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Welcome to your AU Viewbook, your view to a closer look at Athabasca
University, Canada’s top distance education and online learning university.
We know your life is busy, so we’ve prepared this convenient guide that
summarizes the more than 90 undergraduate and graduate degree, diploma
and certificate programs AU offers.
Please take some time to explore the pages that follow and find the university
solutions that suit you best.
To learn specific details about the more than 700 AU courses available, be sure
to visit athabascau.ca.
We look forward to helping you stand out as you pursue your educational goals.
CHECk out tHE viEw at au
AU oPenness 2
AU sTUdenT sArA 3
AU flexibiliTy 4
AU sTUdenT Pheonix 5
AU innoVATion 6
AU Professor jAy smiTh 7
AU exCellenCe 8
AU sTUdenT mArC 9
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREEs 10
ArTs 12
bUsiness 14
ComPUTing And informATion sysTems 16
generAl sTUdies 18
heAlTh AdminisTrATion 20
VieWbook ContEnts
hUmAn resoUrCes And lAboUr relATions 22
nUrsing 24
ProfessionAl ArTs 26
sCienCe 28
GRADUATE PROGRAMs 30
ArTs 32
bUsiness 34
CoUnselling 36
disTAnCe edUCATion 38
nUrsing And heAlTh sTUdies 40
informATion sysTems 42
CERTifiCATEs AND DiPlOMAs 44
AU sTUdenT sebAsTiAn 46
AU sTUdenT ChrisTine 47
nexT sTePs 48
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Welcome to your AU Viewbook, your view to a closer look at Athabasca
University, Canada’s top distance education and online learning university.
We know your life is busy, so we’ve prepared this convenient guide that
summarizes the more than 90 undergraduate and graduate degree, diploma
and certificate programs AU offers.
Please take some time to explore the pages that follow and find the university
solutions that suit you best.
To learn specific details about the more than 700 AU courses available, be sure
to visit athabascau.ca.
We look forward to helping you stand out as you pursue your educational goals.
CHECk out tHE viEw at au
AU oPenness 2
AU sTUdenT sArA 3
AU flexibiliTy 4
AU sTUdenT Pheonix 5
AU innoVATion 6
AU Professor jAy smiTh 7
AU exCellenCe 8
AU sTUdenT mArC 9
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREEs 10
ArTs 12
bUsiness 14
ComPUTing And informATion sysTems 16
generAl sTUdies 18
heAlTh AdminisTrATion 20
VieWbook ContEnts
hUmAn resoUrCes And lAboUr relATions 22
nUrsing 24
ProfessionAl ArTs 26
sCienCe 28
GRADUATE PROGRAMs 30
ArTs 32
bUsiness 34
CoUnselling 36
disTAnCe edUCATion 38
nUrsing And heAlTh sTUdies 40
informATion sysTems 42
CERTifiCATEs AND DiPlOMAs 44
AU sTUdenT sebAsTiAn 46
AU sTUdenT ChrisTine 47
nexT sTePs 48
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AU doesn’t close the doors on your educational pursuits. We make sure they’re
wide open. That’s because our philosophy is to remove geographical, financial,
social and cultural barriers that limit post-secondary access. in fact, we guarantee
access to university-level study to anyone 16 years of age or over.
As Canada’s open University, we provide many opportunities for students to
pursue a post-secondary education. if you’re from another university in Canada,
you may want to pick up AU courses to be used as credit at your home university.
or if you’re thinking about an AU degree, your two-year diploma can count for
two years of credit toward your degree.
AU is also open to growth, having doubled our student numbers over a six-
year period. We proudly serve over 37,000 students per year in 87 countries
worldwide. And since 1970 more than 260,000 students have registered at AU.
so why not be the next person to pursue your educational dreams
at AU? your spot has been reserved!
au opEnnEss: FEEl FrEE to pursuE your EduCational drEams
AU student sara in london, England
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AU doesn’t close the doors on your educational pursuits. We make sure they’re
wide open. That’s because our philosophy is to remove geographical, financial,
social and cultural barriers that limit post-secondary access. in fact, we guarantee
access to university-level study to anyone 16 years of age or over.
As Canada’s open University, we provide many opportunities for students to
pursue a post-secondary education. if you’re from another university in Canada,
you may want to pick up AU courses to be used as credit at your home university.
or if you’re thinking about an AU degree, your two-year diploma can count for
two years of credit toward your degree.
AU is also open to growth, having doubled our student numbers over a six-
year period. We proudly serve over 37,000 students per year in 87 countries
worldwide. And since 1970 more than 260,000 students have registered at AU.
so why not be the next person to pursue your educational dreams
at AU? your spot has been reserved!
au opEnnEss: FEEl FrEE to pursuE your EduCational drEams
AU student sara in london, England
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once upon a time, you couldn’t use the words university and flexible in the
same sentence. Well that’s not the case any more. AU is structured to fit the
specific needs of your lifestyle. so it’s education on your terms, not ours.
There’s no need to worry about an old-fashioned application deadline, and all
the anxiety that comes with it. With monthly start times and AU’s continuous
enrolment philosophy, you enter your area of study when you’re ready.
AU flexibility also means you can experience all the advantages of a traditional
university in a non-traditional setting like your home, office, cabin or wherever
you may find yourself.
And once you get started, you can keep right on studying. more than 90 per cent
of AU students study all year around. And there’s no need to sacrifice your career
for your education–81 per cent of AU students work while studying for their
degrees.
au FlExibility: you’rE uniquE, and so is your sCHEdulE
AU student Phoenix in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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once upon a time, you couldn’t use the words university and flexible in the
same sentence. Well that’s not the case any more. AU is structured to fit the
specific needs of your lifestyle. so it’s education on your terms, not ours.
