Graduate Application

Application procedures differ from program to program. Review the procedures specific to the program you wish to apply for before beginning an application.

Centre for Distance Education

• Doctor of Education in Distance Education
• Master of Education in Distance Education
• Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Distance Education Technology
• Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Instructional Design
• Post-Baccalaureeate Certificate in Instructional Design
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Technology-Based Learning

Centre for Innovative Management

• Doctorate in Business Administration
• Master of Business Administration

Centre for Integrated Studies

• Master of Arts – Integrated Studies
• Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Heritage Resources Management
• Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Legislative Drafting

Centre for Nursing and Health Studies

• Master of Health Studies
• Master of Nursing
• Post-Masters Diploma: Advanced Nursing Practice

Graduate Centre for Applied Psychology

• Master of Counselling
• Port-Baccalaureate Certificate: Counselling
• Post-Masters Certificate in Counselling

School of Computing and Information Systems

• Master of Science - Information Systems

Application Process

The application procedure typically includes a number of components. This is a general guide only, and you should follow the specific procedures for the program for which you are applying.

1. Request approval to start an application (if required)
2. Fill out the general AU Graduate Application Form
3. Complete a program-specific application form (available either as part of the application or on the program website).
4. If necessary, arrange for official transcripts to be sent directly from post-secondary institutions you have previously attended.
5. Gather and complete other materials required by the Centre you are applying to. Types of information that may be requested include a résumé, biography, questionnaires, or letters of reference.

Once you are enrolled as an AU graduate student, follow these steps to register for courses:

1. Review the requirements of your academic program and choose your courses. If you need help in deciding which courses to choose, contact the Centre to inquire about academic advising.
2. Log in to myAU using your student ID number and click on Register for a Course. Register for the courses you've chosen.
3. Pay your course fees.

You’ll receive confirmation of your course registration within two weeks.

Updated February 22, 2013