Graduate Certificate – Information Security application information - Non-program students


Non-program application processes

Students who wish to take a few courses to begin a career in computing and information systems or are simply interested in a specialized topic may register as a non-program student.

Non-program students must be in their final year of a Bachelor of Science, Computing and Information Systems Major program or hold a baccalaureate degree or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary education institution. For more detailed information on admission requirements for non program students, refer to the graduate Admission requirements in the Calendar.

Note: If you are currently a Bachelor of Science undergraduate student with Athabasca University, please contact the Program Advisors in the School of Computing and Information Systems for details on graduate level course registrations.


Non-program application deadlines

The following deadlines apply to non-program applications:

  • July 31 for Fall session courses (September to December)
  • Nov. 30 for Winter session courses (January to April)
  • March 31 for Spring session courses (May to August)

How to apply as a non-program student

  • Create an account as a new user or sign in if a returning user and select Non Program - School of Computing and Information Systems.
  • Complete all components of the application by the deadline and pay the application fee.
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Updated March 20, 2026 by Digital & Web Operations (web_services@athabascau.ca)