Open Studies
Credential: Course - no credential awarded
Length: Based on course(s)
International Students: Accepted
Available Intakes
Delivery options
On-Campus Day* - Your course activity is done in-person Monday - Friday, before 6 PM.
On-Campus Evening/Weekend - Your course activity is done in person on weekdays from 6 PM or later, or Saturdays and Sundays.
Online Day* - Your course activity is done online Monday - Friday, before 6 PM.
Online Evening/Weekend - Your course activity is done online on weekdays from 6 PM or later, or Saturdays and Sundays.
Online Flexible Delivery - Your course activity is not scheduled and therefore you can determine when to do the coursework.
Blended Delivery - Both On-Campus and Online - Some of your coursework will be in-person, on-campus and some will be done online.
* There may be circumstances that require some day delivery of classes to be scheduled into the evenings.
Please note due to the COVID-19 pandemic, these delivery options may shift from term to term. Please consult your program for details on delivery options.
Program length
Estimated program length is based on the recommended course load per semester as outlined in the Courses tab.
Actual program length will vary based on the number of courses registered in and successfully completed per semester.
Learn more about program length on SAIT Credentials and the Academic Calendar.
International Students
This program meets the eligibility criteria for the Post-Graduation Work Permit program for international students as long as the student is enrolled in the on-campus delivery mode or completes more than 50% of the courses on campus (for the blended option).
International students attending all classes online will NOT be eligible for a Post-Graduate Work Permit. International students are responsible for maintaining their eligibility throughout their studies.
International Students
This program is available to international students, however, program availability may be limited. This program does not meet the eligibility criteria for the Post-Graduation Work Permit program.
Program menu
Overview
Choose from a wide range of credit courses to explore your interests and aptitudes, enabling you to make better-informed program and career choices as you develop strong study skills and earn post-secondary credits.
This program allows you to design your studies around multidisciplinary interests or focus on one discipline area that interests you the most. Open Studies builds a well-rounded foundation for further education at SAIT with readily transferable courses.
If you choose to enter a certificate, diploma, applied degree or bachelor's degree program at SAIT, you can get course credit for up to 30 credits or 50% of the program's courses.
Is this program the right fit for me?
To be successful in this program, you should:
- invest your energy into your coursework and attend all your classes. Students who attend all of their classes do better on assignments and tests
- access free SAIT student services such as tutoring, learning strategy workshops, appointments with a learning strategist, and counselling
- review course listings and be prepared for the courses you are taking.
Credentials
No credential is awarded in Open Studies, however, credits obtained in this program may be applied toward certificate, diploma, applied degree and bachelor's degree programs at SAIT.
Why Open Studies?
Complete Open Studies courses in order to get a head start on your education, to reduce course load once in a credentialed program or to determine which career path best suits you.
You may also take courses for general interest or for personal or professional development.
Tuition
Domestic costs per course 2023/24
- 1.5 credit course: $342 - $492
- 3.0 credit course: $684 - $984
International costs per course 2023/24
- 1.5 credit course: $1,200 - $1,716
- 3.0 credit course: $2,400 - $3,432
All courses will be charged ancillary fees regardless of delivery method. Final costs are dependent on the number of course credits a student takes per semester.
Requirements
English proficiency is an institutional requirement at SAIT. It is a student’s responsibility to ensure that they have the necessary prerequisites for the courses they want to enroll in.
Why choose SAIT?
SAIT will focus on your future. Begin in Open Studies and explore curriculum from programs in our eight academic schools — business, construction, energy, health and public safety, hospitality and tourism, information and communications technologies, manufacturing and automation and transportation.
Admission requirements
Program requirements
All applicants, including those educated in Canada, must demonstrate English language proficiency.
You'll require a proficiency level equivalent to at least a Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment (CLBA) score of 7 or an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) band score of 5 in all categories.
When should you apply?
Visit our Apply page to see when applications open and close for upcoming semesters.
To see which semesters this program has intakes for, look at the Available Intakes information at the top of this page.
