What You Can Study at RDP
Red Deer Polytechnic (formerly Red Deer College, or RDC) has a variety of different programs to challenge, inspire and prepare our students for the future. Program credential options include certificates, diplomas, university transfers and degrees. Program length ranges from several months to four years, depending on the area of study. Check out the popular programs accepting international students:
International Student Program Availability
Disclaimer:
- The information below is for international students only. Domestic students can learn more about our institution's available programs here.
- The information below is accurate as of June 1, 2022. Red Deer Polytechnic reserves the right to modify the list without notice or prejudice.
- The Program Cost column includes information on the estimated cost for each program, based on the current academic year's tuition and fees. These are estimates only and are subject to change. Information about the 2022-2023 program cost estimates will be available in May.
View Additional International Admission Information.
| Program | Program Length (Years) | Program Cost (Estimated Tuition for Full Program) | Academic Term | ||
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Spring 2022 Application Deadline: January 31, 2022 |
Fall 2022 Application Deadline: May 1, 2022 |
Winter 2023 Application Deadline: October 15, 2022 |
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Certificates - Typically 1 Year |
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| Administrative Professional Certificate | 1 | $16,020.00 | N/a | Closed | Applications Open |
| Business Certificate | 1 | $15,000.00 | N/a | Closed | Applications Open |
| Early Learning and Child Care Certificate | 1 | $16,690.00 | N/a |
Closed |
Applications Open |
| Educational Assistant Certificate | 1 | $17,612.00 | N/a | Closed | Applications Open |
| Health Care Aide Certificate | 1 | $25,200.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
| Medical Laboratory Assistant Certificate | 1 | $14,925.00 | N/a |
Closed |
N/a |
| Pre-Health Sciences Certificate | 1 | $12,789.00 | N/a | Closed | N/a |
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Diplomas - Typically 2 Years |
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| Business Diploma | 2 | $31,626.00 | N/a | Closed | Applications Open |
| Computer Programming Diploma | 2 | TBD | N/a | N/a | Applications Open |
| Early Learning and Child Care Diploma | 2 | $34,050.00 | N/a |
Closed |
Applications Open |
| Justice Studies Diploma | 2 | $37,871.00 | N/a | Closed | N/a |
| Kinesiology and Sport Studies Diploma | 2 | $33,495.00 | N/a | Closed | N/a |
| Legal Assistant Diploma | 2 | $33,038.00 | N/a | Closed | Applications Open |
| Occupational and Physical Therapist Assistant Diploma | 2 | $34,250.00 | N/a |
Closed |
N/a |
| Pharmacy Technician Diploma | 2 | $37,070.00 | N/a |
Closed |
N/a |
| Practical Nurse Diploma | 2 | $37,738.00 | N/a |
Closed |
Applications Open |
| Social Work Diploma | 2 | $37,299.00 | N/a | Closed | N/a |
| University Arts Diploma | 2 | $38,206.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
| University Sciences Diploma | 2 | $49,987.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
| Visual Art Diploma | 2 | $46,030.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
| Network Administration Career Development Diploma (Non-Credit) | 2 | $29,000.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
| Software Development Career Development Diploma (Non-Credit) | 2 | $29,000.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
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Degree Completion at Red Deer Polytechnic - Typically 4 Years |
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| Bachelor of Applied Arts - Animation and Visual Effects | 4 | $108,029.00 | N/a | Closed | N/a |
| Bachelor of Applied Arts - Film, Theatre, and Live Entertainment | 4 | $86,641.00 | N/a | Closed | N/a |
| Bachelor of Arts in Psychology | 4 | $91,270.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | 4 | $96,524.56 | Closed | Closed | N/a |
| Bachelor of Education | 4 | $89,666.00 | N/a | Closed | N/a |
| Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences | 4 | $101,289.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing | 4 years at RDP collaborative with University of Alberta |
$52,705.00 Note: This is the Program Cost Estimate for the first 3 years of the program. |
N/a |
Closed |
N/a |
| Bachelor of Science in Psychology | 4 | $91,270.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
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University Transfer Degree Programs - Typically 2 Years at Red Deer Polytechnic and 2 years at another university, to complete your degree |
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| Bachelor of Commerce (Non-Credential) | 2 years at RDP | $34,400.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
| Bachelor of Education (Non-Credential) | 2 years at RDP | $34,400.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
| Bachelor of Fine Art (Non-Credential) | 2 years at RDP | $46,030.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
| Bachelor of Kinesiology and Sport Studies (Non-Credential) | 2 years at RDP | $34,009.00 | N/a | Closed | N/a |
| Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Non-Credential) | 1 year at RDP | $21,662.00 | N/a | Closed | N/a |
| Post-Graduate Certificate | |||||
| 2 years at RDP | $20,720.00 | N/a |
Applications Open Note: Only open to onshore students (in Canada with a valid study permit). |
Applications Open Note: Program is waitlisted |
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Other Programs |
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| Academic Upgrading (Non-Credential) | 1 | $14,445.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
| Open Studies/ Unclassified (Non-Credential) | 1 | $14,912.00 | Closed | Closed | Applications Open |
| Apprenticeship Programs | Not Available for International Students | ||||