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Admission Requirements by Faculty
15.2 Faculty of Arts
15.2.1 BA
Admission to the Faculty of Arts is competitive. The number of high school and transfer admissions or readmissions to the Faculty may be limited in any given year depending on the number of applicants and their qualifications. Some majors require higher averages and/or specific courses and additional admission criteria. Presentation of the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Applicants will be assessed on the basis of their academic records as described below.
I. High School Requirements
High school applicants will be considered for admission based on their admission average on five subjects noted below. See §14.4.2 for minimum grade and admission average requirements.
Subject Requirements
English Language Arts 30-1 | |
Four subjects from Group A, B and/or C. A maximum of one Group B may be presented for admission. In order to maximize their future program and course choices, all students are encouraged to present a broad range of subjects across Group A and C. | |
Mathematics 30-2 may be used for admission to the Faculty of Arts, though some disciplines require Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1 as a prerequisite for required courses (see notes below). Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be used for admission purposes. | |
See additional requirements below for specific majors and minors. |
Notes
For a major in Planning admission to this major is competitive and Alberta students may be given preference. The minimum requirements are as follows:
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For a major in Political Science Social Studies 30-1 is recommended. | |||||||||
For a major or minor in Psychology students should present one of Mathematics 30-1, Mathematics 30-2 or Pure Mathematics 30. | |||||||||
For a major in Economics students must present Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1. Presentation of Mathematics 31 is recommended. Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1 do not have to be included as one of the five 30-level courses for admission, but the major requires courses for which Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1 is a prerequisite. | |||||||||
For a major in Mathematics students must present both Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1, and Mathematics 31. For a minor in Mathematics students should present Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1. Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1, and Mathematics 31 do not have to be included in the five 30-level courses used for admission, but the discipline requires courses for which Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1, and Mathematics 31 are prerequisites. | |||||||||
Students intending to transfer to the Faculty of Business must present Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1. | |||||||||
The Faculty of Arts accepts proficiency in an Aboriginal language recognized in Canada (e.g., Cree, Slavey, etc.) to meet a Group A admission requirement. Proficiency is measured either by a test, administered by the University if such can be arranged, or by boards of examiners appointed by the University. Candidates having passed the required test of an Aboriginal language have their averages calculated on the remaining four matriculation subjects. |
II. Transfer Applicants
Please refer to §§15.2.1, 15.2.13 and 14.2.1.
III. Nonmatriculated Applicants
Please refer to §15.2.14. Note that there is no NMA admission to the BA major in Planning program.
15.2.2 BA Honors
I. General Admission Requirements
Entrance to the Honors programs ordinarily takes place at the end of the first year of university studies. Students planning to seek admission to an Honors program should consult the appropriate department Honors advisor before first-year registration. A few departments will consider applications to transfer to Honors submitted by students who have completed the second year of another program. In rare cases, a few departments may consider applications from students who have already completed their third year of studies in another program. There is normally no January admission to Honors.
Admission to Honors requires a minimum admission grade point average (AGPA) of 3.0 with an average of 3.3 or better in all courses in the areas of concentration and the recommendation of the Department concerned whose required grade point average may exceed the Faculty minimum. To be eligible for admission to Honors, applicants must also have successfully completed a minimum of 
24. Refer to §14.2.1 for information on the calculation of the admission grade point average.
High School Requirements: Normally, there is no admission directly from high school; however, applicants must present the high school subject requirements as specified in §15.2.1(I) | |
Transfer Applicants: Refer to §15.2.1(I) and (II), General Admission Requirements (above) and §15.2.13. | |
Nonmatriculated Applicants: There is no direct admission. Presentation of the admission requirements to the BA program [§15.2.1 (III)] and completion of the first year in the BA program are required. |
II. Specific Admission Requirements
The Faculty of Arts offers BA Honors programs in the subject areas listed in Admission Chart 3.
III. Combined Honors Programs
For combined Honors programs, students must meet the minimum GPA requirements as specified in each area of concentration (see Admission Chart 3) and obtain the recommendation of each department concerned.
IV. Admission Requirements for Cooperative Work Option Within Honors Programs
Students must have successfully completed a minimum of two years (60) in an academic program and otherwise meet the requirements for admission to the academic honors program. (See §15.2.2 General and Specific Admission Requirements [above].)
15.2.3 BA (Criminology)
A quota of 45 students exists in the program, and admission is determined on a competitive basis from among eligible applicants. To be eligible for consideration for admission, the minimum requirements are as follows:
I. High School Requirements
There is no admission directly from high school; however, applicants must present the high school subjects as specified in §15.2.1(I).
