Post Diploma Program

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For students with a high school diploma seeking high school credits for admission to a post-secondary program.

Duration:110 hours per full credit course, 55 hours for half credit courses
Format:In Person, Independent Study
Dates:June 8, 2026 - September 7, 2027
Certification:Upgraded courses for entry into post-secondary education

Program Overview

The Post Diploma Program at University College of the North provides learners who already hold a high school diploma with the opportunity to take or upgrade high school-level courses required for admission into post-secondary programs.

Why Study Post Diploma Program at UCN?

  • Strengthen Academic Readiness: Build confidence and refresh essential skills in core subject areas such as English, mathematics, and science to prepare for success in further studies.

Career Outcomes and Community

Career Pathways

Expand your training & education opportunities with courses required for degree or non-degree studies

Alumni & Student Spotlights

Program Schedule

Course ID Course Name Credits
ALC.1001 Applying Information and Communication Technology 1, 15F 0.5
ALC.1002 Applying Information and Communication Technology 2, 15F 0.5
ALC.1111 Refresher English and Composition 0.5
ALC.1115 Introduction to High School Mathematics 1.0
ALC.1120 Introduction to High School English Language Arts (ELA) 1.0
ALC.1310 Refresher Mathematics 0.5
ALC.1821 Keyboarding 25S 1.0
ALC.2000 Introduction to Applied and Pre-calculus 20S 1.0
ALC.2110 English 20F 1.0
ALC.2315 Essential Mathematics 20S 1.0
ALC.2500 Science 20F 1.0
ALC.3110 English 30S – Comprehensive 1.0
ALC 3120 English 30S – Transactional 1.0
ALC.3315 Essential Mathematics 30S 1.0
ALC.3320 Mathematics Applied 30S 1.0
ALC.3330 Mathematics Pre-calculus 1.0
ALC.3520 Biology 30S 1.0
ALC.3530 Chemistry 20S 1.0
ALC.3610 History of Canada 30F 1.0
ALC.3820 Computer Applications 31G 1.0
ALC.4110 English 40S – Comprehensive 1.0
ALC.4120 English 40S – Transactional 1.0
ALC.4315 Essential Mathematics 40S 1.0
ALC.4320 Mathematics Applied 40S 1.0
ALC.4330 Mathematics Pre-calculus 40S 1.0
ALC.4520 Biology 40S 1.0
ALC.4350 Chemistry 40S 1.0
ALC.4540 Physics 40S 1.0
ALC.4640 Current Topics in First Nations, Metis and Inuit Studies 40S 1.0
ALC.4650 Credit for Employment 40G 1.0
ALC.4655 Credit for Employment 40G 0.5
ALC.4925 Career Development: Life/Working Transitioning 40S 1.0
ALC.4935 Career Development: Life/Working Transitioning 0.5

Admissions

Requirements

High School Diploma

Estimated Cost

Minimal program fees

Application Fee

  • Domestic Student Application Fee: $50

Important Dates and Deadlines

  • In-class: Sept to Dec, Jan to April, and/or May to June
  • Independent study: continuous enrolment throughout the academic year
  • Program Start Date
    June 8, 2026
  • Program End Date
    September 7, 2027

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