BSc

Agriculture

Learn more about studying Agriculture as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    19,868CAD
  • Start date
    Sep
  • University ranking
    #94

Program overview

What the University of Alberta says about their program:

Agriculture is a programme offered at University of Alberta. The programme provides a structured pathway for students who want to study this subject area in a higher education setting.

Delivered as part of the broader academic offering at University of Alberta, Agriculture is designed to support students through a balanced mix of taught content and applied learning. The programme aims to build subject knowledge alongside transferable skills that students can carry into further study or work.

Students enrolled on Agriculture benefit from the wider learning environment at University of Alberta, including the academic support and student services available across the institution. The programme is intended to give a clear, supported route through the chosen field of study.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • International applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • The minimum GPA requirement varies depending on the program and is typically between 2.5 and 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • International applicants must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • The minimum GPA requirement varies depending on the program and is typically between 3.0 and 3.5 on a 4.0 scale

English proficiency

  • IELTS

    At least 6.5 with no band less than 6.0

  • TOEFL

    At least 90 with a minimum score of 21 points in each section

  • PTE Academic

    At least 61, with no less than 60 in each communicative skill

  • Cambridge (CAE)

    At least 180 on the C1 Advanced, with no less than 170 in each skill

  • Duolingo

    120 for English Language Proficiency, with no subscore below 100

  • CAEL

    A score of at least 70, with no band less than 60

English proficiency waivers

  • Possession of a degree or its academic equivalent from an institution recognized by the University of Alberta and where the language of instruction is English. Proof that the instruction for the degree was in English will be required

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English Proficiency
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Scholarships at University of Alberta

  • Entrance Scholarships

    Official page

    University of Alberta awards entrance scholarships to incoming undergraduates and states it administers substantial undergraduate scholarship, award and financial support funding.

  • International Entrance Scholarships

    Official page

    University of Alberta lists undergraduate international entrance scholarships and notes application-based scholarships have a January 10 deadline.

  • International Supplementary Bursary

    Official page

    Need-based bursary program providing funds for international undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate a financial shortfall.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    From CAD$29,200 to CAD$37,842 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    From CAD$11,410 to CAD$40,290 per year

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What is the cost of living near University of Alberta?

Category Cost  (in Canadian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,677
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,294
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$276
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$89
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$102
Monthly grocery basket$384
Books and study supplies (monthly)$100
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$18
Gym membership$66

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced), edmonton.ca (Official statistics) and ualberta.ca (University published).

Visa requirements for the University of Alberta

Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Canada student visa requirements