There’s no need to worry about an old-fashioned application deadline, and all
the anxiety that comes with it. With monthly start times and AU’s continuous
enrolment philosophy, you enter your area of study when you’re ready.
AU flexibility also means you can experience all the advantages of a traditional
university in a non-traditional setting like your home, office, cabin or wherever
you may find yourself.
And once you get started, you can keep right on studying. more than 90 per cent
of AU students study all year around. And there’s no need to sacrifice your career
for your education–81 per cent of AU students work while studying for their
degrees.
au FlExibility: you’rE uniquE, and so is your sCHEdulE
AU student Phoenix in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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fresh thinking means providing learning solutions tailor-made for the courses
you’re taking. At AU, courses are delivered in a variety of ways, from online to
print-based to teleconferencing and video. We’re also researching the delivery
of course materials using mobile devices.
Post-Diploma Programs–AU’s post-diploma degree programs let students
with a two or three year diploma from recognized accredited post-secondary
institutions receive blocks of transfer credit for their diplomas. often, approved
two-year diplomas in an area directly related to an AU degree program can
receive two years of credit (60 credits).
PlAR–you may be eligible for additional credits through AU’s Prior learning
Assessment and recognition process. PlAr awards credits for learning you
have acquired from non-formal education such as work and life experience, job
training, and workshops.
Another innovation is the AU Press, launched in 2008. This is Canada’s 21st
century university press, where research and knowledge is disseminated online
through digital media as well as print.
au innovation: nEw idEas, nEw tECHnology,nEw lEarning solutions
Dr. Jay smith in Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaDr. Jay smith in
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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fresh thinking means providing learning solutions tailor-made for the courses
you’re taking. At AU, courses are delivered in a variety of ways, from online to
print-based to teleconferencing and video. We’re also researching the delivery
of course materials using mobile devices.
Post-Diploma Programs–AU’s post-diploma degree programs let students
with a two or three year diploma from recognized accredited post-secondary
institutions receive blocks of transfer credit for their diplomas. often, approved
two-year diplomas in an area directly related to an AU degree program can
receive two years of credit (60 credits).
PlAR–you may be eligible for additional credits through AU’s Prior learning
Assessment and recognition process. PlAr awards credits for learning you
have acquired from non-formal education such as work and life experience, job
training, and workshops.
Another innovation is the AU Press, launched in 2008. This is Canada’s 21st
century university press, where research and knowledge is disseminated online
through digital media as well as print.
au innovation: nEw idEas, nEw tECHnology,nEw lEarning solutions
Dr. Jay smith in Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaDr. Jay smith in
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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As a world leader in distance and online education, AU strives to make your
educational experience an excellent one. from the world’s first online mbA, to
our first online doctorate program in 2008, AU is always looking for new ways to
expand educational horizons.
AU has three Canada research Chairs and a number of professors researching
topics as diverse as the northern lights, Canadian social policy, and climate
change. A major area of research is distance education itself. it allows AU to be in
the forefront of the distance education field.
AU is publicly funded and recognized as an accredited institution by the Province
of Alberta. Through the Post-secondary learning Act, the government authorizes
Athabasca University to grant degrees.
au ExCEllEnCE: you dEsErvE tHE bEst lEarning ExpEriEnCE possiblE
AU student Marc in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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As a world leader in distance and online education, AU strives to make your
educational experience an excellent one. from the world’s first online mbA, to
our first online doctorate program in 2008, AU is always looking for new ways to
expand educational horizons.
AU has three Canada research Chairs and a number of professors researching
topics as diverse as the northern lights, Canadian social policy, and climate
change. A major area of research is distance education itself. it allows AU to be in
the forefront of the distance education field.
AU is publicly funded and recognized as an accredited institution by the Province
of Alberta. Through the Post-secondary learning Act, the government authorizes
Athabasca University to grant degrees.
au ExCEllEnCE: you dEsErvE tHE bEst lEarning ExpEriEnCE possiblE
AU student Marc in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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introduCing au’sundErgraduatE dEgrEEs
Choices, choices, and still even more choices. This is the section that sheds
more light on AU’s wide selection of undergraduate programs.
not quite sure of the area of study you want to pursue? have a look at the
summary of the different programs that we offer.
or, if you’re already certain of your area of interest, please read through the
program summary that pertains to you.
if you’ve always wanted a university degree, whether it’s for personal or
professional achievement, you’re mere pages away from making it happen.
go for it now!
ARTs
bAChelor of ArTs
BUsiNEss
bAChelor of CommerCe
bAChelor of mAnAgemenT
COMPUTiNG AND iNfORMATiON sYsTEMs
bAChelor of sCienCe in ComPUTing And informATion sysTems
GENERAl sTUDiEs
bAChelor of generAl sTUdies
hEAlTh ADMiNisTRATiON
bAChelor of heAlTh AdminisTrATion
hUMAN REsOURCEs AND lABOUR RElATiONs
bAChelor of hUmAn resoUrCes And lAboUr relATions
NURsiNG
bAChelor of nUrsing
PROfEssiONAl ARTs
bAChelor of ProfessionAl ArTs
sCiENCE
bAChelor of sCienCe
bAChelor of sCienCe in hUmAn sCienCe
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introduCing au’sundErgraduatE dEgrEEs
Choices, choices, and still even more choices. This is the section that sheds
more light on AU’s wide selection of undergraduate programs.
not quite sure of the area of study you want to pursue? have a look at the
summary of the different programs that we offer.
or, if you’re already certain of your area of interest, please read through the
program summary that pertains to you.
if you’ve always wanted a university degree, whether it’s for personal or
professional achievement, you’re mere pages away from making it happen.
go for it now!
