Post Diploma Student

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.

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Location:

Duration:

110 hours per full credit course, 55 hours for half credit courses

Format:

In Person, Independent Study

Certification:

Upgraded courses for entry into post-secondary education

Dates:

June 8, 2026

September 7, 2027


Enrolment Periods

  • In-class: Sept to Dec, Jan to April, and/or May to June
  • Independent study: continuous enrolment throughout the academic year

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.

Program Schedule

Course IDCourse NameCredits
ALC.1001Applying Information and Communication Technology 1, 15F0.5
ALC.1002Applying Information and Communication Technology 2, 15F0.5
ALC.1111Refresher English and Composition0.5
ALC.1115Introduction to High School Mathematics1.0
ALC.1120Introduction to High School English Language Arts (ELA)1.0
ALC.1310Refresher Mathematics0.5
ALC.1821Keyboarding 25S1.0
ALC.2000Introduction to Applied and Pre-calculus 20S1.0
ALC.2110English 20F1.0
ALC.2315Essential Mathematics 20S1.0
ALC.2500Science 20F1.0
ALC.3110English 30S – Comprehensive1.0
ALC 3120English 30S – Transactional1.0
ALC.3315Essential Mathematics 30S1.0
ALC.3320Mathematics Applied 30S1.0
ALC.3330Mathematics Pre-calculus1.0
ALC.3520Biology 30S1.0
ALC.3530Chemistry 20S1.0
ALC.3610History of Canada 30F1.0
ALC.3820Computer Applications 31G1.0
ALC.4110English 40S – Comprehensive1.0
ALC.4120English 40S – Transactional1.0
ALC.4315Essential Mathematics 40S1.0
ALC.4320Mathematics Applied 40S1.0
ALC.4330Mathematics Pre-calculus 40S1.0
ALC.4520Biology 40S1.0
ALC.4350Chemistry 40S1.0
ALC.4540Physics 40S1.0
ALC.4640Current Topics in First Nations, Metis and Inuit Studies 40S1.0
ALC.4650Credit for Employment 40G1.0
ALC.4655Credit for Employment 40G0.5
ALC.4925Career Development: Life/Working Transitioning 40S1.0
ALC.4935Career Development: Life/Working Transitioning0.5

Admissions

Requirements

  • High School Diploma

Estimated Cost

Minimal program fees.

Application Fee
– Domestic Student Application Fee: $50

Important Dates and Deadlines

Program Start Date

June 8, 2026


Program End Date

September 7, 2027