Red Deer,
AB,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Diploma in University Arts in Red Deer Canada | Red Deer Polytechnic
Red Deer Polytechnic
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Red Deer Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
18,720
(c. USD13,436.21)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Forge your unique journey by pursuing your passions. The University Arts Diploma empowers you to focus on your interests while building versatile knowledge and skills for future academic or career pursuits. This program lays the groundwork for diverse University Transfer pathways, opening doors to countless possibilities. Over two years, you'll explore the forces and individuals shaping our world, with options to specialize in: Humanities (English, history, philosophy); Social Sciences (anthropology, communications, economics, political science, psychology, sociology); or through interdisciplinary streams addressing contemporary themes: Global Perspectives; Science and Society; Culture, Societies, and Gender.
In today's complex world where conventional approaches fall short, developing boundary-crossing thinking, sharp analytical skills, and the ability to propose thoughtful solutions will serve as powerful assets for your future education or professional endeavors.
Graduates emerge ready to thrive in numerous fields including social services, government, community development, healthcare, counseling, criminal justice, labor relations, business, entrepreneurship, nonprofit work, administration, and beyond.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. If you completed your studies outside of Alberta, please visit our International Course Equivalencies webpage for equivalencies from a variety of countries around the world.
Students applying to University Arts must have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in the following courses or their equivalents: ELA 30-1
4 courses from Groups A, B, or C (Social Studies 30 and a 30-level Language Other than English highly recommended), with no more than one course from Group B. or
ELA 30-1
1 additional course from Group A, B or C.
Group A
Aboriginal Studies 30
English Language Arts (ELA) 30-1
Social Studies 30-1
Language 30 or 35 (other than English)
Group B
Art 30
Art 31
Band 35
Choir 35
Dance 35
Drama 30
Music 35
Performing Arts 35A
Note: Other 5-credit Fine Arts and/or Advanced Level CTS courses may be considered.
Group C
Biology 30
Chemistry 30
Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2
Mathematics 31
Physics 30
Science 30
Five credits of Advanced Level Computer Science (CSE)
Note: Some universities require Math 30-1 for admission or as a prerequisite for required courses. Transfer students are responsible for learning the specific admission, progression and prerequisite requirements of their programs.
English Language Proficiency
 
- IELTS Academic - 6.5 with at least 5.5 on each band score
- TOEFL - 83 iBT 557 PBT
- CAEL - 60 with at least 55 on each band score
- MET - 61 with at least 58 on each band score
- PTE – 59 with at least 56 on each band score
- Duolingo English Test - 115-125
- Oxford - 7 Overall
Tuition
CAD
18,720