ARTs
bAChelor of ArTs
BUsiNEss
bAChelor of CommerCe
bAChelor of mAnAgemenT
COMPUTiNG AND iNfORMATiON sYsTEMs
bAChelor of sCienCe in ComPUTing And informATion sysTems
GENERAl sTUDiEs
bAChelor of generAl sTUdies
hEAlTh ADMiNisTRATiON
bAChelor of heAlTh AdminisTrATion
hUMAN REsOURCEs AND lABOUR RElATiONs
bAChelor of hUmAn resoUrCes And lAboUr relATions
NURsiNG
bAChelor of nUrsing
PROfEssiONAl ARTs
bAChelor of ProfessionAl ArTs
sCiENCE
bAChelor of sCienCe
bAChelor of sCienCe in hUmAn sCienCe
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BAChElOR Of ARTs
arts
ThREE-YEAR (90 CREDiTs) DEGREE
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE
CONCENTRATiONs/MAJORs iN:
AnThroPology
CAnAdiAn sTUdies *
english
frenCh
generAl**
hisTory
hUmAniTies
informATion sysTems
lAboUr sTUdies
PoliTiCAl eConomy
PoliTiCAl sCienCe
PsyChology
soCiology
Women’s sTUdies
* four-year degree only
** three-year degree only
it’s often been called “the foundational degree,” and once you have one, it leads
the way to a new world of options. it’s the AU bachelor of Arts, and it could very
well be what you’ve been searching for.
by choosing arts as your degree path, you’ll broaden your horizons by studying
subject matter that runs from a to z. There’s no better way to discover where your
true passions lie, while at the same time honing your learning skills, your research
skills and your analytical skills.
An arts degree prepares you to be a critical thinker with highly transferable and
sought-after skills. Upon completion, you may wish to enter graduate school.
or decide to take your well-rounded education and enter the work force. Arts
degree grads work just about everywhere.
An arts degree teaches you about yourself and the world around you and is
a rock-solid academic foundation on which to build your career.
arts: bEComE wEll-vErsEd and vErsatilE at tHE samE timE
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BAChElOR Of ARTs
arts
ThREE-YEAR (90 CREDiTs) DEGREE
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE
CONCENTRATiONs/MAJORs iN:
AnThroPology
CAnAdiAn sTUdies *
english
frenCh
generAl**
hisTory
hUmAniTies
informATion sysTems
lAboUr sTUdies
PoliTiCAl eConomy
PoliTiCAl sCienCe
PsyChology
soCiology
Women’s sTUdies
* four-year degree only
** three-year degree only
it’s often been called “the foundational degree,” and once you have one, it leads
the way to a new world of options. it’s the AU bachelor of Arts, and it could very
well be what you’ve been searching for.
by choosing arts as your degree path, you’ll broaden your horizons by studying
subject matter that runs from a to z. There’s no better way to discover where your
true passions lie, while at the same time honing your learning skills, your research
skills and your analytical skills.
An arts degree prepares you to be a critical thinker with highly transferable and
sought-after skills. Upon completion, you may wish to enter graduate school.
or decide to take your well-rounded education and enter the work force. Arts
degree grads work just about everywhere.
An arts degree teaches you about yourself and the world around you and is
a rock-solid academic foundation on which to build your career.
arts: bEComE wEll-vErsEd and vErsatilE at tHE samE timE
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BAChElOR Of COMMERCE
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
GENERAl DEGREE OR MAJORs iN:
ACCoUnTing
e-CommerCe
finAnCiAl serViCes
Business
BAChElOR Of
MANAGEMENT
ThREE-YEAR (90 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
GENERAl DEGREE OR MAJORs iN:
hUmAn resoUrCes mAnAgemenT
indigenoUs nATions And orgAnizATions
mArkeTing
businEss: wHEn it ComEs to your CarEEr, wE mEan businEss
The bottom line? We offer a variety of undergraduate business programs to
address the needs of a wide spectrum of students.
so whether you’re an entry-level employee or a recent college graduate, are
currently studying business at another institution, or are a professional or middle
manager who needs a specific university degree or certificate to move your
career to the next level, AU has the answer.
And here’s a real advantage that makes great business sense. Unlike other
universities where students must complete one or two years of a business
program, then compete for space in order to finish the degree, you can simply
enter your AU business program in year one.
your business education from Athabasca University equips you with the
specialized skills and knowledge that employers are looking for, as well as
the vital critical thinking, communication and management skills required
to advance quickly in your chosen career.
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BAChElOR Of COMMERCE
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
GENERAl DEGREE OR MAJORs iN:
ACCoUnTing
e-CommerCe
finAnCiAl serViCes
Business
BAChElOR Of
MANAGEMENT
ThREE-YEAR (90 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
GENERAl DEGREE OR MAJORs iN:
hUmAn resoUrCes mAnAgemenT
indigenoUs nATions And orgAnizATions
mArkeTing
businEss: wHEn it ComEs to your CarEEr, wE mEan businEss
The bottom line? We offer a variety of undergraduate business programs to
address the needs of a wide spectrum of students.
so whether you’re an entry-level employee or a recent college graduate, are
currently studying business at another institution, or are a professional or middle
manager who needs a specific university degree or certificate to move your
career to the next level, AU has the answer.