How to apply for Open Studies
Step 1: Apply to Open Studies and submit your transcripts.
Step 2: Ensure you meet the English language proficiency requirements and any prerequisites for courses you'd like to register in.
Step 3: Find out how to monitor your application status after you apply.
This program meets the eligibility criteria for the Post-Graduation Work Permit program for international students as long as the student is enrolled in the on-campus delivery mode or completes more than 50% of the courses on campus (for the blended option). International students attending all classes online will NOT be eligible for a Post-Graduate Work Permit. International students are responsible for maintaining their eligibility throughout their studies.
When do classes start?
Classes for this program adhere to the following year start and end dates based on the semester the student begins their program.
Classes begin | Year start date | Year end date |
---|---|---|
Fall 2022 | Sept. 6, 2022 | Aug. 18, 2023 |
Winter 2023 | Jan. 9, 2023 | Dec. 15, 2023 |
Spring 2023 | May 8, 2023 | April 26, 2024 |
Summer 2023 | July 4, 2023 | June 30, 2024 |
Fall 2023 | Sept. 5, 2023 | Aug. 16, 2024 |
Winter 2024 | Jan. 8, 2024 | Dec. 13, 2024 |
Spring 2024 | May 6, 2024 | April 25, 2025 |
Courses
To find the description for the courses shown below, please go to our course finder.
Note: To register in the following courses, students must be admitted into either the Open Studies Program or another academic program at SAIT.
*Course offerings are subject to change
Course code | Course name | Pre-requisites | Credits | Cost tier |
---|---|---|---|---|
ACCT-215 | Introductory Financial Accounting I | None | 3.0 | 1 |
ANPH-209 | Anatomy and Physiology | None | 3.0 | 1 |
BCMP-225 | Business Productivity Tools and Technology | None | 3.0 | 1 |
BFIN-255 | Personal Financial Planning | None | 3.0 | 1 |
BIOL-2220 | Organisms and their Relationships | None | 3.0 | 2 |
BLAW-300 | Business Law | None | 3.0 | 1 |
BMAT-230 | Business Mathematics | None | 3.0 | 1 |
COMM-209 | Business Communications | None | 1.5 | 3 |
COMM-238 | Technical Communications I | None | 3.0 | 1 |
COMM-256 | Professional Communications and Presentation Skills | None | 3.0 | 2 |
COMM-288 | Technical Communications II | COMM-238 | 3.0 | 1 |
COMM-300 | Intercultural Communications | None | 3.0 | 2 |
COMM-3310 | Presentations | COMN-220 OR COMM-1070 | 3.0 | 2 |
COMM-352 | Communicating in the Workplace | None | 1.5 | 1 |
COMM-363 | Workplace Communication Skills | None | 2.0 | 1 |
COMM-415 | Professional Communications | None | 1.5 | 1 |
COMN-220 | Communication and Presentation Skills | None | 3.0 | 1 |
COMN-280 | Communication and Presentation Skills II | None | 3 | 1 |
COMP-213 | Computing for Engineering Technology | None | 3.0 | 1 |
COMP-220 | Computer Fundamentals | None | 3.0 | 1 |
COMP-261 | Applied Digital Technologies | None | 1.5 | 1 |
COMP-264 | Introduction to Digital Productivity Applications | None | 1.5 | 1 |
COMP-267 | Introduction to Digital Productivity Applications and Web Design | None | 1.5 | 1 |
DYNA-265 | Dynamics | None | 1.5 | 1 |
ECON-250 | Microeconomics | None | 3.0 | 1 |
ECON-305 | Macroeconomics | None | 3.0 | 1 |
ENGL-205 | Grammar and Proofreading | None | 3.0 | 1 |
