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Table of Contents

3 Canada

4 Alberta

7 Studying in Alberta

10 Map of Post-secondary Institutions in Alberta

11 Post-secondary Institutions in Alberta

30 Features Chart

32 Programs Chart

36 How to Apply to Campus Alberta

39 Resources 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2 3

Canada is consistently ranked as one of the Being a relatively young country, Canada provides world’s most desirable places to live. The second numerous possibilities and opportunities. largest country in the world, we have 33 million Canada’s education system is recognized people spread across 10 provinces and three internationally for its excellence and quality. territories with a diverse and multicultural population where one in five is a newcomer. It is a welcoming environment providing you with Canada is officially bilingual with English and the opportunity to study in some of the world’s French as the national languages but in reality leading institutions. there are over 200 languages spoken. Canada

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Visit our Study in Alberta (www.studyinalberta.ca) Work while you study Stay after you graduate website to find information on primary, secondary, and As an international student, you can work on Alberta welcomes international students wishing post-secondary studies in Alberta, Canada. campus or participate in the Off-Campus Work to seek permanent residence after graduating, Permit Program. Depending on which institution through the Alberta Immigrant Nominee you choose, you may also have the option of Program (AINP). The AINP is an employer driven participating in cooperative work programs and immigration program operated by the Alberta internships. government and Citizenship and Immigration To find more information about the Off-Campus Canada (CIC). It was designed to quickly expedite Work Permit Program, please visit Citizenship applications for permanent residence. As an and Immigration Canada (www.cic.gc.ca/english/ international student, you may qualify under study/work.asp) for more details. the “International Graduate” category. Those individuals nominated by the province, together Work after you Graduate with their spouse and dependent children, are After graduating from a post-secondary eligible to apply for permanent residency. CIC Alberta grants priority to processing permanent resident institution in Alberta, you are eligible to work in Alberta on a full-time basis for up to three visa applications for Provincial Nominees. To find out more, visit the Alberta Immigrant The Province of Alberta is located in Western years. This is an exceptional opportunity for Canada and is home to the majestic Rocky immediately applying your education in the Nominee Program (www.albertacanada.com/ Mountains, one of the most beautiful and workplace, and to gain valued work experience immigration/immigrate/ainp.html). scenic areas in the world. Young people from and employer references. For more information If you are a temporary foreign worker or a foreign around the world choose to study in Alberta on the Post-Graduation Work Permit student who graduated in Canada, you often because of its spectacular natural beauty, Program, please visit (www.cic.gc.ca/english/ have the qualities to make a successful transition healthy environment, cultural diversity, study/work-postgrad.asp). from temporary to permanent residence. If this lively communities, and strong economy. describes you, then a second option to immigrate Alberta is a world leader in providing high is also available to you through the Canadian quality educational opportunities to its Experience Class (www.cic.gc.ca/english/ students. The province’s education s immigrate/cec/index.asp). system has developed superior Calgary programs in cutting-edge facilities that are recognized for their excellence was ranked in teaching and research. Competitive act tuition fees and an affordable cost among the world’s of living makes Alberta a smart destination smartest cities. of choice for students. (Forbes Magazine) Fun F 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 6 7 Post-secondary Institutions in Alberta Alberta’s strong post-secondary system includes a variety of universities, colleges, and technical institutes. Together they make up Campus Alberta which is a coordinated system dedicated to providing students with a diverse range of programs and experiences all across the province.

POST-SECONDARY Education Programs Certificate, diploma, applied degree, degree…What’s the difference?

Certificate Diploma Applied Degree Bachelor’s Degree

• prepares students for • prepares students • combines theoretical • provides a more entry into specific for employment in approaches to learning theoretical or occupations. a particular field or with elements of academic approach practical application, group of occupations. to learning. providing a broader range of career and employment opportunities beyond entry-level in an industry. • are offered by some public colleges and technical institutes.

• completion of some • high school • admission • high school high school studies graduation (with requirements may graduation (with (often specified specified grades be similar to those of specified grades minimum grades and subjects) for diploma programs. and subjects) for and subjects). admission. Completion of a admission. • Admission to some Exception Exception related diploma University-level certificate University-level diploma program may be faculties with programs may require high programs require one year of a prerequisite for enrolment limits school graduation, some post- academic study or equivalent admission to the third may require marks secondary education or mature beyond a bachelor’s degree year of an applied higher than the student status. and may be applicable to specified minimum

Entrance R equirements degree program. related master’s degree average required programs. for application.

• one year or less of full- • two years of full-time, • four-year programs • three to four years time study at a college applied study at a consisting of six of full-time study or technical institute. college or technical semesters (about three (program length years) of academic Note: Successful completion institute. may vary by studies and at least discipline and by of a certificate can sometimes two semesters (about earn you credit and admission institution). into a diploma program. Consult one year) of related

L ength the Online Alberta Transfer paid, supervised work Guide at transferalberta.ca experience in the for a complete list of industry. transferable courses and Note: Students graduating from programs. an applied degree program may not have direct access to graduate studies. However, in some circumstances, students may be admitted after completing a bridging There is so much to do here! program. 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 8 9