And here’s a real advantage that makes great business sense. Unlike other
universities where students must complete one or two years of a business
program, then compete for space in order to finish the degree, you can simply
enter your AU business program in year one.
your business education from Athabasca University equips you with the
specialized skills and knowledge that employers are looking for, as well as
the vital critical thinking, communication and management skills required
to advance quickly in your chosen career.
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BAChElOR Of sCiENCE
iN COMPUTiNG AND
iNfORMATiON sYsTEMs
Computing and information systems
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT DiPlOMA DEGREE
Computing and inFormation systEms: a CarEEr CHoiCE wortH analyzing
have you always been inquisitive, tech-savvy and possess an aptitude for math?
if so, then AU’s bachelor of science in Computing and information systems will
be right up your alley.
With this undergraduate degree, you’ll enhance your analytical abilities as you
learn to solve complex questions using a variety of software tools, operating
systems, and languages.
The program equips you with the skills necessary for developing and utilizing
computer-based information systems in business, education, and other sectors
that require processing and management of information.
successful AU Computing and information systems grads work in this diverse
field as computer and network operators, database analysts, software
development specialists, webmasters, and many other satisfying career areas.
Another advantage to consider when you enrol in this program is the fact
that many of the faculty are active e-learning researchers, and several are
world-leaders in their field, so you’ll definitely be in good company.
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BAChElOR Of sCiENCE
iN COMPUTiNG AND
iNfORMATiON sYsTEMs
Computing and information systems
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT DiPlOMA DEGREE
Computing and inFormation systEms: a CarEEr CHoiCE wortH analyzing
have you always been inquisitive, tech-savvy and possess an aptitude for math?
if so, then AU’s bachelor of science in Computing and information systems will
be right up your alley.
With this undergraduate degree, you’ll enhance your analytical abilities as you
learn to solve complex questions using a variety of software tools, operating
systems, and languages.
The program equips you with the skills necessary for developing and utilizing
computer-based information systems in business, education, and other sectors
that require processing and management of information.
successful AU Computing and information systems grads work in this diverse
field as computer and network operators, database analysts, software
development specialists, webmasters, and many other satisfying career areas.
Another advantage to consider when you enrol in this program is the fact
that many of the faculty are active e-learning researchers, and several are
world-leaders in their field, so you’ll definitely be in good company.
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BAChElOR Of
GENERAl sTUDiEs
general studies
gEnEral studiEs: a study in FlExibility
There’s a reason general studies is one of AU’s most popular programs. And that
reason is flexibility. This degree is as flexible as it gets, which means you have a
ton of options available.
if you have post-secondary experience at one or more post-secondary
institutions like a college, technical institute or university, your credits can
count toward your gs degree. There’s no minimum number of courses you
must complete from AU, so you just need to gather your post secondary credits
together and simply complete what’s missing.
And while we’re on the subject of flexibility, here’s another gs benefit to consider.
you have the choice of either an Arts and science or an Applied studies degree
designation depending on your interests.
ThREE-YEAR (90 CREDiTs) DEGREE wiTh DEsiGNATiONs iN:
ArTs And sCienCe
APPlied sTUdies
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BAChElOR Of
GENERAl sTUDiEs
general studies
gEnEral studiEs: a study in FlExibility
There’s a reason general studies is one of AU’s most popular programs. And that
reason is flexibility. This degree is as flexible as it gets, which means you have a
ton of options available.
if you have post-secondary experience at one or more post-secondary
institutions like a college, technical institute or university, your credits can
count toward your gs degree. There’s no minimum number of courses you
must complete from AU, so you just need to gather your post secondary credits
together and simply complete what’s missing.
And while we’re on the subject of flexibility, here’s another gs benefit to consider.
you have the choice of either an Arts and science or an Applied studies degree
designation depending on your interests.
ThREE-YEAR (90 CREDiTs) DEGREE wiTh DEsiGNATiONs iN:
ArTs And sCienCe
APPlied sTUdies
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health administration
ThREE-YEAR (90 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
BAChElOR Of hEAlTh
ADMiNisTRATiON
if you’re a health care administrator or manager, the AU bachelor of health
Administration program will prove to be an invaluable educational experience.
it’s the perfect opportunity to sharpen your organizational, analytical and
managerial skills to meet health care challenges head on. And if you’re already
a graduate of an approved diploma in business administration or related fields,
you’ll be eligible to receive up to 60 credits toward your degree.
HEaltH administration: sHarpEn your skills
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health administration
ThREE-YEAR (90 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
BAChElOR Of hEAlTh
ADMiNisTRATiON
if you’re a health care administrator or manager, the AU bachelor of health
Administration program will prove to be an invaluable educational experience.
it’s the perfect opportunity to sharpen your organizational, analytical and
managerial skills to meet health care challenges head on. And if you’re already
a graduate of an approved diploma in business administration or related fields,
you’ll be eligible to receive up to 60 credits toward your degree.
HEaltH administration: sHarpEn your skills
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BAChElOR Of
hUMAN REsOURCEs
AND lABOUR RElATiONs
human resourCes and laBour relations
ThREE-YEAR (90 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
Human rEsourCEs and labour rElations: tHE rigHt dEgrEE For tHE job
do you find the study of employment relations fascinating, especially as it relates
to social, legal, political and economic factors? do you want to build your skills,
gain new insight and take on more responsibility in your work place?