ENGL-1010 | Critical Reading and Writing | None | 3.0 | 2 |
ENGL-3370 | Comparative World Literature | COMN-220 OR COMM-1070 | 3.0 | 2 |
ENVS-2010 | Environmental Science for Sustainability | None | 3.0 | 2 |
HILA-200 | Health Information Law I | None | 1.5 | 3 |
HOSP-200 | Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism | None | 3.0 | 1 |
INFC-215 | Infection Prevention and Control | None | 1.5 | 1 |
LEGA-205 | Keyboard Skill Building | None | 3.0 | 1 |
LEGL-200 | Introduction to Law | None | 3.0 | 1 |
LEGL-210 | Corporate Law | None | 3.0 | 1 |
LEGL-260 | Litigation Law I | None | 3.0 | 1 |
LEGL-270 | Real Estate Law I | LEGA-205 and LEGL-200 | 3.0 | 1 |
LIBR-235 | Library Information Services I | LIBR-200 | 3.0 | 1 |
LIBR-251 | Integrated Library Technology | COMP-220 and LIBR-200 | 3.0 | 1 |
LIBR-297 | Library Operations | LIBR-200 | 3.0 | 1 |
LIBR-315 | Services Children and Young Adults | LIBR-200 | 1.5 | 1 |
LIBR-330 | Storytelling | LIBR-200 | 1.5 | 1 |
LIBR-335 | Library Information Services II | LIBR-235 | 3.0 | 1 |
LIBR-349 | Library and Information Technology Project I | LIBR-200 | 1.5 | 1 |
LIBR-399 | Library and Information Technology Project II | LIBR-200 | 1.5 | 1 |
MATH-262 | Technical Mathematics I | None | 3.0 | 1 |
MATH-237 | Mathematics for Technologists | None | 3.0 | 1 |
MATH-238 | Math for Engineering & Tech I | None | 3.0 | 1 |
MATH-280 | Calculus for Technologists | None | 3.0 | 1 |
MATH-288 | Mathematics for Engineering & Technology II | MATH-238 | 3.0 | 1 |
MATH-1011 | Technical Mathematics I | None | 3 | 1 |
MEDL-354 | Medical Laboratory Technology Quality Management | None | 1.5 | 1 |
MEDT-211 | Medical Terminology I | None | 1.5 | 1 |
MEDT-250 | Medical Terminology II | ANPH-209 and MEDT-211 OR ANPH-220 | 1.5 | 1 |
MKTG-260 | Marketing Essentials | None | 3.0 | 1 |
MKTG-275 | Creating Your Personal Brand | None | 3.0 | 1 |
MKTG-360 | Library Marketing | LIBR-200 and LIBR-297 | 1.5 | 1 |
MNGT-200 | Introduction to Business | None | 3.0 | 1 |
MNGT-250 | Organizational Behaviour | None | 3.0 | 1 |
MNGT-255 | Introduction to Management | None | 3.0 | 1 |
PATH-242 | Pathophysiology I | None | 3.0 | 1 |
PATH-252 | Pathophysiology II | PATH-242 and ONE of ANPH-209 OR ANPH-220 | 3.0 | 1 |
PHIL-241 PHIL-1011 |
Critical Thinking | None | 3.0 | 1 |
PHIL-3010 | Ethics | None | 3.0 | 2 |
PREP-200 | Academic Preparation and Career Exploration | None | 3.0 | 1 |
PROF-201 | Professional Practice I | None | 3.0 | 1 |
PROF-240 | Healthcare Professionalism | None | 1.5 | 3 |
PHYS-235 | Engineering Physics | None | 2.0 | 1 |
SCIE-2230 | Science of Health and Wellness | None | 3.0 | 2 |
SCIE-2240 | Science of Past Present Future | None | 3.0 | 2 |
SOCI-3060 | Technology and Society | None | 3.0 | 2 |
SOCI-3340 | Society and the Workplace | None | 3.0 | 2 |
SOCI-3380 | Conformity and Deviance in the Workplace | None | 3.0 | 2 |
STAT-245 | Statistics for Engineering and Technology I | None | 3.0 | 1 |
STAT-270 | Quantitative Methods | None | 3.0 | 1 |
STAT-4010 | Research Methods | None | 3.0 | 2 |
STCS-255 | Engineering Statics | None | 1.5 | 1 |
View courses sorted by school and program
*For course credits, cost tier, and pre-requisites please refer to the All Courses accordion.