II. Transfer Applicants
Successful completion of 30 of the University of Alberta BA or its equivalent at an accredited institution. Students are strongly advised to include 6 of junior ENGL, Sociology 100 (3), Psychology 104 (3) and 105 (3), and a Language other than English (6), or their equivalents, in their first year. No more than 78 will be granted in transfer credit toward the BA (Criminology) program. See §§14.2.1 and 14.2.2.
Other Requirements
A minimum GPA of 2.7 on the most recent | |
Two relevant letters of reference attesting to ability and personal suitability for employment in the criminal justice system | |
A resumé of personal data, particularly volunteer or work experience in the criminal justice system | |
A written statement of career objectives | |
An interview |
Refer to §12 Application Procedures and Deadlines.
III. Nonmatriculated Applicants
There is no direct admission. Presentation of the admission requirements to the BA program (§15.2.14) and completion of the first year in the BA program are required.
15.2.4 Bachelor of Fine Arts (Art and Design) and Bachelor of Design
A successful portfolio is required for all applicants (see Notes (1) and (2) below). Applicants must also meet the following admission requirements:
I. High School Requirements
English Language Arts 30-1 | |
Four subjects from Group A, B and/or C. A maximum of one Group B may be presented for admission. In order to maximize their future program and course choices, all students are encouraged to present a broad range of subjects across Group A and C. | |
Mathematics 30-2 may be used for admission to the BFA or BDes programs, though some routes require Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1 as a prerequisite for required courses (see below). Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be used for admission purposes. | |
See additional requirements below for specific routes. |
For applicants intending to enter the BDesign Engineering Route, Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1 is required. Mathematics 31 and Physics 30 are recommended.
For applicants intending to enter the BDesign Computing Science Route, Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1 is required.
Note: Applicants intending to enter the BDesign Social Sciences Route with a concentration in Psychology are advised that Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1 is a prerequisite for certain courses.
II. Transfer Requirements
Applicants with the high school requirements and with the required matriculation average are considered for admission if they also meet the Faculty Transfer regulations specified in §15.2.13. Applicants who do not present the high school requirements or the required matriculation average may be considered for admission if they successfully complete, at an accredited postsecondary institution, one year (30) or more of coursework transferable to the BFA (Art and Design) or the BDesign program. This work is accepted in place of matriculation subject requirements, except for English Language Arts 30-1 (or equivalent), which is required. Such applicants must also meet the Faculty transfer regulations specified in §15.2.13(1)b, c, and d and §15.2.13(2).
III. Nonmatriculated Applicants
Refer to §15.2.14.
Notes
Because enrolment is limited and because the studies in this interpretive/creative field involve highly specialized training, candidates must satisfy a selection committee that they have the ability and commitment to undertake the program. The selection committee decides based on evidence derived from an assessment of any course that may have been taken and a portfolio of work done by the candidate. | |
Portfolios and applications must be received by the deadlines noted in §12. | |
Enquiries regarding the detailed artistic requirements for admission to these programs should be directed initially to the Department of Art and Design, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2C9; telephone (780) 492-5712, e-mail artdes@ualberta.ca. | |
Students seeking readmission to the BFA (Art and Design) program [see §43.8(2)d.] or readmission to the BDesign program [see §43.7(2)f.] following a recommendation not to continue must meet the program readmission requirements. |
15.2.5 Bachelor of Fine Arts (Drama) in Acting
I. High School Requirements
There is no admission to the program directly from high school. See II below.
II. Transfer Requirements
Successful completion of 30, transferable to a BA program in the Faculty, is required. Of these, 6 in junior-level English, or 3 Junior English and 3 WRS 101, are required. The remaining 24 are optional; however, courses in the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Fine Arts are recommended. A maximum of 12 in Drama is permitted, as is a maximum of 12 in non-Arts or non-Science courses.
Also refer to §15.2.13(1) b, c, and d, and §15.2.13(2) for Faculty transfer regulations.
III. Nonmatriculated Applicants
There is no direct admission of nonmatriculated applicants to this program. Such applicants must apply for admission to the BA program (see §15.2.14) and complete the first year of that program to qualify as a Transfer applicant as described in II above.
