Bachelor Of Arts In Multidisciplinary Studies

Academic Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies at Red Deer Polytechnic, applicants must meet specific academic requirements. Qualified applicants who meet all minimum requirements will be offered admission on a first-come, first-served basis.

International Students: If you are an international student or have completed your high school education outside of Alberta, please refer to the International Course Equivalencies page for information on how your coursework may align with our Academic Requirements.

Academic Requirements:

Students applying to the Bachelor of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies must have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in the following or their equivalents:

• ELA 30-1
• 4 courses from Groups A, B, C, or D with no more than one course from each of Group B or D

OR

A minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:

• ELA 30-1
• 1 additional course from Group A or C
  • Group A: Aboriginal Studies 30, English Language Arts (ELA) 30-1, Social Studies 30-1, Language 30 or 35 (other than English)
  • Group B: Art 30, Art 31, Band 35, Choir 35, Dance 35, Drama 30, Music 35, Performing Arts 35A
  • Group C: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2, Mathematics 31, Physics 30, Science 30
  • Group D: Five credits of coursework at the 30, 33 or 35 level

OR

Completion of a recognized 2-Year Diploma from an accredited Canadian public post-secondary institution or a recognized 2-Year Diploma approved by the Associate Dean.

Note: When receiving admission based on completion of a diploma, it is the student’s responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are met for course selection.

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If you have any questions or need further clarification, please contact LOA Portal's advisors for support.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

At Red Deer Polytechnic, we support a diverse student population worldwide. Note: Applicants whose first language is English and who declared this on their application are exempt from English Language Proficiency requirements.

Certain RDP programs have unique ELP requirements; ensure you review the program-specific requirements below. Applicants must also meet all other program Academic Requirements to be considered for admission into the program.

Applicants applying to the Academic Upgrading program are not required to demonstrate English Language Proficiency at the levels noted for credit programs. Placement assessments are used for admission to these programs.

Understanding RDP's English Language Proficiency Requirements:

• Applicants whose first language is not English must provide ELP official documentation to the Office of the Registrar by email or regular mail after you have applied.
• ELP tests must be no older than two years before your program start date.
• The Office of the Registrar can review your “unofficial” or scanned documents to initially admit you to a program and provide a Letter of Acceptance. However, official documentation must be received before the deadline, or you will not be granted “clear” admission until this step has been completed.

Requirements by Program:

• Applicants must meet English Language Proficiency requirements for admission to credit programs.
  • Note: RDP programs may have different or additional requirements.
• Applicants must also meet all other program Academic Requirements, including the English course and minimum percentage grade.
• All ELP tests must have been obtained within two years of the start date of the program.
• Applicants to the Academic Upgrading program are not required to demonstrate English language proficiency at the levels noted for credit programs.

Ensure you review the program-specific requirements below.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.