Bachelor of Applied Technology Petroleum Engineering | |
COMM-405 | Industrial Communications |
Chemical Engineering Technology | |
COMM-256 | Professional Communications and Presentation Skills |
COMP-220 | Computer Fundamentals |
MATH-238 | Math for Engineering & Tech I |
MATH-288 | Mathematics for Engineering & Technology II |
STAT-245 | Statistics for Engineering and Technology I |
Chemical Laboratory Technology | |
COMM-238 | Technical Communications I |
COMP-261 | Applied Digital Technologies |
MATH-237 | Mathematics for Technologists |
Electrical Engineering Technology | |
COMM-238 | Technical Communications I |
COMM-288 | Technical Communications II |
COMP-213 | Computing for Engineering Technology |
MATH-237 | Mathematics for Technologists |
MATH-280 | Calculus for Technologies |
Electronics Engineering Technology | |
COMM-256 | Professional Communications and Presentation Skills |
MATH-237 | Mathematics for Technologists |
MATH-280 | Calculus for Technologies |
Energy Asset Management | |
COMM-256 | Professional Communications and Presentation Skills |
MNGT-250 | Organizational Behaviour |
Environmental Technology | |
COMM-238 | Technical Communications I |
COMM-261 | Applied Digital Technologies |
MATH-237 | Mathematics for Technologists |
Instrumentation Engineering Technology | |
COMM-238 | Technical Communications I |
COMP-261 | Applied Digital Technologies |
MATH-238 | Math for Engineering & Tech I |
MATH-288 | Mathematics for Engineering & Technology II |
STAT-245 | Statistics for Engineering and Technology I |
Integrated Water Management | |
COMM-256 | Professional Communications and Presentation Skills |
Land Analyst | |
COMM-256 | Professional Communications and Presentation Skills |
Petroleum Engineering Technology | |
COMM-256 | Professional Communications and Presentation Skills |
MATH-238 | Math for Engineering & Tech I |
MATH-288 | Mathematics for Engineering & Technology II |
STAT-245 | Statistics for Engineering and Technology I |
Power Engineering Technology | |
COMM-238 | Technical Communications I |
COMP-261 | Applied Digital Technologies |
MATH-238 | Math for Engineering & Tech I |
MATH-288 | Mathematics for Engineering & Technology II |
Power and Process Operation | |
COMM-352 | Communicating in the Workplace |
COMP-261 | Applied Digital Technologies |
Water and Wastewater Treatment Operations | |
COMP-261 | Applied Digital Technologies |
*For course credits, cost tier, and pre-requisites please refer to the All Courses accordion.
Accounting | |
ACCT-215 | Introductory Financial Accounting I |
BCMP-225 | Business Productivity Tools and Technology |
COMN-220 | Communication and Presentation Skills |
MNGT-200 | Introduction to Business |
STAT-270 | Quantitative Methods |
Administrative Information Management | |
COMN-220 | Communication and Presentation Skills |
MNGT-250 | Organizational Behaviour |
Bachelor of Business Administration | |
ACCT-215/1010 | Introductory Financial Accounting I |
BCMP-225/1225 | Business Productivity Tools and Technology |
BFIN-255/1255 | Personal Financial Planning |
BIOL-2220 | Organisms and their Relationships |
BLAW-300/2030 | Business Law |
BMAT-230/1040 | Business Mathematics |
COMM-3310 | Presentations |
COMN-220/1070 | Communication and Presentation Skills |
ECON-250/1010 | Microeconomics |
ECON-305/1110 | Macroeconomics |
ENGL-1010 | Critical Reading and Writing |
ENGL-3370 | Comparative World Literature |
ENVS-2010 | Environmental Science for Sustainability |
MKTG-260/1060 | Marketing Essentials |
MKTG-275/1275 | Creating Your Personal Brand |
MNGT-200/1200 | Introduction to Business |
