Athabasca University

What you'll study

The curriculum provides breadth across multiple scientific areas, including:

• architecture
• biology
• chemistry
• computing and information systems
• environmental science
• geosciences
• health and nutrition
• mathematics and statistics
• physics and astronomy

Core studies include scientific reasoning plus ethics, science, technology and the environment. Like other BSc programs, some courses include laboratory components; AU provides home lab kits and virtual labs for flexibility, and condenses required on‑site labs so multiple sessions can be completed in a single visit. Senior students may take discipline‑specific research project courses supervised by an advisor.

Entry requirements

There are no formal academic admission requirements for the general route; applicants must be at least 16 years old and may enrol at any time. A post‑diploma route is available for holders of a recognized 2‑ or 3‑year science or computing diploma, or members of recognized Canadian technical societies—these students may receive a block transfer of at least 30 credits and up to 60 credits depending on prior study and documentation of currency in the field.

Career prospects

The program is intended to prepare graduates for a range of science‑based roles or further study. AU positions the degree as transferable to pre‑professional programs (for example, pre‑medicine, pre‑dentistry, pre‑veterinary) provided students confirm required course selection with the receiving institution. Reported graduate outcomes indicate strong employment and income measures for alumni.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Athabasca University offers multiple funding and award options and provides program cost estimates in the University Calendar. Tuition is charged course‑by‑course after an initial application fee; course fees vary by location and other factors. Prospective students should explore AU’s financial aid and awards pages and check estimated program costs before enrolment.