Steps to Study in Alberta - Step 1: Research and Planning Before You Apply
There are many things to consider before applying to an Alberta institution. The following are some questions to ask yourself and issues to consider when planning your post-secondary education.
What are your career aspirations?
- Are you hoping to enter the workforce fairly quickly with a specific set of skills?
- Would you like to spend three to four years completing a degree?
- Are you looking to study at the university, college or technical school?
What fields of study are you interested in?
- Universities and private colleges delivering accredited degree programs offer many undergraduate and graduate courses covering such fields of study as:
- Agriculture
- Art
- Business
- Economics
- Education
- Engineering
- Humanities
- Sciences
- Information technology
- Law
- Medicine
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- Colleges and technical institutes offer practical, career-oriented programs including certificate, degree and applied degrees in areas such as:
- Avionics
- Business
- Computing
- Tourism and hospitality
- Health administration
- Cinema, television, stage and radio
- Emergency medical technology
- Journalism
- Medical technology
- Engineering technology
- Culinary sciences
- Electronics
- Mechanics
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What is your preferred location?
- Are your favourite extra curricular activities and services accessible?
- Do you prefer a large urban environment or a smaller town?
- Would you like to be close to the Rocky Mountains, cross-country skiing trails or large parks?
Financial considerations
- Do you have the financial means to study for 1, 2 or 4 years?
- Can you afford to live alone, or would you have to get a roommate?
- Full-time international students attending Alberta post-secondary institutions are permitted to work part-time on campus, however this is not enough to cover both study and living costs.
- There are limited scholarships available for international students.
- Tuitions costs and program lengths vary, so consider what institutions you could realistically afford to attend.
Personal Considerations
- Have you ever visited Alberta?
- Do you have any family or friends in Alberta?
- Do you know anyone who's attended an Alberta institution?
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