MNGT-250/2250 | Organizational Behaviour |
MNGT-255/1255 | Introduction to Management |
PHIL-241/1011 | Critical Thinking |
PHIL-3010 | Ethics |
SCIE-2230 | Science of Health and Wellness |
SCIE-2240 | Science of Past Present Future |
SCMT-255/1255 | Introduction to Supply Chain Management |
SOCI-3060 | Technology and Society |
SOCI-3340 | Society and the Workplace |
SOCI-3380 | Conformity and Deviance in the Workplace |
STAT-270/2040 | Quantitative Methods |
STAT-4010 | Research Methods |
Business Administration | |
ACCT-215 | Introductory Financial Accounting I |
BCMP-225 | Business Productivity Tools and Technology |
BFIN-225 | Personal Financial Planning |
BLAW-300 | Business Law |
BMAT-230 | Business Mathematics |
COMN-220 | Communication and Presentation Skills |
ECON-250 | Microeconomics |
ECON-305 | Macroeconomics |
MKTG-260 | Marketing Essentials |
MKTG-275 | Creating Your Personal Brand |
MNGT-200 | Introduction to Business |
MNGT-255 | Introduction to Management |
MNGT-250 | Organizational Behaviour |
MNGT-255 | Introduction to Management |
PHIL-241 | Critical Thinking |
SCMT-255 | Introduction to Supply Chain Management |
STAT-270 | Quantitative Methods |
Business and Entrepreneurship | |
ACCT-215 | Introductory Financial Accounting I |
BCMP-225 | Business Productivity Tools and Technology |
BLAW-300 | Business Law |
BMAT-230 | Business Mathematics |
COMN-220 | Communication and Presentation Skills |
ECON-305 | Macroeconomics |
MKTG-260 | Marketing Essentials |
MNGT-200 | Introduction to Business |
MNGT-250 | Organizational Behaviour |
MNGT-255 | Introduction to Management |
Community Economic Development | |
ACCT-215 | Introductory Financial Accounting I |
COMN-220 | Communication and Presentation Skills |
ECON-305 | Macroeconomics |
MKTG-260 | Marketing Essentials |
MNGT-250 | Organizational Behaviour |
Information Records Management | |
COMM-256 | Professional Communications and Presentation Skills |
MGMT-244 | Fundamentals of Information and Records Management |
International Business Management | |
COMM-300 | Intercultural Communications |
Legal Assistant | |
ENGL-205 | Grammar and Proofreading |
LEGA-205 | Keyboard Skill Building |
LEGL-200 | Introduction to Law |
LEGL-210 | Corporate Law |
LEGL-260 | Litigation Law I |
LEGL-270 | Real Estate Law I |
MNGT-250 | Organizational Behaviour |
Library Information Technology | |
COMM-352 | Communicating in the Workplace |
COMN-220 | Communication and Presentation Skills |
COMP-220 | Computer Fundamentals |
LIBR-200 | Introduction to Libraries |
LIBR-235 | Library Information Services I |
LIBR-251 | Integrated Library Technology |
LIBR-297 | Library Operations |
LIBR-315 | Services Children and Young Adults |
LIBR-330 | Storytelling |
LIBR-335 | Library Information Services II |
LIBR-349 | Library and Information Technology Project I |
LIBR-399 | Library and Information Technology Project II |
MGMT-244 | Fundamentals of Information and Records Management |
Management and Leadership | |
ACCT-215 | Introductory Financial Accounting I |
BMAT-230 | Business Mathematics |
MNGT-250 | Organizational Behaviour |
MNGT-255 | Introduction to Management |
PHIL-241 | Critical Thinking |
STAT-270 | Quantitative Methods |
Marketing | |
BCMP-225 | Business Productivity Tools and Technology |
COMN-220 | Communication and Presentation Skills |
MKTG-260 | Marketing Essentials |
MNGT-200 | Introduction to Business |
Office Professional | |
COMN-220 | Communication and Presentation Skills |
*For course credits, cost tier, and pre-requisites please refer to the All Courses accordion.