Then the AU human resources and labour relations program is the perfect
educational opportunity for you. it’s an ideal fit if you’re currently in labour
relations, a trade unionist or a human resource specialist, and you’re looking
to build on your existing credentials.
A key benefit is that you can work toward your degree and your designation at
the same time. That’s because the bachelor of human resources and labour
relations meets the degree requirements for the Certified human resource
Professional (ChrP) designation which takes effect in 2011.
or, if you currently hold a certificate or diploma as a human resources
practitioner, you can use this degree to qualify for the ChrP designation.
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BAChElOR Of
hUMAN REsOURCEs
AND lABOUR RElATiONs
human resourCes and laBour relations
ThREE-YEAR (90 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
Human rEsourCEs and labour rElations: tHE rigHt dEgrEE For tHE job
do you find the study of employment relations fascinating, especially as it relates
to social, legal, political and economic factors? do you want to build your skills,
gain new insight and take on more responsibility in your work place?
Then the AU human resources and labour relations program is the perfect
educational opportunity for you. it’s an ideal fit if you’re currently in labour
relations, a trade unionist or a human resource specialist, and you’re looking
to build on your existing credentials.
A key benefit is that you can work toward your degree and your designation at
the same time. That’s because the bachelor of human resources and labour
relations meets the degree requirements for the Certified human resource
Professional (ChrP) designation which takes effect in 2011.
or, if you currently hold a certificate or diploma as a human resources
practitioner, you can use this degree to qualify for the ChrP designation.
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nursing
BAChElOR Of NURsiNG
TwO-YEAR (60 CREDiTs) POsT RN DEGREE
ThREE-YEAR (90 CREDiTs) POsT lPN DEGREE
Are you a practicing licensed practical nurse (lPn) or a registered nurse (rn)?
Why not move up and get your Post lPn or Post rn nursing degree while
continuing to work and studying part-time online?
An AU bachelor of nursing degree lets you take your current lPn credits
and use them toward your nursing degree. The program features a flexible
course delivery so you can work while studying. for rns, you can use your
credits toward a Post rn degree that focuses on building knowledge and
clinical practice related to family and community health promotion as
well as leadership and management.
nursing: knowlEdgE tHat makEs a diFFErEnCE
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nursing
BAChElOR Of NURsiNG
TwO-YEAR (60 CREDiTs) POsT RN DEGREE
ThREE-YEAR (90 CREDiTs) POsT lPN DEGREE
Are you a practicing licensed practical nurse (lPn) or a registered nurse (rn)?
Why not move up and get your Post lPn or Post rn nursing degree while
continuing to work and studying part-time online?
An AU bachelor of nursing degree lets you take your current lPn credits
and use them toward your nursing degree. The program features a flexible
course delivery so you can work while studying. for rns, you can use your
credits toward a Post rn degree that focuses on building knowledge and
clinical practice related to family and community health promotion as
well as leadership and management.
nursing: knowlEdgE tHat makEs a diFFErEnCE
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professional arts
BAChElOR Of
PROfEssiONAl ARTs
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE MAJORiNG iN:
CommUniCATion sTUdies
CriminAl jUsTiCe
goVernAnCe, lAW And mAnAgemenT
hUmAn serViCes
proFEssional arts: usE your diploma as a springboard to a dEgrEE
your college diploma whet your appetite for learning, but you want more. That’s
why there’s the AU Professional Arts degree. if you have an approved college
diploma or equivalent, you’re in.
This program gives you plenty of options, so one of the hardest decisions will
be deciding which area of study to focus on. you can major in communication
studies, criminal justice, governance, law and management, or human services.
no matter what your area of employment, a professional arts degree will prove
to be a definite asset. it’s an ideal way to advance your education and further
your career.
for example, a degree in professional arts can move you up the ranks. literally.
if you’re a criminal justice major, your professional arts education can advance
your rank with police services and the military.
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BAChElOR Of
PROfEssiONAl ARTs
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE MAJORiNG iN:
CommUniCATion sTUdies
CriminAl jUsTiCe
goVernAnCe, lAW And mAnAgemenT
hUmAn serViCes
proFEssional arts: usE your diploma as a springboard to a dEgrEE
your college diploma whet your appetite for learning, but you want more. That’s
why there’s the AU Professional Arts degree. if you have an approved college
diploma or equivalent, you’re in.
This program gives you plenty of options, so one of the hardest decisions will
be deciding which area of study to focus on. you can major in communication
studies, criminal justice, governance, law and management, or human services.
no matter what your area of employment, a professional arts degree will prove
to be a definite asset. it’s an ideal way to advance your education and further
your career.
for example, a degree in professional arts can move you up the ranks. literally.
if you’re a criminal justice major, your professional arts education can advance
your rank with police services and the military.
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sCienCe
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
BAChElOR Of sCiENCE
sCiEnCE:disCovEr your CarEEr potEntial
if you’re a naturally curious person, and you’re constantly setting sail on new
voyages of discovery, then the AU science degree has all the elements you’re
looking for.
it’s time to get discovering, experimenting, learning and growing. your
fascinating educational journey will include courses like scientific reasoning,
the history of science, ethics, technology, and the environment. The skills you
acquire will prove to be invaluable during your science career.
if you’re interested in studying human science, you can customize your
degree to best suit your career goals. you can attain knowledge in health
sciences, occupational or community health, biopharmaceuticals,
management and administration, and research and technology.
you may also have the opportunity to transfer credits to pre-medicine,
pre-dentistry, and pre-veterinary programs at other universities across Canada.
