Am I ready for studies in...

Take our self-assessments to identify your strengths and weaknesses in English, Math, Chemistry, and Computing Science.

English

Test your prowess in spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

Math

Test your skills in basic math, algebra, trigonometry, and calculus.

Chemistry

This self-assessment will help determine if you are ready for an introduction to university-level chemistry.

Computing Science

Test your knowledge of computer literacy and math to see if you are ready for an introductory university-level computing course.

University Preparatory Courses

AU has many preparatory level courses (designated by a number in the 100s) to prepare you for university-level study. Program students should discuss with an advisor how you can incorporate these courses into your program plan.

Communications

• COMM100 - Introduction to Research and Study Skills: Improve the academic skills you need to be a successful student. A great first course if you have not completed any university or distance education courses.

English

• ENGL140 – Grammar: A review of grammatical structure and use.
• ENGL143 – Writing for Academic Purposes: Learn an approach to the writing of sentences, paragraphs and essays.
• ENGL146 – Reading for Academic Purposes: Reading practice to improve comprehension and efficiency.
• ENGL155 – Developing Writing Skills: Improve your reading and writing.
• ENGL177 – English for Academic Purposes: Learn to succeed in complex reading, writing and listening tasks.
• ENGL189 – English for Business: An introduction to business communications.

French

• FREN100 - French for Beginners I: Introduction to the basics of French.
• FREN101 - French for Beginners II: Continuation of the basics of French.

Indigenous Studies

• INST111 - Introductory Cree I: An introduction to Plains Cree.
• INST112 - Introductory Cree II: Continuation of an introduction to Plains Cree.

Math

• MATH100 - Developmental Mathematics: This course is intended as a review of basic mathematics.
• MATH101 - Transitional Mathematics: This course is intended for students who have recently graduated from high school with Applied Mathematics 30 and wish to upgrade their mathematics skills before or while attending a post-secondary institution.

Philosophy

• PHIL152 - Basic Critical Thinking: This course focuses on reading and writing comprehension skills. The course teaches an active, critical approach to written work.

SAS for Learner Support Services - Last Updated June 23, 2011