University Transfer • An applied undergraduate degree is not typically Highest Quality Education The Post-secondary Learning Act requires recognized for acceptance into a master’s degree the Campus Alberta Quality Council (CAQC) Across our 26 publicly-funded institutions, we have • The first two years of a degree-level program (http://www.caqc.gov.ab.ca) to consider the program. award-winning professors, international curricula, can be completed at many colleges before ability of institutions to deliver and sustain high world-class research facilities, libraries and computer transferring to a university or private college quality degree programs. To meet this goal, all Doctoral Degree Programs labs, along with recognized academic and technical with an accredited degree program for the last degree programs recommended by the Council and credentialing. two years of study. Consult the Online Alberta • A doctoral degree program typically builds on approved by the Minister must offer an education Transfer Guide at transferalberta.ca for a knowledge and competencies acquired during of sufficient breadth and rigour to meet national and complete listing of transferable courses and prior study in a related field, usually at the international standards of programs at recognized programs. master’s degree level. post-secondary institutions. • Some of the benefits of university transfer • Program length may range from two to five years programs include smaller class sizes, lower of full-time study, depending on the field of tuition fees, less competitive admission, and the study and institution. opportunity to choose from a greater number of • Doctoral programs leading to a doctor of program providers. philosophy (PhD) involve planning and carrying • Many colleges also offer two year general studies out high-quality research leading to advanced or liberal arts programs to prepare students for knowledge in the field. further studies. • Doctoral programs normally include the preparation and defence of a dissertation on an Master’s Degree Programs approved topic. • A master’s degree program builds on knowledge • Professional doctoral programs, such as doctor and competencies acquired during a related of education (EdD) and doctor of music (DMus), undergraduate bachelor’s degree program. provide instruction in research methods but are • A master’s degree program designed to prepare students for work in may be thesis-based or a specialized field. Alberta is home to some of course-based. the world’s most beautiful English as a Second • Program length is usually Language (ESL) scenery, making it an ideal two years of full-time study film location. Movies shot in but may vary by field of Most Alberta post-secondary institutions offer Alberta include Superman study and institution. programs that will help improve your English (1978), Dances with Wolves language skills and proficiency. There are generally • An entrance exam may (1990), Unforgiven (1992), two types of ESL programs: Legends of the Fall (1994), be required to qualify for Brokeback Mountain (2005), acceptance into some Academic ESL programs: programs. Examples and The Assassination of These programs are tailored to help meet the Jesse James (2007). include the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) English Language Proficiency requirements of the and the Graduate academic program you intend to take. They are Management often referred to as “English for Academic Purposes” Admission Test or EAP programs. (GMAT). ESL only programs: • Applicants who have a three-year These programs are generally tailored to students undergraduate who are interested in intensive English language bachelor’s studies. They usually are not required for degree are entry into institutions’ academic programs. normally required to complete an additional qualifying year. 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 10 11 Map of Post-secondary Welcome to Campus Alberta! Legend What does that mean? Institutions in Alberta Certicate Includes only: Diploma Campus Alberta refers to Alberta’s post-secondary system and institutions working together to provide better Applied Degree opportunities to you, the student. This means that your education pathway can be as unique as you are! • publicly funded post-secondary institutions Baccalaureate Degree Campus Alberta supports learner pathways by providing diversity in programs, enhancing mobility, and ex- • programs approved by the Minister of Advanced Education Master’s Degree panding transfer opportunities—all while maintaining a high quality post-secondary education that is world and Technology Doctoral Degree renowned. In Alberta, we believe in lifelong learning; so whether you are interested in academic, profession- al, or personal growth, we have a program for you! Alberta is an exciting province that offers innovative opportunities, as evidenced by Campus Alberta. Page 13 As a post-secondary student in Alberta, you can be part of its bright future! Page 23

Grande Prairie Keyano Colleg e Regional College Fort McMurray Page 18 Page 16 Fairview

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Concordia University College Grande Prairie of Alberta Lac La Biche Page 24 Page 16 Athabasca Grant MacEwan Universit y Page 17 Lakeland College

The King’s University College Vermillion Page 19 Page 18

NorQuest College Sherwood Park Lloydminster Page 22

Northern Alberta Institute Lacombe Canadian

of Technology (NAIT) Red Deer University Colleg e Page 22 Page 15 Olds Page 27 Red Deer Colleg e The Ban† Centre Banff Page 25 Professional Non-Parchment Calgary Programming Page 14 Medicine Hat Page 24 Post-secondary Institutions in Alberta

Alberta College of Art + Design Medicine Hat Page 22 Lethbridge Colleg e In this section, you will find the following for each Most post-secondary institutions have student

Ambrose University College Page 20 post-secondary institution: advisors who help current and prospective students Page 12 explore goals, make informed decisions when • contact information selecting programs and courses, interpret academic Page 14 • application dates regulations and procedures, understand students’ • general information Page 21 Page 20 rights and responsibilities, fill out applications for

Southern Alberta Institute Please check with the institution to which you wish financial assistance, and refer students to other Page 28 of Technology (SAIT) to apply to confirm program information before resources. Phone the registrar’s office for advisor Page 26 contact information. making your educational plans. St. Mary’s University College Page 26 Check with your preferred post-secondary institution for a complete Note: the following pages include only publicly funded Information in this viewbook was current listing of University Transfer and Collaborative Degree options. post-secondary institutions. at the time of printing. Students should Page 28 * Looking for specific information about programs, credentials, fees, and consult the institution’s website for current scholarships please access our interactive map at http://aet.alberta.ca/ information. post-secondary/institutions/public/pscontact.aspx 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 12 13

