About the course

Students needing to complete specific subjects or the required average for the program of their choice, or students who have not chosen a particular program of studies, but who wish to take a variety of courses out of interest, may apply for Open Studies.

　　Students in Open Studies may be eligible to complete their admission requirements and start on other courses at the same time. Students should consult an Academic Advisor. Students admitted to Open Studies but who enrolled in two or more upgrading courses per semester will have their program of admission changed to Academic Upgrading. Students enrolling in nine credits of Open Studies are considered full-time and will have their applications reviewed by Admissions. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

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

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Edmonton
Summer (May), 2024	Edmonton
Fall (September), 2024	Edmonton
Winter (January), 2025	Edmonton
Summer (May), 2025	Edmonton
Fall (September), 2025	Edmonton
Winter (January), 2026	Edmonton
Summer (May), 2026	Edmonton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Northwestern Polytechnic

High School Diploma or a minimum of eighteen years of age

　　English 30-1

　　The necessary prerequisite courses for the university transfer or career program selected should normally be completed during the first year at Northwestern Polytechnic.

　　Regardless of admission requirements, students must still have the high school prerequisites to the courses they require or wish to take in their program.

　　IELTS Academic Overall 6.5, no band less than 5.5

　　TOEFL iBT (in-person or special at-home edition)- At least 84, no section score below 21

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 84.0

　　

Application deadline:

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