Program Overview

Academic Upgrading (AUC)

Program Overview

This program is tailored for students who need extra credits to meet the admission requirements for a certificate, diploma, or degree program. After completing this program in one to three semesters, students will be well-prepared to apply for a postsecondary program or even start an apprenticeship, opening up new career opportunities.

Program Details

Campus

• Seneca@York
• Newnham
• Online

Delivery

• In-person
• Online

Duration

• 1 to 3 Semesters

Credential

• Seneca Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate

School

• School of Arts & Science

About the Program

The Academic Upgrading program is designed to provide students with the necessary credits to meet the admission requirements for a postsecondary program. Students have the flexibility to choose between daytime and evening classes, making it easier to fit their studies into their schedule. Additionally, students will gain access to valuable career counselling services and receive personalized assistance with their college applications, ensuring they have the support they need to succeed.

Skills

By completing this program, students will be prepared to apply for a postsecondary certificate, diploma, degree program, or start an apprenticeship.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the Academic Upgrading program, students should be at least 19 years old or a mature student. The program coordinator will work with students to determine program suitability and their entry point.

Courses

The following courses are available through the Academic Upgrading (AUC) program:

• BIO093: Grade 11 C Biology Equivalency (SBI3C)
• CHM093: Grade 12 C Chemistry Equivalency (SCH4C)
• COM086: Grade 11 C English Equivalency (ENG3C)
• COM095: Grade 12 C English Equivalency (ENG4C)
• ENG096: Grade 12 U English Equivalency (ENG4U)
• MTH012: Grade 12 U Math Equivalency Data Management (MDM4U)
• MTH097: Intermediate Math (MEL4E)
• MTH098: Grade 11 U/C Math Equivalency (MCF3M)
• MTH099: Grade 12 C Math Equivalency (MAP4C)

Modes of Delivery

Academic Upgrading course delivery options include:

• In-Person Learning: programs or courses are fully in-person, and students are required to come to campus.
• Flexible: students have a choice of coming to campus for an in-person experience or learning remotely online. Professors teach live on site to students in a classroom or lab and this is broadcasted in real-time to students choosing to learn online.
• Online Synchronous & Asynchronous: includes some scheduled class time and some independent study. Depending on the professor, this scheduled time may be used for drop-in sessions and/or live lectures or assessments.

Cost

This is a tuition-free program sponsored by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development.

Student Supports

Academic Upgrading students aged 19-29 who meet the criteria may receive additional supports, including:

• 30 financial awards and bursaries of $1,000
• Personalized advising
• Transportation subsidies
• More

To be eligible, students must be:

• Aged 19-29
• The first in their family to attend postsecondary education
• A newcomer to Canada, racialized, or Indigenous
• From a low-income or under-resourced community

Student Experiences

Graduates of the Academic Upgrading program are career-ready and can take the next step in their academic journey at Seneca. Join thousands of graduates who are making a difference here and around the world.