Alberta College of Art + Design College is From its beginning, Athabasca Alberta College (ACAD) students spend their Ambrose a Christian liberal arts university Athabasca University (AU) has consistently of Art + Design class time working on their art, University college delivering quality University pioneered new approaches not just sitting in a lecture hall. education that prepares men and to post-secondary learning: Admissions Office They enjoy small class sizes College women for lives of leadership Admissions Office through its open philosophy, and service. 1407 – 14 Avenue NW and individual attention from Office of Enrolment 1 University Drive through its outreach, through its revolutionary methods of Calgary, Alberta accomplished faculty, who are Management Ambrose offers three- and four- Athabasca, Alberta some of today’s most successful year Bachelor of Arts degrees Canada T9S 3A3 course and program design Canada T2N 4R3 150 Ambrose Circle SW and delivery, and through its artists and designers. Calgary, Alberta with concentrations and majors in Behavioural Science, Business Phone number: 1 (780) 675-6100 acceptance and adoption of Phone number: 1(403) 284-7617 ACAD offers Bachelor of Design Canada T3H 0L5 Administration, Christian 1 (800) 788-9041 toll-free technology-based alternatives to (B.Des.) and Bachelor of Fine Arts Fax number: 1 (403) 284-7644 Studies, English Literature, traditional instructional channels (BFA) degree programs. Bachelor Phone number: 1 (403) 410-2900 Fax number: 1 (780) 675-6437 Email: [email protected] General Studies, History, and and contexts. of Design students benefit 1(800) 461-1222 toll-free Music. University transfer Email: www.askau.ca Athabasca University, Canada’s Website: www.acad.ca from an extensive design based Fax number: 1 (403) 571-2556 courses are also offered. See the Open University®, is dedicated curriculum developed to exceed Website: www.athabascau.ca/ Application Dates Online Alberta Transfer Guide to the removal of barriers that industry expectations. Students Email: [email protected] prospective (transferalberta.ca) for a list of restrict access to and success First Day Applications Accepted engaged in the Bachelor of Fine Website: www.ambrose.edu transferable courses. Graduates Application Dates in university-level study and November 1 Arts Degree program choose pursue careers in education, First Day Applications Accepted to increasing equality of to focus on one of nine studio Application Dates nursing, and social services, Last Day Applications Accepted educational opportunity for areas. Each student benefits from Last Day Applications Accepted or go on to graduate studies. Generally, Athabasca University adult learners worldwide. November 1 the interdisciplinary approach There are many community offers undergraduate, AU is committed to excellence February 1 USA Applicants of a diverse variety of media, opportunities beyond the individualized study courses with in teaching, research, and Early Consideration Fall Semester: July 15 ideas, and people interacting classroom to develop spiritually, monthly start dates. Applications scholarship and to being of March 1 in one comprehensive space. Winter Semester: November 15 intellectually, physically, and must be complete by the 10th service to the general public. Advanced Standing Bachelor of Fine Arts Majors socially through the college’s Applicants from outside of the month to receive the 1st include Ceramics, Drawing, Fibre, spiritual formation, residence, April 1 North America of the following month as Glass, Jewelry and Metals, Media and athletics. Athletic and Early Admission a start date. Arts and Digital Technologies, Fall Semester: March 1 Campus Recreation programs International Scholarship Painting, Print Media, and Winter Semester: July 1 are housed in brand new gym International Scholarship Applications Accepted Sculpture. facilities. Applications Accepted Scholarships/ Financial Aid Automatic The BFA and B.Des. programs A comfortable apartment- Student awards information http://future.ambrose.edu/ begin with First Year Studies, style residence is available varies based on the award. For Housing Applications for financing/aid/scholarships near the campus, including a common year-long experience more information, please review International Students a program that provides an that provides a critical the individual student awards: February 1 foundation of technical and excellent transition from home to independent living. The problem-solving skills. It is http://www.athabascau.ca/ The Government of library houses a comprehensive also the student’s opportunity registrar/studawrds.php collection of more than 100,000 Alberta to explore a variety of volumes and 300 periodical Housing Applications for is organized as creative directions and studio subscriptions, making it one International Students a parliamentary democracy experiences. Upon completion of the largest private university N/A – Athabasca University with a unicameral legislature. of First Year Studies, students will college libraries in Western follows a distance delivery Its unicameral legislature— choose to apply to a major in the Canada. B.Des. Program or enter studies model. the Legislative Assembly— at the 200 level of the Excellently trained professors, consists of eighty-three small classes, and a strong sense BFA Program. members. of community create a dynamic learning environment. 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 14 15

The Banff Centre is a globally Bow Valley College is a public Canadian University College The Banff Centre respected arts, cultural, and Bow Valley community college located in Canadian is located in the heartland of educational institution and the heart of downtown Calgary, Alberta surrounded by lakes and Admissions Office College University College conference facility. A catalyst for a young, vibrant metropolitan lush countryside. CUC believes in Box 1020 creativity, the Centre inspires International Office centre. We offer undergraduate Admissions Office the complete university college 107 Tunnel Mountain Drive artists, the mountain community, 4th Floor certificates and diplomas with 5415 College Avenue experience. They provide an Banff, Alberta and business and community Rocky Mountain Plaza practicum work terms providing Lacombe, Alberta environment where academic, physical, and spiritual growth is Canada T1L 1H5 leaders from Canada and around 615 MacLeod Trail South graduates with competitive Canada T4L 2E5 the world. The Centre’s alumni skill sets for the workforce. Our encouraged. With just over 400 Phone number: 1 (403) 762-6180 Calgary, Alberta create, produce, and perform programs also offer the option Phone number: 1 (403) 782-3381 students and a student-teacher or 1 (800) 565-9989 toll-free Canada T2G 4T8 works of art all over the world. for further post-secondary or 1 (800) 661-8129 toll-free ratio of 10-1, CUC has a family- Fax number: 1 (403) 762-6345 Alumni also lead institutions, Mailing Address study through our agreements like atmosphere. Fax number: 1 (403) 782-2455 Email: [email protected] organizations, and businesses, 332–6 Avenue SE with other post-secondary CUC offers more than 20 Email: [email protected] Website: www.banffcentre.ca and play significant roles in their Calgary, Alberta institutions. We specialize in the undergraduate degree programs. community’s cultural, social, areas of Business, Health Care, Canada T2G 4S6 Website: www.cauc.ca These include a four-year Leadership Development intellectual, and economic well- and Human Services. Bachelor of Science in Biology being, and in the preservation of Phone number: 1 (403) 410-3476 Application Dates Phone number: 1 (403) 762-6136 For the past 40 years, Bow Valley and Psychology and Behavioural the environment. or 1 (800) 590-9799 toll-free Fax number: 1 (403) 297-3984 College has offered ESL programs Last Day Applications Accepted Science, as well as a Bachelor of Business Administration. CUC Fax number: 1 (403) 762-6422 The Centre’s multi-disciplinary to prepare students to meet and June 1st for September start Email: international@bowvalley also offers unique programs Email: programs allow emerging and exceed their English proficiency college.ca October 1st for January start that include a Bachelor of Arts established individuals in the goals whether for work, [email protected] in Adventure Based Counselling, arts, sciences, business, and Website: academic, or social purposes. Our International Health and Mountain Culture the environment to create and www.bowvalleycollege.ca/ programs can accommodate full- Wilderness Studies, and Outward Phone number: 1 (403) 762-6369 showcase new work, to push international time study, part-time skill specific Pursuits. or 1 (800) 298-1229 toll-free boundaries, to interact and share development, and English for Application Dates Fax number: 1 (403) 762-6277 knowledge, and to develop Academic Purposes. Visit their website and learn new ideas and solutions for the First Day Applications Accepted more about Canadian University Email: Whatever your educational present and the future. College. mountainculture@banffcentre. Continuous applications for three goals, Bow Valley College is the ca semestered intakes: Fall, Winter, optimum choice to continue on and Spring/Summer your education pathway. Application Dates Last Day Applications Accepted Applications accepted year- round until programs are full. Students can be admitted up to one week prior to the program start date, if space is available and the applicant has fulfilled all admission requirements. Students are encouraged to apply early, as some programs are in high demand. International students should apply at least 6 months in advance of the desired start date. 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 16 17

