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Foundation of Program International

MacEwan University

Edmonton, Canada
1 year
English
On campus
Foundation

About the program

A pathway programme for international students who need English or high school courses before a diploma or degree.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: no
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied understanding of Program International. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.

Career outcomes

Further study (diploma or degree programme)

Curriculum

Individual education plan
Up to three courses per term
Combining English as an Additional Language courses
Academic Upgrading high school courses and possibly one or two undergraduate-level courses
Plus the required Foundation course FOUN 101 on transition to post-secondary study in Canada. Intended length is one year (three terms)
Varying with missing requirements.

Entry requirements

Academic

For applicants lacking English proficiency or some high school courses
An advisor builds an education plan
Placement test may apply.

Accepted academic background

Applicants lacking the English proficiency or some high school courses needed for a MacEwan diploma or degree, An advisor builds an education plan, May need a placement test.

Language tests

IELTS 5.5 (no skill below 4.5)
TOEFL iBT 52
Duolingo 85 (other tests case by case)

Documents you’ll need

English Language Test Results (if applicable).

How to apply

Check Foundation Program International requirements and deadlines (Fall May 1
Winter October 1
Spring/Summer January 30). Apply through ApplyAlberta (110 CAD application fee). Provide transcripts and English results (Duolingo 85
IELTS 5.5
TOEFL iBT 52). Meet an advisor who builds your education plan. A placement test may apply. Accept the offer and pay the confirmation deposit. Apply for a study permit with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$16,938 CAD
Application fee	$110 CAD
Deposit	$1,000 CAD

Program details

Campus	City Centre Campus
Faculty or school	School of Continuing Education
Department	Program International
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
169 days left
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
1 Oct 2027
322 days left
Program starts
May 2028
Apply by
30 Jan 2028
443 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.