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Diploma in University Studies

At Portage College

Location

Canada

Qualification

College Diploma

Fees

CAD15606

(2026)

Duration

2 Year(s)

Next intake

04.01.2027

Entry Score

IELTS

Course info

The University Studies Diploma program at Portage College is for students looking to take a full-time program. The Program offers a range of transferable university courses that provide students with a foundation for pursuing further studies and career preparation in selected areas of Science, Arts, Health, Business, Education, and Human Services.Students can select courses to meet their individual needs, bridge into diploma programs at Portage College, or transfer credits to other institutions, including universities.Course credits are transferable to universities and colleges in Alberta.To graduate with a University Studies Diploma, students must complete 60 credits according to the following requirements:A minimum of six credits of Junior level English.Six credits in Science: Biology; Chemistry; Earth & Atmospheric Sciences; Mathematics; or a combination thereof.Six credits in Humanities: Senior-level English; History; Philosophy; Religious Studies or a combination thereof.A maximum of 42 credits at the 100 junior level.

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 2 Year(s)

Fees: CAD15606

Intake	Location
January, 2027	Lac La Biche
January, 2027	Cold Lake
January, 2027	St. Paul
Fall (August), 2027	Lac La Biche
Fall (August), 2027	Lac La Biche
Fall (August), 2027	Lac La Biche
Fall (August), 2027	Cold Lake
Fall (August), 2027	Cold Lake
Fall (August), 2027	Cold Lake
Fall (August), 2027	St. Paul
Fall (August), 2027	St. Paul
Fall (August), 2027	St. Paul
January, 2028	Lac La Biche
January, 2028	Cold Lake
January, 2028	St. Paul

Entry requirements for Portage College

High School Matriculation: A minimum average of 60% and no mark lower than 50% in the following courses: 1). English Language Arts 30-1 2). Four other 30 Level courses (5 credits each) from the following list:

Humanities: Social Studies 30-1, a 30-Level language other than English, Aboriginal Studies 30 (5 credits minimum)
Fine Arts: Art 30, Art 31, Dance 35, Drama 30, Music 30 (10 credits maximum)
Sciences: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Science 30, Mathematics 30-1, Mathematics 30-2*, Mathematics 31 (courses may be pre-requisites for particular junior level science or mathematics university courses) *dependent on the program this course may not be accepted by other institutions as entrance requirements or pre-requisites
Electives: Physical Education 30, World Geography 30, Advanced CTS subjects (5 credits maximum)

Mature Student: 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year, and a minimum average of 60% with at least 50% in English Language Arts 30-1 and one other five credit Grade 12 course. Open Studies Admission: Successful completion of nine credits. Documents: Complete high school transcripts and post-secondary transcripts, if any work completed at a post-secondary institution

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Application Deadline

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Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at Portage College. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.