Concordia University College of Grande Prairie Regional College Established in 1971, Grant Concordia Alberta truly provides a unique Grande Prairie offers academic upgrading, Grant MacEwan MacEwan University offers a University College university experience. Located Regional career and continuing education University wide diversity of educational in Edmonton, Alberta, Concordia programs, and university transfer opportunities ranging from four- of Alberta offers the best of both worlds– College studies at campuses in Grande Admissions Office year baccalaureate degrees to Student and Enrolment a small university campus Office of the Registrar Prairie and Fairview. Degree Room 7-121 two year diplomas to one year located on the banks of the completion opportunities are certificates. Over 60 different Services 10726–106 Avenue City Centre Campus scenic North Saskatchewan River also available in Grande Prairie programs of study are available 7128 Ada Boulevard Grande Prairie, Alberta 10700 – 104 Avenue within one of the most vibrant in collaboration with respective through the university’s four Edmonton, Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta urban centres in the country. Canada T8V 4C4 universities. academic units: Canada T5B 4E4 Canada T5J 4S2 Concordia offers 27 accredited Phone number: 1 (780) 539-2944 Through collaborative School of Business, Faculty of Phone number: 1 (780) 497-5397 Phone number: 1 (780) 479-9220 undergraduate degree programs or 1 (888) 539-4772 toll-free agreements with other Arts and Science, Faculty of or 1 (888) 497-4622 toll-free or 1 (866) 479-5200 toll-free in Arts, Education, Environmental Fax number: 1 (780) 539-2888 institutions, students may Health and Community Studies, Health, Management, and complete the following degrees Fax number: 1 (780) 497-5395 and Centre for the Arts and Fax number: 1 (780) 378-8460 Email: [email protected] Science, as well as two graduate on campus: Communication. Email: Email: degrees, including the new Website: www.gprc.ab.ca • Bachelor of Science in Approximately half of MacEwan’s [email protected] Master of Arts in Biblical and [email protected] Nursing, Bachelor of 12,000 full-time students are Christian Studies, and church Application Dates Website: www.macewan.ca/ Website: www.concordia.ab.ca Education, Bachelor of enrolled in degree programs, work programs. Last Day Applications Accepted international Commerce, Bachelor of and many of the students who Application Dates At Concordia, students Applications for Nursing and Management, Bachelor Application Dates complete one of the institution’s Last Day Applications Accepted experience a community where Power Engineering arriving of Science in Computer two year diploma programs are Applications will be accepted September – May 1st professors know their name. A after February 28 may not be Information Systems, and eligible to transfer to a degree until the program closes or supportive learning environment considered. Bachelor of Social Work. program within MacEwan or at January – October 1st classes begin. encourages students to develop For all other programs, qualified The college’s facilities include: another university. MacEwan’s International Scholarship their interests, discover passions, applications are accepted Housing Applications for strength lies in its emphasis on • a conservatory where Applications Deadline meet new people, respect on a first-come, first-served International Students providing a quality learning students of all ages receive Entrance Awards – April 1st different points of view, and basis. Applications will be experience to students, be it music instruction. Applications to Residence (All students) above all else, helps students accepted until programs/classes received before July 1 through small class sizes, the understand that they can make a are full. • enviable athletic facilities, are normally guaranteed openness and availability of difference in their life and in the which are used by the Students are advised to apply accommodation for the fall its faculty, or its library and lives of others. college’s nationally early. (September) term. technological resources. competitive teams in As a Christian university college, basketball, cross-country MacEwan’s mandate includes Concordia also adds purpose running, curling, soccer, and a commitment to global and meaning to university volleyball. education. Each year over education by encouraging 700 international students • a 500-seat concert hall personal integrity, leadership, from more than 50 countries renowned for its architecture Edmonton and community responsibility. study at MacEwan. The School and the world-class is the capital of the While their heritage is Lutheran, of Business in particular performances held there. Province of Alberta. Concordia serves people of all has placed an emphasis on It plays host to a year- faiths and backgrounds. international programming. round slate of world-class Within its Bachelor of Commerce festivals, earning the title program, two of the three majors of “The Festival City.” have an international focus – International Business and Supply Chain Management. 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 18 19

