Creating endless opportunities
Alberta is the place for students to pursue their goals and realize their dreams. Yes, the province is rich in natural resources, but increasingly, education is becoming Alberta's new and renewable commodity. Every post-secondary institution plays a role in the success of the province by offering a wide variety of programming in a number of areas. Alberta's universities have created endless opportunities and prospective students are encouraged to take advantage of what they have to offer. Universities in Alberta offer unique programs and experiences that will inspire students on their educational and life journey.The University of Lethbridge
The University of Lethbridge (U of L) provides a personal, supportive learning environment for approximately 8,000 students. The U of L offers relevant, progressive programs and more than 150 degree/program options through six faculties and schools - arts and science, education, fine arts, health sciences, management and graduate studies. While continuing to maintain its tradition in undergraduate liberal education, the U of L is emerging as a leading comprehensive and research institution, and is expanding its graduate programming. Undergraduate and graduate students alike learn with inspired scholars who combine teaching, creativity and research. The City of Lethbridge, located in southern Alberta, is a vibrant community ideal for students.
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The Alberta System
Alberta's post-secondary system is woven together by a Campus Alberta approach. Campus Alberta is not a single organization, nor is it a building. It is an approach that involves post-secondary institutions working together to meet the needs of students, taxpayers and society.
Cooperation and collaboration are the keystones of Campus Alberta, and allow for an interconnected learning system to provide accessible and high-quality post-secondary education. Through consultation with stakeholders, including post-secondary institutions and student leaders, each of Alberta's publicly funded institutions now has clearly defined roles and responsibilities under categories based on programs offered, type of research conducted, and the area served. Studying in Alberta has many benefits, including the strong transfer system. Students are able to transfer from one institution to another thanks to agreements among several institutions. This allows students to begin their programs at one institution and complete their program elsewhere in the province.
Employment Oportunities
Students will find many summer and parttime jobs available, especially in urban areas. Jobs in the disciplines students pursue are usually readily available, providing strong internship and co-op university programs. The vibrant provincial economy also provides choices for university graduates who are ready to move into professional careers.
The ratio of post-secondary graduates working in their field of study within two years of graduation remains high at 98 per cent for university graduates. In 2007, the average hourly earnings for a person with a university degree in Alberta was $29 compared to $19 per hour for someone with a high school diploma.
The Alberta System
Alberta's post-secondary system is woven together by a Campus Alberta approach. Campus Alberta is not a single organization, nor is it a building. It is an approach that involves post-secondary institutions working together to meet the needs of students, taxpayers and society.
Cooperation and collaboration are the keystones of Campus Alberta, and allow for an interconnected learning system to provide accessible and high-quality post-secondary education. Through consultation with stakeholders, including post-secondary institutions and student leaders, each of Alberta's publicly funded institutions now has clearly defined roles and responsibilities under categories based on programs offered, type of research conducted, and the area served. Studying in Alberta has many benefits, including the strong transfer system. Students are able to transfer from one institution to another thanks to agreements among several institutions. This allows students to begin their programs at one institution and complete their program elsewhere in the province.
Employment Oportunities
Students will find many summer and parttime jobs available, especially in urban areas. Jobs in the disciplines students pursue are usually readily available, providing strong internship and co-op university programs. The vibrant provincial economy also provides choices for university graduates who are ready to move into professional careers.
The ratio of post-secondary graduates working in their field of study within two years of graduation remains high at 98 per cent for university graduates. In 2007, the average hourly earnings for a person with a university degree in Alberta was $29 compared to $19 per hour for someone with a high school diploma.