MILITARY ARTS AND SCIENCE
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The aim of the diploma in Military Arts and Sciences is to provide Non-Commissioned Members (NCMs) of the Canadian Forces and those interested in military affairs, a comprehensive knowledge of leadership, critical thinking, security studies, resource management, and communication skills deemed essential to the functioning of modern military or large corporations. This diploma will serve as a recognized component of the Non-Commissioned Members training.
The delivery of this exciting online program is made possible by an innovative partnership between OntarioLearn (Algonquin College consortium member), the Royal Military College (RMC), and the Canadian Defence Academy. Upon successful completion of this program, graduates may be provided with advanced standing in the Bachelor of Military Arts and Science offered at the Royal Military College.
Transfer of Academic Credit (Exemption)
If you possess qualifications beyond the entry level of your program (such as successful completion of another college, university or professional association course), you may be eligible for a Transfer of Credit (or exemption) from an individual course. Official transcripts and course outlines are required at the time of application. For information or to apply for a Transfer of Credit, please contact the Registrar's Office at 613-727-0002.
Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)
PLA is a process to help you identify learning gained from life and work experiences and translate that learning into College credits that could help you achieve your diploma or certificate in less time. For more information, please contact the PLA Coordinator at 613-727-4723 ext. 7027
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
College Eligibility
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent OR
- 19 years of age or older
Application Information
Applications to the program must be submitted to:
Ontario College Application Services
60 Corporate Court
Guelph, Ontario N1G 5J3
Students currently enrolled in an Ontario secondary school should contact their Guidance Office to apply. For all other applicants, applications are available online at www.ontariocolleges.ca or from the Registrar's office of any Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology.
Note: International applicants applying from out of country may obtain an "International Student Application Form" and instructions by contacting the Client Service Officer, International, at the address shown below.
An $85.00 application fee must accompany the application form. Please refer to the Ontario College Guide for details on how to complete the application form.
For further information on the admissions process, please contact:
Registrar's Office, Algonquin College
1385 Woodroffe Avenue
Ottawa, Ontario K2G 1V8
613-727-0002 or 1-800-565-4723
Fax 613-727-7632
Applications are also available online at OCAS (Ontario Colleges Application Services).
For further information on the program, please contact Alicia Arnold at arnolda@algonquincollege.com or 613-727-4723 ext. 3330.
PATHWAYS TO UNIVERSITY DEGREE
Qualified students can complete a university degree at the Royal Military College with whom Algonquin has an articulation agreement. For more details, see the Transfer Guide section of this calendar, or contact Sharon Rendle, Administrative Coordinator (rendles@algonquincollege.com).
CURRICULUM
Normative hours are the number of hours usually required to complete the learning objectives of a course and represent the relative value of a course in a program of study. Normative hours may vary from the actual hours of instruction. Hours listed in the program of study are normative hours.
Prerequisites and Corequisites
Students in the School of Part-time Studies are expected to have either completed the stated prerequisite course(s) or possess the equivalent knowledge prior to enrolling in a course. Students are also expected to register in the relevant corequisite(s). Prerequisites and corequisites are indicated in the course descriptions (where applicable).
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