BAChElOR Of sCiENCE
iN hUMAN sCiENCE
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sCienCe
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
fOUR-YEAR (120 CREDiTs) DEGREE OR POsT-DiPlOMA DEGREE
BAChElOR Of sCiENCE
sCiEnCE:disCovEr your CarEEr potEntial
if you’re a naturally curious person, and you’re constantly setting sail on new
voyages of discovery, then the AU science degree has all the elements you’re
looking for.
it’s time to get discovering, experimenting, learning and growing. your
fascinating educational journey will include courses like scientific reasoning,
the history of science, ethics, technology, and the environment. The skills you
acquire will prove to be invaluable during your science career.
if you’re interested in studying human science, you can customize your
degree to best suit your career goals. you can attain knowledge in health
sciences, occupational or community health, biopharmaceuticals,
management and administration, and research and technology.
you may also have the opportunity to transfer credits to pre-medicine,
pre-dentistry, and pre-veterinary programs at other universities across Canada.
BAChElOR Of sCiENCE
iN hUMAN sCiENCE
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wElComE to tHE au graduatE programs
Turn your commitment to life-long learning into an opportunity to fulfill
a life-long dream. earn your master’s degree online with AU.
becoming an AU grad student is all about taking your education to the next
level. it’s about pushing boundaries, achieving personal academic goals and
going beyond your expectations.
Athabasca University provides innovative, internet-based graduate programs
that reach students around the world. each program offers a spectrum of
courses relevant to today’s work environment.
Will it be challenging? yes. rewarding? beyond words.
ARTs
mAsTer of ArTs - inTegrATed sTUdies
grAdUATe diPlomA in heriTAge resoUrCes mAnAgemenT
grAdUATe diPlomA in legislATiVe drAfTing
BUsiNEss
doCTorATe in bUsiness AdminisTrATion
mAsTer of bUsiness AdminisTrATion
grAdUATe diPlomA in mAnAgemenT
COUNsElliNG
mAsTer of CoUnselling
PosT-grAdUATe CerTifiCATe in CoUnselling
PosT-mAsTers CerTifiCATe in CoUnselling
DisTANCE EDUCATiON
doCTor of edUCATion in disTAnCe TeChnology
mAsTer of disTAnCe edUCATion
grAdUATe diPlomA in disTAnCe edUCATion TeChnology
grAdUATe diPlomA in insTrUCTionAl design
grAdUATe CerTifiCATe in insTrUCTionAl design
hEAlTh
mAsTer of heAlTh sTUdies
mAsTer of nUrsing
AdVAnCed grAdUATe diPlomA: AdVAnCed nUrsing PrACTiCe
iNfORMATiON sYsTEMs
mAsTer of sCienCe - informATion sysTems
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wElComE to tHE au graduatE programs
Turn your commitment to life-long learning into an opportunity to fulfill
a life-long dream. earn your master’s degree online with AU.
becoming an AU grad student is all about taking your education to the next
level. it’s about pushing boundaries, achieving personal academic goals and
going beyond your expectations.
Athabasca University provides innovative, internet-based graduate programs
that reach students around the world. each program offers a spectrum of
courses relevant to today’s work environment.
Will it be challenging? yes. rewarding? beyond words.
ARTs
mAsTer of ArTs - inTegrATed sTUdies
grAdUATe diPlomA in heriTAge resoUrCes mAnAgemenT
grAdUATe diPlomA in legislATiVe drAfTing
BUsiNEss
doCTorATe in bUsiness AdminisTrATion
mAsTer of bUsiness AdminisTrATion
grAdUATe diPlomA in mAnAgemenT
COUNsElliNG
mAsTer of CoUnselling
PosT-grAdUATe CerTifiCATe in CoUnselling
PosT-mAsTers CerTifiCATe in CoUnselling
DisTANCE EDUCATiON
doCTor of edUCATion in disTAnCe TeChnology
mAsTer of disTAnCe edUCATion
grAdUATe diPlomA in disTAnCe edUCATion TeChnology
grAdUATe diPlomA in insTrUCTionAl design
grAdUATe CerTifiCATe in insTrUCTionAl design
hEAlTh
mAsTer of heAlTh sTUdies
mAsTer of nUrsing
AdVAnCed grAdUATe diPlomA: AdVAnCed nUrsing PrACTiCe
iNfORMATiON sYsTEMs
mAsTer of sCienCe - informATion sysTems
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MAsTER Of ARTs–
iNTEGRATED sTUDiEs
MAsTER Of ARTs–iNTEGRATED sTUDiEs
iNDEPENDENT TRACk OR sPECiAlizATiON iN:
edUCATionAl sTUdies
Work, orgAnizATion, And leAdershiP
globAl ChAnge
CAnAdiAn sTUdies*
informATion sTUdies*
AdUlT edUCATion
CUlTUrAl sTUdies
CommUniTy sTUdies
hisToriCAl sTUdies*
eqUiTy sTUdies (oPen)
Also available:
grAdUATe diPlomA in heriTAge resoUrCes mAnAgemenT
grAdUATe diPlomA in legislATiVe drAfTing
* These areas of concentration are under development and may
be subject to change. Degrees will not be awarded with these
specializations at this time.
arts:a dEgrEE built For you by you
The AU master of Arts–integrated studies (mAis) isn’t your typical graduate
program. it’s really about studying areas of interest and experience that pertain
specifically to your requirements. Customization is key, since you design the
learning program that best suits your needs.