Notes
Ideally, students should possess some knowledge and understanding of the liberal arts; however, applicants with other academic backgrounds (e.g., science, business, etc.) will be considered if they meet the transfer requirements outlined in II above. | |
Because enrolment is necessarily limited and because the studies in this interpretive-creative field involve highly specialized training, candidates must satisfy a selection committee that they have the ability and commitment to undertake the program. The selection committee decides based on the evidence derived from an assessment of any courses in drama that may have been taken by the candidates, the testimony of their teachers, experience in dramatic work, and an interview and audition. | |
Candidates must apply to the Department of Drama for an audition by the audition deadline in §12. Application to the Faculty must be made before the program deadline in §12. Students requesting readmission or internal transfer to the BFA Program must apply to the Faculty before the program deadline in §12. | |
Inquiries regarding the artistic requirements for admission to this program should be directed initially to Department of Drama, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2C9; telephone (780) 492-2271, e-mail drama@ualberta.ca | |
Applicants wishing to be considered for an alternative program in Arts must meet the specified matriculation and postsecondary admission requirements for that program. |
15.2.6 Bachelor of Fine Arts (Drama) in Design
General Admission Requirements
All applicants must successfully complete portfolio requirements and submit an assigned design project and three references (see Notes 3, 4, and 5 below).
I. High School Requirements
English Language Arts 30-1 | |
Four subjects from Group A, B and/or C. A maximum of one Group B may be presented for admission. In order to maximize their future program and course choices, all students are encouraged to present a broad range of subjects across Group A and C. | |
Mathematics 30-2 may be used for admission to this BFA (Drama) program, but only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be used for admission purposes. |
II. Transfer Requirements
Note: The Department requires an admission grade point average of at least 2.3. Students admitted with less than 30 will be required to complete all non-Drama requirements by the beginning of their fourth year. Transfer of any Drama course is subject to approval of the Department of Drama.
III. Nonmatriculated Applicants
Refer to §15.2.14.
Notes
Ideally, students should possess some knowledge and understanding of the liberal arts; however, applicants with other academic backgrounds (e.g., Science, Business) will be considered (if they meet the transfer requirements outlined in II above). | |
Because enrolment is limited and because the studies in this interpretive/creative field involve highly specialized training, candidates must satisfy a selection committee that they have the ability, artistic skills and commitment to undertake the program. The selection committee decides based on an assessment of the candidate's portfolio, submission of an assigned design project, testimony of three referees, and an interview (when feasible).
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Every prospective BFA (Drama) Design student must submit a portfolio indicating his or her ability. Anything the applicant considers interesting, exciting, or appropriate (i.e., painting, drawing, or photos of craft work or high school drama work) is considered. A portfolio should consist of any evidence of the candidate's skills in visual communication (e.g., drawing, painting, drafting, photography, arts and crafts, graphic arts). | |
Candidates must contact the Department of Drama, in writing, not later than the portfolio deadline in §12. (Early application is encouraged.) Application to the University should be made after successfully completing the selection process and before the application deadline in §12. | |
Inquiries regarding the professional requirements for admission to this program should be directed to Department of Drama, 3-146 Fine Arts Centre, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2C9; telephone (780) 492-2271, e-mail drama@ualberta.ca | |
Applicants who want to be considered for an alternate program in Arts must meet the specified matriculation and postsecondary admission requirements for that program. |
15.2.7 Bachelor of Fine Arts (Drama) in Technical Theatre
General Admission Requirements
A maximum of eight students are accepted into each of the three routes. Submission of a letter of intent, a resumé, three letters of reference and an interview (when feasible) are required.
Applicants must also meet the admission requirements described below.
I. High School Requirements
English Language Arts 30-1 | |
Four subjects from Group A, B and/or C. A maximum of one Group B may be presented for admission. In order to maximize their future program and course choices, all students are encouraged to present a broad range of subjects across Group A and C. | |
Mathematics 30-2 may be used for admission to this BFA (Drama) program, but only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be used for admission purposes. |
II. Transfer Requirements
Note: The Department requires an admission grade point average of at least 2.0. Students admitted with less than 30 will be required to complete all non-Drama requirements before the beginning of their fourth year. Transfer of any Drama course is subject to approval of the Department of Drama.
III. Nonmatriculated Applicants
Refer to §15.2.14.
IV. Additional Information
Ideally, students should possess some knowledge and understanding of the liberal arts; however, applicants with other academic backgrounds (e.g., Science, Business, etc.) will be considered (if they meet the transfer requirements outlined in II above). | |
Because enrolment is limited and because the studies in this interpretive/creative field involve highly specialized training, candidates must satisfy a selection committee that they have the ability, skills, and commitment to undertake the program. The selection committee decides based on the applicant's letter of intent, resumé, and testimony of three referees, and an interview (when feasible).
