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Program Length:
30 weeks (Fall & Winter 15-week terms) plus intersession
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Program Description:
To print Program Information, press HERE Students in the Northern Lakes College University Studies program benefit from a well-rounded education in a small and supportive classroom environment. Program advisors work with students to plan a program of study, and instructors and course tutors prepare students to meet the challenges of a university education. Students may choose to select courses and focus study toward the completion of a Northern Lakes College diploma, or they may design a program of study to complete up to two years of transfer credit toward a number of degree programs from other post-secondary institutions. Transfer opportunities exist for a number of degree programs including the following: • Aboriginal Studies
• Arts
• Education
• General Studies
• Social Work As well, students who are interested in the Practical Nurse or Social Work Programs can complete some of their university transfer credits through the University Studies Program. Students who would like to get a head start on one of these professional studies programs are encouraged to meet with a University Studies Program Advisor.
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Program Delivery:
Instruction by computer conferencing, video conferencing, Centra audio-graphic technology, self directed study, instructor led face-to-face sessions and tutorial support. The distributed delivery methods allow students to pursue their educational goals in selected communities. Classes are usually scheduled in 3-hour blocks once per week.
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Admission Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent or mature student status
- 60% in English 30-1 (Eng.30) or 70% in English 30-2(Eng.33) or an assessed English equivalency.
- An interview with the program advisor
All post-secondary transcripts must accompany application.
Please refer to the Calendar for students whom English is second language.
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Application Process:
APPLICATION: Complete and submit the Northern Lakes College application form (available at all Northern Lakes College locations and on the College website at www.northernlakescollege.ca).
TRANSCRIPTS: Provide an official high school and/or post-secondary transcript. This must be forwarded directly to Northern Lakes College, Admissions Services, from the granting institution (there may be a charge for this). If the high school attended is in Alberta, the College may be able to obtain marks directly from Alberta Education. When transcripts are received at NLC, they are reviewed to determine if the academic requirements for admission to the program are met.
INTERVIEWS: An interview will be scheduled with the Program Tutor and Program Advisor.
ESSAY: As part of the interview session with the Program Advisor, applicants may be required to write an essay.
ACCEPTANCE: Applicants who meet the academic requirements will be accepted and offered a space in the next available offering of the program. In some cases, the spaces at a specific location may be full and accepted applicants will be placed on a waitlist. These applicants will be accepted in the order of first qualified, first served. It may also be possible to transfer to another location if there is space. Applicants will receive a letter informing them of their acceptance status.
FUNDING: Applicants are encouraged to check on funding options early and are responsible for forwarding any sponsorship letters to Admissions as soon as possible. Counsellors can assist with identifying funding options and applying for sponsorship of fees and living costs.
REGISTRATION: Before the start date of the program, accepted applicants will receive information about registration dates, times, locations and other information to assist them.
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Cost Estimates:
2010-2011 Fees: ALL FEES ARE UNDER REVIEW For Full-Time Students:
| Tuition (based on 24 credits per year @ $115.00/credit) | $2,760.00 | | Student Association Fee: (per year) | $ 140.00 | | Learning Resource Fee: (based on 24 credits at $45/credit) materials etc. | $1,080.00 | | TOTAL ESTIMATED COST: | $3,980.00 | | Supplies – estimate - not paid to NLC | $ 100.00 |
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Locations:
Athabasca, Barrhead, Calling Lake, Cadotte Lake, Driftpile, Fort Vermilion, Grouard, High Level, Manning, McLennan (Smoky River), Paddle Prairie, Peace River, Slave Lake, Swan Hills, Trout Lake/Peerless Lake, Valleyview, Wabasca (Stony Point)
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Offering Dates:
Fall: September 7, 2010 - December 20, 2010
Winter: January 4, 2011 - April 21, 2011
Intersession: May 2, 2011 - June 17, 2011
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Transferability:
Courses are transferable to a number of post-secondary institutions in Alberta as per the Alberta Transfer Guide or on-line at transferalberta.ca. Transfer opportunities exist for a number of degree programs including the following: Aboriginal Studies, Arts, Education, General Studies, and Social Work. These credits also meet the requirements of other NLC programs, for example, Social Work and Practical Nurse.
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Employment Opportunities:
University Studies courses are transferable courses which can be part of other diploma and degree program offerings.
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