The University Studies Diploma program at Portage College is for students looking to take a full-time program. The Program offers a range of transferable university courses that provide students with a foundation for pursuing further studies and career preparation in selected areas of Science, Arts, Health, Business, Education, and Human Services.

Students can select courses to meet their individual needs, bridge into diploma programs at Portage College, or transfer credits to other institutions, including universities.

Course credits are transferable to universities and colleges in Alberta.

To graduate with a University Studies Diploma, students must complete 60 credits according to the following requirements: • A minimum of six credits of Junior level English: English 106 and English 108 • Six credits in Science: Biology; Chemistry; Earth & Atmospheric Sciences; Mathematics; or a combination thereof. • Six credits in Humanities: Senior-level English; History; Philosophy; Religious Studies or a combination thereof. • A maximum of 42 credits at the 100 junior level