Founded in 1984, West Island College International – Class Afloat™ offers young people from around the world the opportunity to challenge a rigorous program of academic study while engaging in sensitive and sustainable practices, developing leadership skills and raising cross-cultural awareness. Through an arrangement between West Island College International and Open Acadia, students who have been accepted into the West Island College Class Afloat program subsequently apply for admission to Acadia University. Courses offered are those suited best to both the shipboard environment and the geo-cultural and geo-historical opportunities afforded by the vessel’s itinerary.

Class Afloat students must also be admitted to Acadia University to be eligible for registration into the selected online courses that are made available to the Class Afloat program each year by Acadia. Registration selections are coordinated with West Island College for all students in the program. After being accepted into the Class Afloat program by West Island College, students apply to Acadia University through our online admission application.

Applying for Admission to Acadia

Transcripts should be sent directly to our Admissions Office at:

Acadia University
Room 126 University Hall
15 University Avenue
Wolfville Nova Scotia
B4P 2R6     Canada

Phone: (902) 585-1016
Email: admissions@acadiau.ca
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Atlantic time)

For more information on applying for a spot in the West Island College Class Afloat program, please visit www.classafloat.com

Acadia University is pleased to offer the following online courses to Memorial University's Department of Biochemistry students who are admitted to or interested in Acadia University's Bachelor of Science in Nutrition (Dietetics option) program. 

Questions about the Acadia University component should be directed to the School of Nutrition and Dietetics. Phone 902-585-1366 or email nutr@acadiau.ca.

Online Courses

After admittance to the program and before coming to Acadia University, MUN students must take the following courses and complete them with a minimum grade of 60%. Any MUN students are welcome to take these courses, however this is not a guarantee of admission to the 2 + 2 program. Further information may be found here.

NUTR 2323 Food and People
NUTR 1313 Human Nutrition 1
NUTR 1323 Human Nutrition 2

NOTE: NUTR 2323 and NUTR 1313 do not have prerequisites. NUTR 1313 is a prerequisite to NUTR 1323. 

Getting Started

Applying for Admission to Acadia
MUN students must also be admitted to Acadia University to register for courses. Students should use the online admission application found here. It is important to note that you are applying as part of the MUN 2+2 Program in the “Additional Comments” section. Transcripts should be sent directly to our Admissions Office at:

Acadia University
Room 126 University Hall 
15 University Avenue
(Mailing address:  PO Box 7)
Wolfville Nova Scotia
B4P 2R6     Canada

If you have any questions about Admission please do not hesitate to contact us.

Phone: (902) 585-1016 
Fax: (902) 585-1081
Email: admissions@acadiau.ca Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Atlantic time)

Registering for Courses
MUN students will be provided with registration information upon admission.

Fees:
Current fees are available here. Payment can be made online via online banking or additional payment options.

Textbook orders can be placed online through the Acadia University Bookstore.

Many students come to university without prerequisite courses or knowledge that they need in order to be admitted into the courses necessary for their program.

It is for this reason that we offer an online introductory level Math and Chemistry courses.

Pre-University courses are intended for students who:

• Are about to start university or college and are concerned about their foundation in math and/or chemistry;
• Have been out of high school for several years and would like a refresher before taking university or college courses that require high-school-level math and/or chemistry;
• Are already at university or college and need a refresher before taking courses requiring high-school-level math and/or chemistry.

MATH 0110: PRE-UNIVERSITY MATHEMATICS

• Many students come to university without the prerequisite math courses or knowledge that they need in order to be admitted into the mathematics and statistics courses necessary for their program. MATH 0110 provides a foundation in high-school level algebra. Such courses are typically called Beginning and Intermediate Algebra or College Algebra.
  
  This non-credit course serves as a prerequisite for courses that require NS Grades 11 and 12 Academic Math or their equivalent. It is acceptable at Acadia as a pre-requisite for MATH 1213 or MATH 1613.
  
  

CHEM 0110: PRE-UNIVERSITY CHEMISTRY

• This non-credit course is based on the Nova Scotia high school chemistry curriculum. It has been designed for students who have never taken chemistry in high school, or who would like to refresh their knowledge before they study introductory chemistry in a university setting.
  