Keyano College offers one- and The King’s University College When Lakeland College opened two-year university transfer The King’s provides students with a university Lakeland College in 1913, there were only 34 programs in disciplines ranging education in the arts, sciences, students enrolled. Today, Office of the Registrar University Office of the registrar from General Science to Fine and selected professional areas although the college has 8115 Franklin Avenue Arts. Collaborative degrees College from a Biblical perspective. King’s Associate Dean, International campuses in Lloydminster and Fort McMurray, Alberta in Nursing, Social Work, Enrolment Services attracts students of all ages from and Distance Learning Vermilion and serves more than Canada T9H 2H7 and Elementary Education a variety of religious backgrounds. 8,000 full-time and part-time 9125 - 50 Street 5707 College Drive are also offered. Certificate The university college strives to students, Lakeland is as tight-knit Phone number: 1 (780) 791-4801 Edmonton, Alberta Vermilion, Alberta and diploma programs be an academic community that as ever. or 1 (800) 251-1408 toll-free Canada T6B 2H3 integrates the Christian faith with Canada T9X 1K5 are available in Business Lakeland College’s comfortable teaching, learning, research, and Phone number: 1 (780) 853-8400 Fax number: 1 (780) 791- 4952 Administration, Computer Phone number: 1 (780) 465-8334 college life in an environment setting allows students to focus Information Systems, Office or 1 (800) 661-6490 toll-free Email: [email protected] or 1 (800) 661-8582 toll-free characterized by academic on learning. The college’s award- Administration, Early Learning Fax number: 1 (780) 853-2955 Website: www.keyano.ca Fax number: 1 (780) 465-3534 excellence and a personal winning programs are designed and Childcare, Environmental approach to students. Email: to ease students’ transition into Application Dates Technology, Aboriginal Child Email: [email protected] the work force and/or for further King’s offers the following degree [email protected] and Family Services, and Visual study at a four-year institution. Year-round Website: www.kingsu.ca programs: Bachelor of Arts, and Performing Arts. Adult Website: Students get a university-calibre International Scholarship Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of upgrading, trades preparation, Application Dates www.lakelandcollege.ca education without the red tape, Applications Deadline Commerce, Bachelor of Music, and apprenticeship programs Application Deadlines and a Bachelor of Education big crowds, and distractions. September 30 are also offered. Co-operative Lloydminster Campus August 15 of the current year (After Degree) in Elementary or The study options are as diverse education (earn while you learn) Lakeland College for fall Secondary Education. as the college. More than 60 is available in a number of 2602–59 Avenue Students can choose from the degree, diploma, certificate, programs. November 30 of the current year Bag 6600 following disciplines: Biology, apprenticeship, university Keyano College has a main for winter Lloydminster, Saskatchewan Chemistry, Commerce, Computing transfer, and online programs are campus and a heavy industrial Applicants are encouraged Science, English, Environmental Canada S9V 1Z3 available at Lakeland College. training centre in Fort McMurray, to give at least three months Studies, and History. Phone number: 1 (780) 871-5700 The Vermilion campus offers a satellite campus in Fort for their study permit to be Opportunities to participate in programs in agricultural sciences, Chipewyan, and five community processed. Processing times vary Application Dates the college community include business, environmental sciences, learning centres. Keyano’s depending on local processing choir, athletic teams, outdoors Applications are on a first applied, fire and emergency services, proximity to the globally times. club, drama club, environmental first qualified, first accepted basis. human services, interior design recognized oil sands resource, International Scholarship club, International Students Some exceptions apply—please technology, tourism, and trades combined with its state-of-the- Applications Deadline Association, Mature Students see website. apprenticeship technical training. art Syncrude Sport & Wellness Association, college newspaper, Programs in academic upgrading, Centre, and 600-seat theatre and March 31 for the upcoming Academic Year student government, and more. business, event coordinator, arts centre, makes it an excellent Attendance at weekly chapel health and wellness, heavy choice for international students Housing Applications for services is encouraged. Personal, oil operations technician, and International Students Natasha Henstridge: looking for a uniquely northern career, and pastoral counseling are university studies are available was raised in learning experience in Canada. Subject to availability of space available. at the Lloydminster campus. Did you know? Fort McMurrary – she King’s campus features a Both campuses offer lots of clubs began as a model Did you know that Keyano performance hall, full-size and recreation, athletic and social and then moved on to College offers the only Musical gymnasium, dining hall, activities, as well as student television and movie Instrument Repair Co-op diploma greenhouse, and a 1,200 square housing for singles and families. metre library that houses up to roles. She is best known program in North America? 100,000 volumes. for the Species movies. Students come to Keyano College to take advantage of this Five Open Houses, called King’s one of a kind training. View Fridays, are held every year. 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 20 21

Lethbridge College (LC) is has been Mount Royal University Lethbridge Canada’s first public college Medicine Hat serving students in southeastern Mount Royal (previously Mount Royal College opened in 1957. Today, it helps College Alberta and beyond since 1965. University College) is Calgary’s oldest more than 7,000 students Situated in Canada’s sunniest post-secondary institution, Office of the Registrar achieve their academic and Enrolment Services city, MHC’s main campus services Enrolment Services founded in 1910. It is a four- 3000 College Drive South professional development International Education almost 2,500 students each year 4825 Mount Royal Gate SW year undergraduate institution Lethbridge, Alberta goals each year. LC offers 50 299 College Drive SE with another 200 attending Calgary, Alberta specializing in personalized Canada T1K 1L6 diverse career program areas Medicine Hat, Alberta Brooks Campus, located 100 Canada T3E 6K6 teaching and services of highest supplying the needs of industry, Canada T1A 3Y6 km west of Medicine Hat. With quality. Approximately 12,000 Phone number: 1 (403) 320-3221 agriculture, business, and health some of the lowest student-to- Phone number: 1 (403) 440-5000 students attend Mount Royal in Phone number: International or 1 (877) 440-5001 (North Fax number: 1 (403) 380-3450 with one-year certificates, two instructor ratios in the province, Bachelor’s degree, diploma, and year diplomas, apprenticeship, Education 1 (403) 502-8448 Medicine Hat College offers America) certificate programs. Another Email: international@ and applied degrees. It also offers or Main 1 (403) 529-3811 a very personal, one-on-one Fax number: 1 (403) 440-7252 44,000 individuals are enrolled lethbridgecollege.ab.ca direct transfer opportunities to 1 (866) 282-8394 student experience. in courses offered by the Faculty Email: ask.mtroyal.ca Website: many of Canada’s universities to Fax number: 1 (403) 502-8494 Currently, more than 30 of Continuing Education. The www.lethbridgecollege.ca/go/ complete studies at the degree diplomas and certificates are Website: www.mtroyal.ca Languages Institute offers Email: [email protected] international level. Students at LC enjoy offered along with 25 university full and part-time English or [email protected] Application Dates small classes with an average transfer programs. There are also language upgrading courses for Application Dates First Day Applications Accepted of 25 students. Our instructors Website: http://www.mhc. several opportunities for degree international students wishing Last Day Applications Accepted have experience in the fields ab.ca/international/ completion at MHC including First day to apply is December 1. to transition into university January - April (Winter) Term: they teach, and are known for nursing, applied arts, and social degree programs. Mount Royal Application Dates Last Day Applications Accepted October 1 their friendly, helpful teaching work. A partnership with the specializes in teacher training styles. Our award-winning Applications Deadlines University of Calgary makes it July 15 or when program is full. programs for international September - December English Language Centre offers teachers wishing to teach their No application deadline for possible for nursing students (Fall) Term: June 1 ESL programs that will help Housing Applications for courses in English. ESL program. Please refer to to complete a full bachelor’s international students to be International Students International Scholarship Medicine Hat College website degree at Medicine Hat College. The university has modern on successful in any of our career Applications Deadline for application deadline for Medicine Hat College is proud See website (www.mtroyal.ca) campus residence - apartment programs. Students can stay in September - December (Fall) regular programs. to offer other unique diploma for Residence information and accommodations, excellent on-campus residences, off- Term: March 31 programs such as Addictions application. and modern physical education campus home-stays, or rental Housing Applications for Counselling, CADD Technical facilities and state of the art apartments while they study International Students Illustration, and Paramedics. computer labs and library. They at LC. Homestay is $550.00 per month New applied degrees are also have active partnerships with Lethbridge is a vibrant and flexible for move in dates. offered in Ecotourism and over 60 partners in Asia, North community of 85,000, set Student Residence places Outdoor Leadership and Visual America, South America, and against the foothills of the Rocky students on a first come first Communications. Europe. Mount Royal University Mountains. The city provides serve basis based on student is accredited by the Association many amenities found in larger requirements. Money due of Universities and Colleges of centers, including upscale upon arrival for both options. Canada (AUCC). shopping and an active lifestyle. Mount Royal has been Yet, it remains a safe, secure place welcoming international to live, lauded for its recreational students for over 30 years! activities, running and hiking trails, parks, and nature reserves, Did you know? all within minutes of our campus. Did you know that Mount Royal is Canada’s oldest new university? 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 22 23

