Two-Year University Transfer Program:

For the most current university program and transfer information, please see the Academic Advising homepage. Click on Academic Planning Guides.

Elementary or high school teacher (with certification)

Graduate school (continued studies)

Research and development

• medical schools
• research institutes
• government agencies
• private companies
• universities

Public service

• park service
• field biologists

RDC offers the first one or two years of study toward a degree in biological sciences at Alberta universities. Details of the University of Alberta, University of Calgary, and The University of Lethbridge programs are given below.

The courses offered in this program can be transferred in full to most universities. The courses you select must meet the program requirements of the university chosen. You should be prepared to choose a major within the biological sciences.

A transfer student may obtain up to 2 full years credit in Biological Sciences at U of A, U of C, or U of L.  (See the Alberta Transfer Guide.)

Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.

1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:

1. Biology 30
2. Chemistry 30
3. ELA 30-1
4. Mathematics 30-1
5. Subject from Group A, B, OR C (Physics 30 or Mathematics 31 strongly recommended)

OR

2. Mature Student

You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:

1. Biology 30
2. Chemistry 30
3. ELA 30-1
4. Mathematics 30-1

Note: In addition to the program admission requirements applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate English language proficiency.