Dual Credit

At Bow Valley College, our dual credit courses provide high school students with a head start on their post-secondary journey. These courses not only help build essential skills for success in university but also ease the transition from high school to higher education. By earning both high school and college credits, students gain valuable experience in a college environment, setting them up for a bright academic future

.Courses are offered online as well as at our downtown Calgary campus.

Get ahead while in high school!

• Save money & time; earn college credits now and reduce future costs.
• Become familiar with what it’s like to study at a college.
• Access supports, hands-on experiences, and small class sizes to support your success.
• Discover your interests without delaying high school.
• Build your confidence in transitioning from high school to post-secondary education once you graduate.

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Admission Requirements

Want to sign up but are you unsure if the course is the right fit for your skill level? There are no admission requirements. However, you are more likely to be successful in Open Studies courses with an English language proficiency level appropriate for the program you are interested in taking.

Please see the English language proficiency requirements page for more information.

• Dual Credit courses are recommended for students entering or currently registered for Grades 11 and 12.Meet with your high school guidance counsellor to begin your application.
• Design your high school timetable to accommodate the Dual Credit program.

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Contact

For Dual Credit opportunities, students and parents should contact their high school guidance counsellor. High school staff can reach out to their school division’s liaison.

Eligibility is based on factors like attendance, commitment, and progress in required courses. School division liaisons can email dualcredit@bowvalleycollege.ca for more information.

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Opportunities include:

• Introduction to Esports
• Animation
• Game Development
• Software Development
• The Internet of Things
• Human Resources
• Medical Terminology
• Health Care Administration
• Veterinary Office Administration
• Early Childhood Education and  Development

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