Unlike most degrees, the mAis curriculum crosses the boundaries of arts,
humanities, and the social sciences. it’s a degree that will challenge you to ask
questions and explore all avenues of a problem.
The mAis degree prepares you to view problems holistically, to seek information
in new locations, to combine knowledge and research from diverse disciplines,
and to explore interdisciplinary methods.
This exciting style of learning will bring a fresh, new, and more knowledgeable
approach to your workplace or your community.
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MAsTER Of ARTs–
iNTEGRATED sTUDiEs
MAsTER Of ARTs–iNTEGRATED sTUDiEs
iNDEPENDENT TRACk OR sPECiAlizATiON iN:
edUCATionAl sTUdies
Work, orgAnizATion, And leAdershiP
globAl ChAnge
CAnAdiAn sTUdies*
informATion sTUdies*
AdUlT edUCATion
CUlTUrAl sTUdies
CommUniTy sTUdies
hisToriCAl sTUdies*
eqUiTy sTUdies (oPen)
Also available:
grAdUATe diPlomA in heriTAge resoUrCes mAnAgemenT
grAdUATe diPlomA in legislATiVe drAfTing
* These areas of concentration are under development and may
be subject to change. Degrees will not be awarded with these
specializations at this time.
arts:a dEgrEE built For you by you
The AU master of Arts–integrated studies (mAis) isn’t your typical graduate
program. it’s really about studying areas of interest and experience that pertain
specifically to your requirements. Customization is key, since you design the
learning program that best suits your needs.
Unlike most degrees, the mAis curriculum crosses the boundaries of arts,
humanities, and the social sciences. it’s a degree that will challenge you to ask
questions and explore all avenues of a problem.
The mAis degree prepares you to view problems holistically, to seek information
in new locations, to combine knowledge and research from diverse disciplines,
and to explore interdisciplinary methods.
This exciting style of learning will bring a fresh, new, and more knowledgeable
approach to your workplace or your community.
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Business
MAsTER Of BUsiNEss
ADMiNisTRATiON
ONliNE ExECUTiVE MBA:
mbA WiTh ProjeCT mAnAgemenT eleCTiVes
mbA WiTh energy mAnAgemenT eleCTiVes
Also available:
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DOCTORATE iN BUsiNEss ADMiNisTRATiON (DBA)
businEss: tHE sourCE oF onlinEbusinEss ExCEllEnCE
As an experienced manager, you can be confident you’re making an excellent
choice when you take an AU mbA. That’s because this is the original online
mbA. it all started back in 1994 when AU’s Centre for innovative management
launched the world’s first fully interactive online executive mbA program.
since then it’s grown to become Canada’s largest executive mbA, and has been
internationally recognized for its quality and student success stories.
so why not put our online mbA experience to work for you? if you’ve considered
an executive mbA while balancing work, family and your studies, the perfect
solution has arrived.
This rigorous and collaborative program will allow you to learn alongside other
experienced managers and leaders from across Canada and around the world.
not only will you learn from your fellow students who are working in diverse
industries and positions, you’ll work with an outstanding team of academics.
best of all, the 24-hour online format means you can balance work and family
commitments and study at the same time.
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Business
MAsTER Of BUsiNEss
ADMiNisTRATiON
ONliNE ExECUTiVE MBA:
mbA WiTh ProjeCT mAnAgemenT eleCTiVes
mbA WiTh energy mAnAgemenT eleCTiVes
Also available:
grAdUATe diPlomA in mAnAgemenT
DOCTORATE iN BUsiNEss ADMiNisTRATiON (DBA)
businEss: tHE sourCE oF onlinEbusinEss ExCEllEnCE
As an experienced manager, you can be confident you’re making an excellent
choice when you take an AU mbA. That’s because this is the original online
mbA. it all started back in 1994 when AU’s Centre for innovative management
launched the world’s first fully interactive online executive mbA program.
since then it’s grown to become Canada’s largest executive mbA, and has been
internationally recognized for its quality and student success stories.
so why not put our online mbA experience to work for you? if you’ve considered
an executive mbA while balancing work, family and your studies, the perfect
solution has arrived.
This rigorous and collaborative program will allow you to learn alongside other
experienced managers and leaders from across Canada and around the world.
not only will you learn from your fellow students who are working in diverse
industries and positions, you’ll work with an outstanding team of academics.
best of all, the 24-hour online format means you can balance work and family
commitments and study at the same time.
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ADMiNisTRATiON
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Counselling
MAsTER Of COUNsElliNG
MAsTER Of COUNsElliNG
sPECiAlizATiON iN:
CoUnselling PsyChology
CAreer CoUnselling
Also available:
PosT-grAdUATe CerTifiCATe in CoUnselling
PosT-mAsTers CerTifiCATe in CoUnselling
CounsElling:EnHanCE your CounsElling skills
An AU master’s degree in counselling is the ideal blend of theory and practice
designed with you in mind.
Whether you’re interested in a career as a professional counsellor or a counselling
psychologist, or are currently a counsellor wanting to take your skills to the next
level, this degree will suit your needs.
your studies in this dynamic program will provide you with solid philosophical
and theoretical counselling foundations. you’ll also gain real-world counselling
skills and strategies essential for working with a range of clientele using a variety
of different techniques.
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Counselling
MAsTER Of COUNsElliNG
MAsTER Of COUNsElliNG
sPECiAlizATiON iN:
CoUnselling PsyChology
CAreer CoUnselling
Also available:
PosT-grAdUATe CerTifiCATe in CoUnselling
PosT-mAsTers CerTifiCATe in CoUnselling
CounsElling:EnHanCE your CounsElling skills
An AU master’s degree in counselling is the ideal blend of theory and practice
designed with you in mind.
