Overview

Through the Academic Upgrading program from Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) you'll complete a variety of our high school equivalency courses depending on your academic goals and journey. We want you to feel comfortable here at SAIT and develop successful strategies for ongoing learning. Many adult learners use the Academic Upgrading program to upgrade high school courses.

All courses are Alberta high school equivalency courses (not Alberta Education credit courses) and are accepted by other Alberta post-secondary educational institutions for admission.

Why upgrade at SAIT

The benefits of taking Academic Upgrading courses at SAIT include:

flexible class times where you can choose when and where to take your classes - during the day, evening, online, or even a combination of in-person and online through our blended option
a supportive environment with access to free student services like tutoring, workshops to improve your learning strategies, assistance with writing, and counselling services.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Science Preparation
Biology
Chemistry
Literature and Composition
Mathematics
Physics

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-20 00:00:00
Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-18 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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130

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Calgary, Canada

Disciplines

Materials Science Mathematics Literature View 61 other preparation in Materials Science in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Once you have applied to the program, your transcripts will be reviewed by the Academic Upgrading team to determine the appropriate level of upgrading courses.
You may be required to complete placement tests. You must complete testing in all relevant subject areas if your transcripts are unavailable.
All applicants who were educated outside of Canada must demonstrate English language proficiency and provide proof they meet the program admission requirements with an international document assessment.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

1941 CAD / module

≈ 1941 CAD / module
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

570 CAD / module

≈ 570 CAD / module

Additional Details

Domestic students 2 courses: $1,140
Domestic students 3 courses: $1,710
International students 2 courses: $3,882
International students 3 courses: $5,823

Living costs

Calgary

Canada

1247 - 1953 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Academic Upgrading.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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