EDUCATION FOR THE Located in Edmonton, NorQuest Northern Lakes College is a NAIT REAL WORLD NorQuest College College provides high-quality Northern Lakes publicly funded, board governed learning opportunities to prepare community college. This year (Northern Alberta Why are NAIT graduates in Enrolment Services College graduates for careers in business, (2010) is our 40th year in such high demand? Because Institute of International Department industry, health care, and human Office of the Registrar operation. We are located in they receive education rooted 10215-108 Street services. The college also has over 30 north central Alberta Technology) in experience, from instructors Bag 3000, Grouard Campus particular expertise in adult communities. The region we who have first-hand knowledge Edmonton, Alberta academic preparation, English as Grouard, Alberta, serve is larger in area than PEI, Office of the Registrar of what industry needs. NAIT Canada T5J 1L6 a second language, and literacy Canada T0G 1C0 New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia graduates are job-ready, having NAIT Office of the Registrar Phone number: 1 (780) 644-6000 education. Credentials granted combined. both theoretical knowledge and Phone number: 1 (780) 751-3200 Suite 1000, 11762 - 106 Street NW or 1 (866) 534-7218 toll-free by the college include certificates The values that gave roots to practical, hands-on experience. or 1 (866) 652-3456 toll-free Edmonton, Alberta and diplomas. Diplomas the College in the early years are Small classes, industry Fax number: (780) 644-6013 T5G 3H1 completed at NorQuest may Fax number: (780) 751-3355 still with us today. Community connections, and real-world Email: qualify for admission to other Education Committees help to set Phone number: 1 (780) 471- 6248 curriculum are just some of Email: [email protected] college and university programs. the priorities for programming NAIT’s advantages. [email protected] Toll Free (North America Only) Serving 10,000 students and operations of the college. NAIT’s main campus is located Website: www.international. 1 (877) 333 -6248 through full-time, part-time, Website: Meaningful partnerships with north of , norquest.ca and distance programs from www.northernlakescollege.ca the local First Nations and Toll Free (China, Philippines, with three other campuses in the over 125 countries, NorQuest Métis Settlements, business South Korea, Australia, Japan, capital region. and industry, eCampusAlberta, offers unique educational Application Dates UK, Germany and Hong Kong): Alberta-North, and other Choose from over 90 full-time opportunities in a supportive Last Day Applications Accepted educational institutions are 00.800.6248.2222 program options – in fields from environment. Learners from May 1 important to the success of our * Do not add 001 before this IT, engineering technologies, diverse cultural, educational, and students. We believe strongly number, no country code is applied sciences, health sciences, social backgrounds can achieve Housing Applications for that accessible and effective business, and Hospitality and their personal and career goals required. International Students educational services and support Culinary arts. Study for a one- and enhance the quality of their contribute to student success. Fax number: 1 (780) 471-8490 year certificate, two-year diploma lives. Ongoing or four-year degree. Academic Technology used for course Email: [email protected] NorQuest College is committed upgrading and English as a delivery provides our students to enhancing teaching and Website: www.nait.ca/ Second Language are also with skills that go beyond the learning through applied international available. Part-time and online mastery of course content by research. The college also options are also available for providing experience with strengthens its ability to Application Dates many programs. modern on-line communications meet the needs of its learners First Day Applications Accepted tools. A focus on flexible NAIT has been welcoming through partnerships with programming and customized May 15 international students for more public and private education training provides opportunities than 35 years. Today, students service providers, government for the college to deliver programs come from countries around the departments, community on request. world. Whatever their country of agencies, and employers. The variety of programs range origin, students are welcomed at We are nationally recognized as from Adult Basic Education and NAIT campuses and introduced The Edmonton an innovative, vibrant college High School through to University to many services that will help with a uniquely inclusive and Studies. The college offers a wide them succeed. Fringe Festival supportive environment that array of programs to meet the is the world’s inspires a passion for learning, ever increasing demands of the second largest education that empowers local economy. The WorkForce every learner, excellence and Development office offers a full after Edinburgh. leadership in the work we menu of courses to develop and do, and a commitment to enhance skills for the workplace, strengthening communities. including an increasing list of extension certificates. 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 24 25

