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Year One Foundation Program (Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences), Leading to Bachelor of Science in Animal Health - Companion and Performance Animals Kaplan Group - University of Alberta - North Campus Kaplan Group - University of Alberta - North Campus, Canada

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CAD 33968

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 125 Waived

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48 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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74

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Year One Foundation Program 

If you would like to study at this top Canadian university but don’t yet meet the academic entry requirements, you can apply to join U of A’s Year One Foundation Program. This program is the first year of a four-year bachelor’s degree. Upon successful completion of the program, you will continue your studies in the second year of your degree. You’ll also get dedicated support from experts in your area of study and won’t lose any time on your journey to graduation!


Leading to: Bachelor of Science in Animal Health - Companion and Performance Animals

Companion and performance animals play an integral role in human society, from search and rescue to therapy, to sports, to specialized and individual services. This program examines the physiology, nutrition, behaviour, and evolving role of companion and performance animals, as well as the sociology and psychology of the human-animal bond.

Why study Animal Health at the University of Alberta?

The BSc in in Animal Health degree in the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences will allow you to complete your pre-veterinary medicine requirements. Areas of study include the biology and behaviour of companion animals, the human-animal bond, and the safety and quality of the animal food supply. You will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills while completing real-world projects and case studies, and develop hands-on skills through access to an extensive network of animal research facilities.

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Additional Information

Program Level Undergraduate Pathway

College/University Processing Time 1 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2025

Closed

Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - With No Band Less Than - 5.5
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 74.0  Minimum Listening - 10.0  Minimum Reading - 9.0  Minimum Writing - 14.0  Minimum Speaking - 17.0  
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 59 - With no score less than - 53
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 95.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
    • English Language Arts 30-1
    • Chemistry 30
    • Biology 30
    • Mathematics 30-1
    • Subject from Group A, B, C or Macroeconomics 30 and Microeconomics 30, or a minimum of five credits in Career and Technology subjects at the Advanced level from the following strands: Agriculture, Foods, Forestry, or Wildlife.

6 IELTS Score
74 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
59 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
95 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

33968

Tuition Fee
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CAD 125 Waived

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(CAD)

21500 Per year

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