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Candidates must contact the Department of Drama, in writing, not later than May 1 (see §12.7). Early application is encouraged. | |
Inquiries regarding the requirements for admission should be directed to Department of Drama, 3-146 Fine Arts Centre, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2C9; telephone (780) 492-2271, e-mail drama@ualberta.ca. | |
Applicants who want to be considered for an alternative program in Arts must meet the matriculation and postsecondary admission requirements for that program. | |
A nonrefundable deposit toward tuition fees, on official notification of acceptance, is required of successful applicants. |
15.2.8 Bachelor of Music (General) and Bachelor of Music (School Music)
General Admission Requirements
Audition | |
Theory Placement Exam |
I. High School Requirements
English Language Arts 30-1 | |
Four subjects from Group A, B and/or C. A maximum of one Group B may be presented for admission. In order to maximize their future program and course choices, all students are encouraged to present a broad range of subjects across Group A and C. | |
Mathematics 30-2 may be used for admission to this BMus program, but only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be used for admission purposes. |
II. Transfer Applicants
Note: The Department requires an admission grade point average of at least 2.3.
III. Nonmatriculated Applicants
Refer to §15.2.14.
Notes
Because enrolment is limited and because the study in this interpretive/creative field involves highly specialized education, applicants must demonstrate an adequate measure of musical ability. An audition committee considers applicants' musical background and goals as discussed during the audition which includes musical performance. The Department's admission recommendation to the Faculty considers the report of the audition committee as well as the results of departmentally administered aural and music rudiments examinations. | |
Candidates should apply as early as January 1, even though applications will be received until the application deadline in §12. Candidates must apply to the Department of Music for an admission audition before the audition deadline in §12. | |
Enquiries regarding artistic requirements for admission to this program should be directed to Department of Music, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2C9; telephone (780) 492-3263, e-mail music@ualberta.ca | |
Admission to the BMus programs with transfer credits from other programs and institutions requires an admission grade point average of 2.3. See §14.2.1. |
15.2.9 Bachelor of Music (Performance), Bachelor of Music (Composition and Theory), Bachelor of Music (Music History), Bachelor of Music (World Music)
General Admission Requirements
Entrance to the Bachelor of Music (BMus) (Performance; Composition and Theory; Music History; World Music) programs normally takes place at the end of the first or second year of enrolment in the BMus program. An admission GPA of 2.3 on courses previously completed (minimum 24) in the BMus program and the recommendation of the Department are required. Interested students must contact the Department of Music by April 1.
Candidates may choose from piano, organ, voice, violin, viola, violoncello, double bass, classical guitar, lute, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, trumpet, horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, percussion, and harp.
I. High School Requirements
There is no admission directly from high school.
II. Transfer Applicants
Refer to §15.2.8 General Requirements and other Faculty requirements outlined in §15.2.13.
III. Nonmatriculated Applicants
Nonmatriculated applicants normally complete the first year in the Bachelor of Music program (see §15.2.8) and would be required to present the admission requirements for that program, noted in §15.2.14.
15.2.10 Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education (Elementary) Combined Degrees and Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Combined Degrees
General Admission Requirements
Audition | |
Theory Placement Exam |
Note: Students who do not pass a theory placement examination may be required to complete MUSIC 100 (extra to degree) before enrolling in MUSIC 155.
I. High School Requirements
English Language Arts 30-1 | |
Four subjects from Group A, B and/or C. A maximum of one Group B may be presented for admission. In order to maximize their future program and course choices, all students are encouraged to present a broad range of subjects across Group A and C. | |
Mathematics 30-2 may be used for admission to these combined degrees programs, but only one of Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 will be used for admission purposes. Depending on the student’s choice of minor in the BEd portion of the program, Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 30-1 may be required as a prerequisite for required courses. |
II. Transfer Requirements
Note: The Department requires an admission grade point average of at least 2.3.
III. Nonmatriculated Applicants
Refer to §15.2.14.