Olds College (est. 1913) is Portage College has more than (RDC) is college Olds College primarily a land, environment, Portage College 50 certificate and diploma Red Deer College as you always imagined it would agriculture, and business programs to choose from in be … great programs, great Enrolment Services Admissions Admissions Office institution offering certificate, Business, Health and Wellness, people, and a great campus … International Office diploma, Bachelor of Applied PO Box 417 Human Services, Learning and Box 5005 all right in the heart of central 4500-50 Street Science, and post graduate 9531–94 Avenue Employment Foundations, 100 College Boulevard Alberta. Olds, Alberta opportunities. Olds College Lac La Biche, Alberta Native Cultural Arts, Trades and Red Deer, Alberta RDC is able to offer a genuine Canada T4H 1R6 also has a research centre where Canada T0A 2C0 Technical, and University Studies. Canada T4N 5H5 educational experience - small a variety of applied research The college has formal course Phone number: 1 (403) 556-8365 Phone number: 1 (780) 623-5551 enough not to be intimidating, projects occur. transfer arrangements with many Phone number: 1 (403) 342-3400 but big enough to offer Email: [email protected] or 1 (866) 623-5551 toll-free other colleges and universities. or 1 (888) 732-4630 toll-free International students who Information for specific programs independence, experience, and Website: www.oldscollege.ca Fax number: 1 (780) 623-5519 have completed a degree can be found in the program Fax number: 1 (403) 342-3188 provide students with a practical Email: [email protected] Application Dates and would like to learn about descriptions on the college’s Email: [email protected] education. In fact, a survey of Canadian agriculture, land, and website. recent graduates indicated that First Day Applications Accepted Website: Website: www.rdc.ab.ca environment are invited to apply 98% were “satisfied” to “very www.portagecollege.ca Portage College Corporate Olds College starts accepting to the post graduate program satisfied” with their personal Centre, established in 1968, is Please consult the Red Deer applications November 1 of each where a customized program goal attainment - and class size situated in the beautiful Lac La College’s website for current year and would advise students will be designed for them. This was cited as the number one Biche County. The college has admission, scholarship, and to apply early. program can involve English, contributor to their success. regional campuses in Cold Lake housing information. specific courses, research, and Housing Applications for and St. Paul and community Because students are at the core employment if that is of interest International Students campuses in Bonnyville, Frog of everything Red Deer College to the student. Students can apply after their Lake, Saddle Lake, Vegreville, and does, you can feel confident that acceptance. They can also go on Customized programming for Wainwright. RDC will provide an education the website to access off campus faculty and teachers in the The college provides an excellent that prepares students to housing. area of instructional design, learning environment. Small class succeed in their career and life. teaching English as an alternative sizes allow for more individual Since RDC first opened its doors language, and teacher time with instructors and the nearly 45 years ago, they have preparation are also offered to Learning Assistance Centre been committed to offering groups. offers a wide range of supports students a wide variety of to help students achieve Olds is located approximately programming. Whether their academic success. The college 45 minutes north of Calgary in passion is in Motion Pictures, offers more than $210,000 in a safe, friendly community. Management or Mechanics, RDC scholarships and awards to has it covered. Because demands students, including entrance and athletic awards. Portage College in the marketplace are constantly students also enjoy competing shifting, RDC is constantly in the Alberta Colleges Athletic looking for ways to enhance Conference in men’s ice hockey, programming and ensure each golf, curling, and cross-country student has access to the courses running. they want. The Lac La Biche campus includes a student residence, family housing, a child care centre, and a student activity centre (The Hub), which offers a variety of food services. 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 26 27

Over 850 international students St. Mary’s University College is The University of Alberta is a Southern Alberta from more than 120 countries St. Mary’s a student-centred institution University of research-intensive, innovative Institute of worldwide study in SAIT University focusing on teaching and Alberta institution that attracts the programs, including English research in the liberal arts, best and brightest minds Technology Language training, two-year College sciences, and teacher education. Admissions Office from around the world. With As Western Canada’s only world-class facilities such as (SAIT) diplomas, and two-year Applied Admissions Office University of Alberta independent Catholic university Canada’s National Institute for degrees. International students International Admissions Office 14500 Bannister Rd SE college, St. Mary’s is open Nanotechnology on our main are welcomed into academic 3-600 Enterprise Square Calgary, Alberta to people of all faiths and campus, we are leading the way International Centre programs in all Schools – backgrounds. Through the 10230 Jasper Ave Business, Construction, Energy, Canada T2X 1Z4 in research and discovery. MA206, Heritage Hall synthesis of faith and reason, Edmonton, Alberta 1301 - 16 Ave NW Information Communications Phone number: 1 (403) 531-9130 the university college invites Our students choose from Canada T5J 4P6 200 undergraduate and 170 Calgary, Alberta and Technology, Health and and challenges all individuals Public Safety, Hospitality and Fax number: 1 (403) 531-9136 Phone number: 1 (780) 492-4094 graduate programs, many of Canada T2M 0L4 of the community to become Tourism, Manufacturing and passionate, thoughtful, and which are unique in Canada. We Email: [email protected] Fax number: 1 (780) 492-1488 Phone number: 1 (403) 284-8852 Automation, and Transportation. resourceful members of society. lead the country with the most Website: www.stmu.ab.ca Email: welcome@international. 3M teaching awards (Canada’s Fax number: 1 (403) 284-7386 Small class sizes provide a high St. Mary’s offers the following highest award for undergraduate level of teacher interaction. Application Dates programs of study: ualberta.ca Email: [email protected] A majority of programs include teaching excellence) and rank Last Day Applications Accepted • Bachelor of Arts in English. Website: www.international. Website: www.sait.ca/ a practicum opportunity to second in external research August 31 • Bachelor of Arts in History. ualberta.ca funding. With 100 years of international obtain hands-on skills training • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. history, the U of A is known in industry. University transfer Please consult the University International Scholarship globally. Our graduates are Application Dates partnerships established for • Bachelor of Arts in General Applications Deadline of Alberta’s website for current recognized as the leaders of First Day Applications Accepted academic programs provide Studies. admission, scholarship, and tomorrow, building “Knowledge May 15 • Bachelor of Education Applications are accepted until students seeking further housing information. (Elementary). Energy.” programs are full. study options to continue at universities across Canada, the • Graduate Certificate or The U of A is located in USA, and Australia. Diploma in Religious Edmonton, Alberta, Canada— Education. a modern city and the major The International Centre provides hub for Alberta’s thriving oil St. Mary’s courses are a high level of support to all and gas industries. The main transferable to undergraduate international students from campus is located in the centre and professional programs at application to Graduation and of Edmonton, minutes from other universities in Alberta and assistance with Post-Graduation downtown and with great bus beyond. Work Permits and employment. and subway access through the We train people to enter the A sense of community is a city. Home to 37,000 students, world of work. Close to 100% defining characteristic of St. including 3,700 international Mary’s. Students have the of our international student students from 130 countries, the opportunity to participate in graduates find employment in U of A fosters a supportive and campus ministry, athletics, multicultural atmosphere within Calgary, in Alberta, or across campus recreation programs, a vibrant research environment. Canada. and social justice initiatives. St. Mary’s University College is located adjacent to Fish Creek Provincial Park in South Calgary. It is easily accessible by public transit. Campus tours can be arranged any time of the year through the Enrolment Services Office. 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 28 29