Architectural Technologies | |
COMM-238 | Technical Communications I |
MATH-262 | Technical Communications I |
STAT-245 | Statistics for Engineering and Technology I |
Bachelor of Applied Technology Geographic Information Systems | |
COMM-415 | Professional Communications |
Bachelor of Science Construction Project Management | |
BIOL-2220 | Organisms and their Relationships |
BLAW-300/2030 | Business Law |
COMN-220/1070 | Communication and Presentation Skills |
ECON-250/1010 | Microeconomics |
ECON-305/1110 | Macroeconomics |
ENGL-1010 | Critical Reading and Writing |
ENVS-2010 | Environmental Science for Sustainability |
PHIL-241/1011 | Critical Thinking |
PHIL-3010 | Ethics |
SCIE-2230 | Science of Health and Wellness |
SCIE-2240 | Science of Past Present Future |
SOCI-3060 | Technology and Society |
SOCI-3340 | Society and the Workplace |
SOCI-3380 | Conformity and Deviance in the Workplace |
STAT-4010 | Research Methods |
Civil Engineering Technology | |
COMM-238 | Technical Communications I |
COMP-261 | Applied Digital Technologies |
MATH-238 | Math for Engineering & Tech I |
STAT-245 | Statistics for Engineering and Technology I |
Geomatics Engineering Technology | |
COMM-238 | Technical Communications I |
COMP-220 | Computer Fundamentals |
MATH-238 | Math for Engineering & Tech I |
MATH-288 | Mathematics for Engineering & Technology II |
*For course credits, cost tier, and pre-requisites please refer to the All Courses accordion.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography | |
ANPH-209 | Anatomy and Physiology |
INFC-215 | Infection Prevention and Control |
MEDT-211 | Medical Terminology I |
Dental Assisting | |
INFC-215 | Infection Prevention and Control |
Fitness and Wellness Management | |
ACCT-215 | Introductory Financial Accounting I |
ANPH-209 | Anatomy and Physiology |
COMP-261 | Applied Digital Technologies |
PROF-240 | Health Care Professionalism |
Health Information Management | |
COMP-264 | Introduction to Digital Productivity Applications |
HILA-200 | Health Information Law I |
MEDT-250 | Medical Terminology II |
PATH-242 | Pathophysiology I |
PATH-252 | Pathophysiology II |
PROF-240 | Healthcare Professionalism |
Medical Laboratory Assistant | |
INFC-215 | Infection Prevention and Control |
PROF-201 | Professional Practice I |
Medical Laboratory Technology | |
ANPH-209 | Anatomy and Physiology |
INFC-215 | Infection Prevention and Control |
MEDL-354 | Medical Laboratory Technology Quality Management |
PROF-201 | Professional Practice I |
Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk | |
COMP-264 | Introduction to Digital Productivity Applications |
HILA-200 | Health Information Law I |
MEDT-211 | Medical Terminology I |
Medical Radiological Technology | |
INFC-215 | Infection Prevention and Control |
MEDT-211 | Medical Terminology I |
Nuclear Medicine Technology | |
INFC-215 | Infection Prevention and Control |
Optician | |
COMP-264 | Introduction to Digital Productivity Applications |
PROF-240 | Healthcare Professionalism |
Pharmacy Assistant | |
PROF-240 | Healthcare Professionalism |
Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant | |
ANPH-209 | Anatomy and Physiology |
*For course credits, cost tier, and pre-requisites please refer to the All Courses accordion.
Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management | |
BIOL-2220 | Organisms and their Relationships |
ENGL-1010 | Critical Reading and Writing |
ENGL-3370 | Comparative World Literature |
ENVS-2010 | Environmental Science for Sustainability |
HOSP-200 | Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism |
PHIL-241/1011 | Critical Thinking |
PHIL-3010 | Ethics |
SCIE-2230 | Science of Health and Wellness |
SCIE-2240 | Science of Past Present Future |
SOCI-3060 | Technology and Society |
SOCI-3340 | Society and the Workplace |
SOCI 3380 | Conformity and Deviance in the Workplace |
STAT 270/2040 | Quantitative Methods |
STAT 4010 | Research Methodologies |
Hospitality and Tourism Management | |
ECON-250 | Microeconomics |
HOSP-200 | Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism |
*For course credits, cost tier, and pre-requisites please refer to the All Courses accordion.
