Study Here
The U of A offers a variety of options for international students to study and learn in Edmonton, Alberta. From degree programs to exchanges and internships, there's a program to fit your goals.
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Visiting Student and Internship Programs
For international students who are interested in coming to the U of A for a short program. Opportunities include short-term cohort programs, research internships, summer or winter programs, or to study as a visiting student for a term or year.
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Exchange Programs
Each year, the University of Alberta welcomes more than 200 exchange students from around the world. The U of A’s formal exchange agreements allow students to take undergraduate or graduate coursework, which can often be transferred back to their degree at their home institution.
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Sponsored Student Program
The Sponsored Student Program offers a specialized, professional service to sponsoring organizations and their students in order to provide an optimal learning experience at the U of A. Sponsored students are international students whose studies are fully or partially funded by their governments, companies, or third-party entities.
English Language School
The U of A English Language School helps prospective students meet the proficiency requirements for undergraduate and graduate admissions.
Bridging Program
The U of A Bridging Program allows students to improve their English skills and earn undergraduate academic credit.
Online Courses
The U of A offers several free and for-credit online courses through the Coursera platform.
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Undergraduate studies
Offering more than 200 undergraduate programs, the U of A is home to more than 40,000 students from 156 countries and is a Top 5 research university in Canada. In addition to accepting many different international curricula, the U of A allows advanced standing or transfer credit for certain courses.
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Undergraduate Studies
Offering more than 200 undergraduate programs, the U of A is home to more than 40,000 students from 156 countries and is a Top 5 research university in Canada. In addition to accepting many different international curricula, the U of A allows advanced standing or transfer credit for certain courses.
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Graduate Studies
Students and scholars from around the world are attracted to the U of A for its reputation as a centre of research and innovation. International graduate students are an integral part of the U of A community.