Study in Calgary and start your The University of Lethbridge University of University of Calgary experience. University of (U of L) is a university that offers Calgary The University of Calgary is a Lethbridge students the opportunity to earn community of approximately more than just a degree - the Admissions Office 29,000 exceptional students that Admissions Office U of L is a place where you can come from Calgary and all over discover who you are and what MLB117 the world to learn and grow. Our International Centre for Students you are passionate about. 2500 University Drive NW 215-hectare campus is a beautiful University of Lethbridge Calgary, Alberta and dynamic setting, with lots of 4401 University Dr. With approximately 8,000 Canada T2N 1N4 green space and a fully connected Lethbridge, Alberta students, the U of L is small campus core allowing you to Canada T1K 3M4 enough to allow you to create Phone number: 1 (403) 210-7625 move easily from residence to the personal experience you Fax number: 1 (403) 220-0762 classroom, to laboratory, to Phone number: 1 (403) 329-2053 are looking for. Throughout lounge, sports field, or wireless Fax number: 1 (403) 382-7140 your degree, you will take a Email: work station. All of this in one variety of classes, giving you [email protected] of Canada’s most livable cities, Email: [email protected] the breadth and depth of Website: www.ucalgary.ca/ situated within an hour of the Website: famous Rocky Mountains. knowledge that will help you admissions https://discover.ulethbridge.ca succeed throughout your chosen As a research intensive profession. The U of L offers Application Dates university, the U of C brings Application Dates small class sizes – on average you an outstanding academic Last Day Applications Accepted Last Day Applications Accepted 32 students – so professors will environment with highly Recommended deadline acclaimed professors and May 15 for September intake know you by name and give you February 1 the personal support you need. researchers, as well as an September 15 for January intake Students can choose from over Applications will be accepted incredible variety of programs, International Scholarship 150 different degree programs until May 1 concentrations, and courses. Add to this our cutting edge Applications Deadline in six faculties and schools: International Scholarship research, world class facilities, March 15 for High School Fine Arts, Arts and Science, Applications Deadline and resources, and you can see Applicants Management, Education, Health what sets us apart as a leading Sciences, and Graduate Studies. December 15 and April 1 G13 institution. The University June 1 for Transfer Applicants Students are also encouraged of Calgary also boasts one Housing Applications for to take advantage of unique of Canada’s most generous International Students opportunities outside of undergraduate scholarship the classroom including co- April 30 programs with over $11.5 million operative education, research awarded annually including specific awards for international opportunities, and independent students. studies. With over $235 million awarded The U of L is home to students The town of Drumheller annually in research grants from more than 80 countries. is also known as the to faculty and students, over This creates a unique and diverse 140,000 alumni world-wide, over environment in which you can “Dinosaur Capital 200 program and concentration create a personal experience and of The World” choices in addition to the variety prepare for your future. of co-op, internship, and study and is home to the Royal abroad opportunities, the Tyrrell Museum University of Calgary is the right of Palaeontology. choice. Your University of Calgary experience starts NOW! 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 30 31 Alberta

Features Chart Grande Prairie Regional College Medicine Hat College Mount Royal University NAIT NorQuest College Northern Lakes College Olds College College Portage Red Deer College SAIT University College Mary’s St. Alberta University of University of Calgary University of Lethbridge Keyano College Lakeland College King’s University College (The) King’s Lethbridge College Alberta College of Art & Design Alberta College of Ambrose University College Athabasca University Banff Centre (The) College Valley Bow Canadian University College Grant MacEwan University Concordia University College of

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Programs Chart Alberta College of Art & Design Alberta College of Ambrose University College Athabasca University Banff Centre (The) College Valley Bow Canadian University College Concordia University College of Grande Prairie Regional College Grant MacEwan University Keyano College University College (The) King’s Lakeland College Lethbridge College Medicine Hat College Mount Royal University NAIT NorQuest College Northern Lakes College Olds College College Portage Red Deer College SAIT University College Mary’s St. Alberta University of University of Calgary University of Lethbridge

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There are many things to consider Please note that the admission Option 1: Most international students need a If you haven’t arranged for a place Please guarantee that all before applying to an Alberta application process can take study permit to study in Canada. You to live, your institution may be documentation is submitted on After deciding which institution(s) institution. The following are some considerable time, and that you should apply for your study permit able to help you find suitable time so that your application can be you want to apply to, you should questions to ask yourself and issues should start at least one year in as soon as you receive your letter of rental accommodation. You processed effectively and efficiently. contact the institution(s) directly to consider when planning your advance to compile the necessary acceptance from the Alberta post- should also check campus notice and ask for detailed application The types of documents you will be post-secondary education. information and documentation. secondary institution. boards and local newspapers for information and forms (see submitting will include: other students looking to share • What are your academic and When selecting a program, there are institution profiles for contact • Short-term programs of six homes or apartments. Depending • Evidence of English language career goals? many factors to consider, including: details). months or less do not require on your institution choice and proficiency (eg. TOEFL, IELTS, etc.). a study permit. • What fields of study are you • Costs. Option 2: accommodation preference, there • Complete academic record and interested in? • A study permit allows full-time, are several residence community • Program length. official transcripts (including high international students, to work options available. • What is your preferred location? school). • Program flexibility. Use Alberta’s new web-based part-time on campus, and if application system—ApplyAlberta a student decides to continue • Detailed course descriptions • Methods of instruction. www.applyalberta.ca studying in Canada, they can for each post-secondary course • Equipment. renew their permit from within completed outside of Canada. • ApplyAlberta is a secure online Canada. • Workload. application system that allows • Certified English translation of students to apply to one or more all documentation not issued • Entrance requirements. For information on visa of Alberta’s public colleges, requirements please see Determine originally in English or French. • English language requirements. universities, and technical Student Visa Requirements at • Other institutional requirements institutes through a common www.studyinalberta.ca/apps/ Please refer to the programs chart (please contact the institution starting point and to authorize visaRequirements. on pages 32-33 or EDinfo (alis. to which you are applying for the transfer of their Alberta alberta.ca/edinfo) for more For complete information on information regarding additional high school or post-secondary information on educational and immigration and application requirements). transcripts. training programs requirements, consult the available in Alberta. Government of Canada website at www.cic.gc.ca. N.B. Response times can vary, depending on the time of year and the number of applications being processed. For these reasons, it is important to apply for your permit well in advance of when you would like to begin your studies in Alberta. Please be patient! 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 2011 / 2012 Alberta International Education Viewbook 38 39

Alberta Offices Abroad Alberta has 10 international Trade offices and Resources one Education Centre which you can visit to get more information on how you can study Study in Alberta: Visit our website in Alberta. to get more information on primary, secondary, Visit our website at and post-secondary studies in Alberta, Canada. www.studyinalberta.ca/resources www.studyinalberta.ca to locate the office nearest you, and arrange a visit! Apply Alberta is an online application system that allows students to apply to one or more post-secondary institutions and authorize transcript transfers between participating institutions in the province. www.applyalberta.ca

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