Whether you’re interested in a career as a professional counsellor or a counselling
psychologist, or are currently a counsellor wanting to take your skills to the next
level, this degree will suit your needs.
your studies in this dynamic program will provide you with solid philosophical
and theoretical counselling foundations. you’ll also gain real-world counselling
skills and strategies essential for working with a range of clientele using a variety
of different techniques.
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MAsTER Of
DisTANCE EDUCATiON
distanCe eduCation
MAsTER Of DisTANCE EDUCATiON
Also available:
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grAdUATe diPlomA in insTrUCTionAl design
grAdUATe CerTifiCATe in insTrUCTionAl design
DOCTOR Of EDUCATiON (EdD) iN DisTANCE EDUCATiON
distanCE EduCation:go tHE distanCE
here’s a great educational fit to take advantage of. Athabasca University is a
leader in distance education and online learning, so it’s not surprising that we
offer graduate degrees in distance education itself.
Courses are offered using the moodle e-learning software platform, which
provides you with a variety of flexible ways to communicate. you’ll have
opportunities to gain experience with a number of current and experimental
delivery technologies and social software systems.
And considering the subject matter is always evolving, you’ll come away with
the most up-to-date knowledge available.
What better way to become an expert in the field of distance education than
to learn from the distance education and online learning authority? you’ll
work with the most accomplished scholars in the business, including a Canada
research Chair who’s a member of the faculty.
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MAsTER Of
DisTANCE EDUCATiON
distanCe eduCation
MAsTER Of DisTANCE EDUCATiON
Also available:
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grAdUATe diPlomA in insTrUCTionAl design
grAdUATe CerTifiCATe in insTrUCTionAl design
DOCTOR Of EDUCATiON (EdD) iN DisTANCE EDUCATiON
distanCE EduCation:go tHE distanCE
here’s a great educational fit to take advantage of. Athabasca University is a
leader in distance education and online learning, so it’s not surprising that we
offer graduate degrees in distance education itself.
Courses are offered using the moodle e-learning software platform, which
provides you with a variety of flexible ways to communicate. you’ll have
opportunities to gain experience with a number of current and experimental
delivery technologies and social software systems.
And considering the subject matter is always evolving, you’ll come away with
the most up-to-date knowledge available.
What better way to become an expert in the field of distance education than
to learn from the distance education and online learning authority? you’ll
work with the most accomplished scholars in the business, including a Canada
research Chair who’s a member of the faculty.
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nursing and health studies
MAsTER Of NURsiNG
MAsTER Of hEAlTh sTUDiEs
Also available:
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MAsTER Of NURsiNG
MAsTER Of
hEAlTh sTUDiEs
nursing and HEaltH studiEs:dEvElop nEw lEadErsHip skills
Add to your nursing and health care leadership skills with two master’s degree
options from AU.
The master of nursing program contains two streams. The generalist stream
prepares you to assume more of a leadership position in the health system.
The program provides you with advanced skills that will help you spot trends
and provide the leadership to get things done.
The advanced stream prepares you for a broader role in the delivery of health
services to clients of all ages as a community-based nurse. it delivers the
theoretical and clinical preparation you’ll need to take on this leading-edge role.
The master’s program in health studies has a similar mandate–to prepare you
as a health professional to take on a leadership role as health care changes.
The program gives you the skills to identify emerging trends and anticipate
future directions in health services and provide leadership in planning,
implementation, evaluation, change management, and policy development.
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MAsTER Of NURsiNG
MAsTER Of hEAlTh sTUDiEs
Also available:
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MAsTER Of NURsiNG
MAsTER Of
hEAlTh sTUDiEs
nursing and HEaltH studiEs:dEvElop nEw lEadErsHip skills
Add to your nursing and health care leadership skills with two master’s degree
options from AU.
The master of nursing program contains two streams. The generalist stream
prepares you to assume more of a leadership position in the health system.
The program provides you with advanced skills that will help you spot trends
and provide the leadership to get things done.
The advanced stream prepares you for a broader role in the delivery of health
services to clients of all ages as a community-based nurse. it delivers the
theoretical and clinical preparation you’ll need to take on this leading-edge role.
The master’s program in health studies has a similar mandate–to prepare you
as a health professional to take on a leadership role as health care changes.
The program gives you the skills to identify emerging trends and anticipate
future directions in health services and provide leadership in planning,
implementation, evaluation, change management, and policy development.
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information systems
MAsTER Of sCiENCE–
iNfORMATiON sYsTEMs
MAsTER Of sCiENCE–iNfORMATiON sYsTEMs
inFormation systEms:taking tECHnology to tHE nExt lEvEl
Are you an information systems professional interested in expanding your
knowledge base and advancing your career in the information technology
sector? Then an AU master of science–information systems degree will suit
you perfectly.
As an mscis student, you’ll develop a common base of skills, knowledge and
values in computing and information systems. This program focuses on
integration of theory and practice, plus the development of technical, analytical
and socio-technical management and communication skills needed by leaders
in the iT industry.
As an mscis graduate, you can look forward to a challenging career in the
growing national and international information technology and service sector.
you’ll be qualified for senior-level positions in database and web design,
advanced language programming, network design, project management,
software development, business operations, e-commerce, research, and
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Whatever your educational goals, AU’s online and distance learning methods
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so be sure to research your options online. We also invite you to order
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questions or need some advice.
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