IV. Year 4 in the Faculty of Education
All qualified Year 3 BMus/BEd Combined Degrees program students will be promoted to Year 4 in the Faculty of Education provided that
A minimum AGPA of 2.3 has been achieved, and | |
A minimum of | |
Spoken English Requirement: Applicants must also meet a spoken English requirement. See §13.3.2. |
General Notes on Admission
Because enrolment is necessarily limited and because the study in this interpretive-creative field involves highly specialized education, applicants must demonstrate an adequate measure of musical ability to begin study in the degree program. An audition committee bases its admission recommendation upon consideration of applicants' musical background and goals as discussed during the audition, which includes musical performance. The Department's admission recommendation to the Faculty of Arts will take into account the report of the audition committee as well as the results of departmentally administered aural and music rudiments examinations. | |
Candidates are encouraged to apply as early as January 1, even though applications are received until the application deadline noted in §12. Candidates must apply to the Department of Music for an admission audition prior to the audition deadline noted in §12. | |
Enquiries regarding the artistic requirements for admission to this program should be directed to Department of Music, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2C9; telephone (780) 492-3263, e-mail music@ualberta.ca | |
Admission to the BMus programs with transfer credits from other programs and institutions requires an admission grade point average of 2.3. General requirements are set out in §14.2.1 |
15.2.11 Bachelor of Arts (Drama)/BEd (Secondary) Combined Degrees
I. High School Requirements
See §15.2.1.
II. Transfer Requirements
Note: This program requires an admission grade point average of at least 2.3.
III. Nonmatriculated Applicants
Refer to §15.2.14.
IV. Year 4 in the Faculty of Education
All qualified Year 3 BA (Drama)/BEd (Secondary) Combined Degrees program students will be promoted to Year 4 in the Faculty of Education provided that
A minimum AGPA of 2.3 has been achieved, and | |
A minimum of | |
Spoken English Requirement: Applicants must also meet a spoken English requirement. See §13.3.2. |
15.2.12 Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies
This program is offered jointly by the Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences and the Faculty of Arts. Students can apply for admission to either Faculty
I. High School Applicants
Subject Requirements
English Language Arts 30-1 | |
Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 | |
Biology 30 | |
Subject from Group A (Social Studies 30 or 30-1 recommended) | |
Subject from Group A or C |
II. Nonmatriculated Applicants
Nonmatriculated applicants must present the competitive average for the program based on the following three courses:
Subject Requirements
English Language Arts 30-1 | |
Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 | |
Biology 30 |
Students must also meet other requirements for nonmatriculated application for the Faculty of Arts. See also §15.2.14 Subject Requirements (3) and (4) and Other Requirements (1) and (2).
III. Transfer Applicants
Please refer to §§14.2.1, 15.2.13 and 15.2.1(1).
15.2.13 Postsecondary Applicants
Readmission and Transfer: These regulations are for applicants with previous postsecondary education who want to apply for readmission to the Faculty after an absence, or to change programs within Arts, as well as those who wish to transfer from other faculties and other postsecondary institutions.
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Transfer from the Transition Year Program: See §14.1.3(2). | |||||||||||||||||||||
Applicants who have previously been required to withdraw (or equivalent by the standards of the Faculty of Arts, see §42.6(2) for details)
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Transfer credit: Transfer credit may be granted for coursework completed at a recognized postsecondary institution provided:
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15.2.14 Nonmatriculated Applicants
Subject Requirements
English Language Arts 30-1 or | |
Another 30-level subject from Group A, B, or C (or equivalent) | |
Presentation of Faculty minimum average on (1) and (2), and a competitive AGPA if any postsecondary-level coursework is presented. | |
Presentation of no more than |
Other Requirements
No failure of an academic course in the three years before the date of intended registration. | |
See general nonmatriculated requirements §14.3. | |
NMA applicants are not considered for admission to the BA major in Planning. |
15.2.15 Visiting Students
Students from other universities or colleges are eligible to be considered for admission to the Faculty of Arts as Visiting Students if
They are degree program students at their home institution; | |
Their home institution provides a letter of permission; | |
They have completed a minimum of | |
Their academic record shows satisfactory standing. |
Visiting student status is granted for up to 12 months from the initial confirmed registration. Visiting students must reapply each year and present a new letter of permission from their home institution.
Note: Arts students at this University who wish to attend another institution as a Visiting Student should refer to §42.2(3).
15.2.16 Aboriginal Applicants
See §14.1.
15.2.17 Special Students
Special students are those who have been permitted to register in one or more courses not being taken for credit toward a degree program. To be considered for admission as a Special Student in the Faculty of Arts, applicants must normally have received a university degree from an accredited postsecondary institution, must present a competitive admission grade point average, and meet English language proficiency requirements specified in §13.3. As the Faculty of Arts is a limited enrolment Faculty, priority in admission is given to applicants to degree programs.