Mechanical Engineering Technology | |
COMM-256 | Professional Communications and Presentation Skills |
COMP-213 | Computing for Engineering Technology |
DYNA-265 | Dynamics |
MATH-238 | Math for Engineering & Tech I |
MATH-288 | Mathematics for Engineering & Technology II |
STAT-245 | Statistics for Engineering and Technology I |
STCS-255 | Engineering Statics |
Welding Technician | |
COMM-209 | Business Communications |
Welding Engineering Technology | |
COMM-256 | Professional Communications and Presentation Skills |
COMP-220 | Computer Fundamentals |
MATH-238 | Math for Engineering & Tech I |
MATH-288 | Mathematics for Engineering & Technology II |
STAT-245 | Statistics for Engineering and Technology I |
STCS-255 | Engineering Statics |
PHYS-235 | Engineering Physics |
*For course credits, cost tier, and pre-requisites please refer to the All Courses accordion.
Automotive Service Technology | |
COMM-238 | Technical Communications I |
MNGT-200 | Introduction to Business |
Business Administration Automotive Management | |
ACCT-215 | Introductory Financial Accounting I |
BLAW-300 | Business Law |
BMAT-230 | Business Mathematics |
COMM-256 | Professional Communications and Presentation Skills |
COMP-220 | Business Computers |
ECON-250 | Microeconomics |
ECON-305 | Macroeconomics |
MKTG-260 | Marketing Essentials |
MNGT-250 | Organizational Behaviour |
STAT-270 | Quantitative Methods |
Diesel Equipment Technician | |
COMM-209 | Business Communications |
*For course credits, cost tier, and pre-requisites please refer to the All Courses accordion.
Information Systems Security | |
COMM-256 | Professional Communications and Presentation Skills |
STAT-245 | Statistics for Engineering and Technology I |
Information Technology Services | |
COMM-238 | Technical Communications I |
MATH-237 | Mathematics for Technologists |
PHIL-241 | Critical Thinking |
Radio, Television and Broadcast News | |
COMP-267 | Introduction to Digital Productivity Applications and Web Design |
Software Development | |
COMM-238 | Technical Communications I |
MATH-237 | Mathematics for Technologists |
PHIL-241 | Critical Thinking |
Costs 2023/24
Tuition and fees
The following costs are effective as of July 1, 2023.
See the credit amount and cost tier of each class on the courses listing.
Domestic cost per course
Course credits | Tier 1 course | Tier 2 course | Tier 3 course |
---|---|---|---|
1.5 | $342 | $405 | $492 |
3.0 | $684 | $810 | $984 |
International cost per course
Course credits | Tier 1 course | Tier 2 course | Tier 3 course |
---|---|---|---|
1.5 | $1,200 | $1,419 | $1,716 |
3.0 | $2,400 | $2,838 | $3,432 |
*To learn more about who pays which rates, visit the domestic and international fee tables.
What your SAIT fees pay for
Student support fee: supports student services and resources to help you succeed throughout your academic career, including services such as Career Advancement Services, and Student Development and Counselling.
Student technology fee: supports improvements to cybersecurity to protect student and institutional information, access to learning material outside the classroom, and technology to enhance the student experience.
Campus recreation fee: supports the provision of recreation and fitness facilities, movement classes, wellness programs, student events, intermural activities, varsity sports programs, and a variety of student engagement initiatives offered throughout the academic year. Exemptions to recreation fees are made in some circumstances.
Upass: provides you with unlimited access to Calgary Transit. Ineligible students are not required to pay this fee. Learn more about eligibility requirements.
Lab and materials fees: ensures SAIT labs and living classrooms have the required equipment and materials to support the necessary training for students.
Laundry fee: covers the cost of laundering the required uniforms. Applicable only to certain programs and apprenticeships.
