Biology
N/A
Biology
Biology E or Biology M with a minimum score of 590
Biology
Chemistry
N/A
Chemistry
Chemistry with a minimum score of 600
Chemistry
Physics
N/A
Physics
Physics with a minimum score of 600
Physics
Other Sciences
N/A
Environmental Sciences, Statistics, Computer Science A, Computer Science AB
N/A
• Computing Science • Design Technology • Environmental Systems/Environmental Systems and Society
Note: Advanced or Honors courses in the USA curriculum may meet the subject requirements for admission.
UAlberta accepts many different international curricula in addition to those listed here. Learn more at www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/admissions 30
Application Deadlines
Document Deadlines
Fall/Winter (September entry)
Fall/Winter (September entry)
Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences. . . . . . . . . May 1 Arts BA (Criminology). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . March 1 All other programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1 Augustana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1 Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . March 1 Education BEd and BEd After Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1 BEd (Adult Education Route) . . . . . . . . Contact Department Education (Diploma). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 1 Engineering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1 Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . November 1 Medicine & Dentistry BSc (Dental Hygiene Specialization) Post-Diploma Degree Completion . . . . . . . . . November 1 Dental Hygiene Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . November 1 Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . November 1 Medical Laboratory Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . March 1 Medicine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . November 1 Native Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1 Nursing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1 Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences . . . . . . . . . . March 1 BSc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . March 1 Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD). . . . . . . . . . . September 1 Physical Education & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1 Campus Saint-Jean BA, BSc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1 Bilingual BCom and BEd (Elementary, Secondary) . . March 1 BSc Nursing (Bilingual) apply to Faculty of Nursing. February 1 All other programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1 Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1 Open Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . August 31
The document deadlines for most UAlberta programs are: High school applicants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . August 1 Postsecondary/transfer applicants . . . . . . . . . . . . June 15
Winter Term (January entry) Spring/Summer Terms (May entry) Summer Term (July entry) Refer to UAlberta Calendar at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/calendar
The academic year is divided into four terms. Fall Term Winter Term Spring Term Summer Term
September to December January to April
The following programs have different deadlines or require additional documentation: Arts BA (Criminology) – references, résumé and written statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . March 1 transcripts and interview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 1 BFA (Art and Design) and BDesign portfolio submission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1 BFA (Drama) in Acting – audition application . . . . January 11 BFA (Drama) in Theatre Design references, portfolio submission . . . . . . . . . . . April 1 BFA (Technical Theatre) letter of intent, references, interview, and résumé . . April 1 BMus and BMus/BEd – audition application . . . . . . . May 1 Augustana All applicants – residency application . . . . . . . . . August 1 BA (Music Major or Minor) – interview. . . . . . . . . . April 15 BSc (Music Minor) – interview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 15 BMus – audition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 15 Education (Diploma) – all documents . . . . . . . . . . . . June 1 Law – all documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . February 1 Medicine & Dentistry Dentistry – Dental Aptitude Test (DAT) . . . . . . . January 15 Medical Laboratory Science – letter of intent . . . . . . . May 1 Dentistry and Diploma in Dental Hygiene – All previously completed course work and course registration of current year. . . . . . . . November 1 Fall term final grades and Winter Term registration of current year. . . . . . . . . . . . . February 1 Medicine – Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT), interview and letters of reference, all previously completed course work, and course registration of current year . . . . . November 1 Fall Term final grades and Winter Term registration of current year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . February 1 Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences BSc – letter of intent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . March 1 PharmD – see UAlberta Calendar 15.12.3. . . . September 15 Open Studies Consult UAlberta Calendar §12.7
Winter Term (January entry)
May to mid-June
Spring/Summer Terms (May entry)
July to mid-August
Summer Term (July entry)
The majority of undergraduate programs accept applications for the Fall Term only, but there are several programs that can admit in Winter or Spring. Complete details on deadlines and application procedures can be found on our website at www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/admissions
Refer to UAlberta Calendar at www.registrar.ualberta.ca/calendar
Don’t wait until the deadline to send your documents! The earlier we recieve your documents, the earlier we can consider you for admission.
Tuition &
Cost of Living Estimate
8 months
Based on 30 credits in 8 months (CAD)
$
Tuition & Fees
$ 20,076 Note: this estimate is based on the 2013/14 rates for undergraduate students in the Faculties of Arts and Science.
$ On-Campus Accommodation (SHARED)1
$2,952 - $6,848
On-Campus Accommodation $5,800 - $8,560 (PRIVATE APARTMENT)
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Notes Other Faculties may have a higher rate of tuition, for example: $23,866 Faculty of Engineering $25,982 School of Business Visit: www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/tuition for current estimates for all Faculties.
For student residences that range from dormitory-style rooms to four-bedroom, shared apartments.
Food
 $2,160
Clothing
$400
Bus Pass
$0
Books and Supplies
$1,200
Other items
$1,480
The miscellaneous category includes phone ($50/month), laundry ($30/month), pharmacy ($15/month), Recreation & Entertainment ($50/month) and Dental ($20/month).
TOTAL (CAD)
$28,258
TOTAL (USD)
$28,142
1 Canadian dollar = $0.9959 US dollars (average exchange rate from June 2012 to June 2013 (www.oanda.com)
A student bus pass for September to April is included in UAlberta’s non-instructional fees.
Please note: The rates listed on this page are estimates and are subject to change. Consult the UAlberta website for additional information.
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