Saitsa fees: supports the student-led, non-profit organization representing students. Fees support the operation of a variety of student services, activities, and programming.
Health and dental fees: provides access to thousands of dollars in coverage for prescription medication, dental treatments, paramedical services, and multiple other benefits. Domestic students with existing health and dental coverage may opt out. Find more details at saitsa.com/benefits.
Fees
Your fees are calculated based on the number of course credits you take per semester (approximately 16 weeks of study). In most cases, your fee is determined based on whether you're taking more or less than nine (9) course credits (more than nine credits in a semester are considered full-time studies.)
Fees are adjusted for programs with start dates outside of the typical 15-week program.
Learn more about what your fees are for
Fees are subject to change without notice.
Fees | < 9 credits per semester | > 9 credits per semester |
SAIT fees | ||
Campus athletic and recreation | $51.50 | $103 |
Student support fee | $52.75 | $105.50 |
Student technology fee | $52.75 | $105.50 |
UPass* | N/A | $160 |
Total | $157 | $474 |
Saitsa fees | ||
Student association fee** | $16.23/credit | $146 |
Health plan*** | N/A | $86 ($172 annually) |
Dental plan*** | N/A | $79 ($158 annually) |
Total | $311 maximum | $476 |
*Additional eligibility requirements apply for students to obtain a UPass. To check your eligibility, visit our Upass page.
**Saitsa fees are paid per credit to a maximum amount of $146 per semester.
***Health and dental fees are charged per semester to an annual maximum amount of $172 for health and $158 for dental. In most cases, program fees quoted are based on students paying for a full year of health and dental coverage. International students are charged these fees regardless of course load. Domestic students with existing health and/or dental plans can opt-out. Learn more at saitsa.com/benefits.
Books and supplies*
Costs associated with the required books and supplies vary by course.
For an estimate of the costs associated with purchasing a computer that meets the program's hardware and software requirements, see our computers and laptops page.
Learn more about your tuition and financial aid options
*Tuition, fees, books and supply costs are subject to change.
Next steps for incoming students
Have you been accepted to this program? Here's what you'll need for your first day of classes.
Orientation
How to register for classes
Course registration opens on March 1 through March 15 for Spring 2023.
You’ll receive an email from us indicating what registration process you’ll use to enroll in your classes.
Learn more about how to register and the different registration methods used at SAIT.
Computers and laptops
This is a bring your own device program with a standard hardware and software requirement. See the specific requirements on our computers and laptops page.
Preparation courses
To support your success, short courses are available to you to help prepare you for the academic year:
PERS 050: Student Rights and Responsibilities
This course is designed to introduce you to student rights and responsibilities at SAIT. You will learn about SAIT's rich and diverse community, become familiar with guidelines and procedures that create a safe, respectful learning experience for you, and gain practical tips for how you can engage in the SAIT community in a positive and responsible way. PRES-050 must be completed within 30 days from the start of the semester.
PREP 100: The SAIT Experience
Get tips and insider information on time management, exam preparation, effective notetaking and more through this free, online short course for new students. Plus, learn about discussion boards, online communication and submitting assignments online. Course completion is recommended by the end of your first semester.
Both courses can be accessed through Brightspace (D2L) before the first day of classes.
Students taking a full-time course load, or more than nine (9) credits per semester, will be automatically enrolled in these courses.
They are optional for students taking a part-time course load (9 or fewer credits per semester). Part-time students can register by emailing academic.coaching@sait.ca.
Required textbooks
Find your booklist on the SAIT Bookstore's website. The fall booklists will be available closer to the program start date.
Can't find your program or course? The bookstore didn't receive a textbook list. Contact your program directly to determine if they're still refining course details or if you're in luck, no textbook is required this term.
Contact
Email: open.studies@sait.ca
Academic chair
Sandie Cheney, Academic Chair
Email: sandie.cheney@sait.ca
Next steps for all students
Here's what else you'll need to do to get ready!
Next steps for accepted students
Important dates and deadlines
Find important dates applicable to all students, including your transcript and tuition payment deadlines on our Important Dates page.
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