  This non-credit course is acceptable at Acadia as a prerequisite for CHEM 1013 or CHEM 1033.

Getting Started

• Fees: $40 admission fee, $525 tuition Canadian Students; $1050 tuition International Students
• Course dates: online, continuous intake
• Registration deadline: open-ended
• The same administrative policies regarding withdrawals, extensions, etc. apply to these courses. More information is found here.

Acadia University’s Professional Certificate in Maritime Security (PCMS) will provide a clear and coherent source of education and training for those seeking to enter the maritime security sector or those seeking to broaden their knowledge within maritime security. Maritime security embraces the protection of maritime operations (e.g. port security, ship security) as well as the preservation of the marine environment (e.g. pollution control, protection of endangered species).

This part-time online program is offered in partnership with the International Association of Maritime Security Professionals (IAMSP) and Irving Shipbuilding, Inc.

Whether you are planning to pursue your education in areas such as law, medicine, education, or nursing, or you plan to enter a professional association or institute, Open Acadia offers online and classroom courses that can:

• help you meet the entrance requirements of many professional programs; or
• lead to professional designations in many industries.

Professional Programs

Acadia recognizes that many students have a long term plan of continuing their education in areas such as medicine, education, law, nursing or various other professional paths. Many of our online courses can help you meet the entrance requirements of the program you plan to apply to. More information on the professional programs that Acadia courses can help you prepare for can be found here.

Professional Designations

Acadia University’s courses are recognized as transfer credits by many professional associations and institutes. For the most up-to-date information regarding the courses you need for accreditation, please contact the association or institute directly. There may be other organizations that also recognize Acadia courses (or that would readily do so if asked) – so, check with the association or institute directly.

Atlantic School of Chartered Accountancy

Candidates entering the Atlantic School of Chartered Accountancy (ASCA) program are awarded exemptions from the School's required 16 courses, depending on their previous study.

Certified General Accountants Association of Nova Scotia

The Certified General Accountants (CGA) Program is comprised of the Foundation Studies, Advanced Studies and the Professional Applications and Competence Evaluations (PACE) Level. The Foundation and Advanced Studies can be completed through CGA Nova Scotia or by Transfer Credits, either in whole or in part. The PACE Level includes four (4) national examinations that must be completed through CGA Nova Scotia.

Certified Management Accountants Canada

CMA Canada provides professional development programs in a variety of areas to help today's business professionals expand their management skills and knowledge. If your university degree specializes in accounting, you likely have all (or most) of the CMA prerequisite business topics. For information on becoming a CMA visit the CMA-NS website.

Canadian Payroll Association

The Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) delivers certification, professional development programs, and products and services that enable payroll practitioners to enhance operations, meet new legislative requirements and utilize emerging technologies. The CPA accepts several Acadia University courses as transfer credits.

Credit Institute of Canada

The Credit Institute of Canada recognizes several courses from Acadia’s School of Business and Department of Economics as transfer credits for their designation of Certified Credit Professional (CPP).

What's on your wish list? Almost any topic is open to exploration, and programs can take a variety of shapes:

• Seminars, one or two-day workshops
• Online courses and virtual classrooms
• Weekly one-day workshops
• A combination of these

Program Consultation

We can develop a unique program for you, and almost any Acadia course can be customized to fit your organization's needs. We can adapt an existing online course to match the learning outcomes you desire, or we can build an online version of an on-campus course, if that's what your group needs. We also offer graduate degrees in specialized online and campus formats, with dedicated client service to match.

The Where and When

Programs can be delivered in the most convenient location for your organization, whether it's on-campus or on-site. We can develop a schedule that best suits your needs.

Program Management

We will coordinate all aspects of the program including development, course material preparation, scheduling, logistical arrangements (including catering), according to your requirements and budget.

Program Instruction and Facilitation

Acadia University's faculty and professionals combine their teaching experience and consulting expertise to provide learners with practical, hands-on skills that can be utilized in their work environments.

Online Options

Programs can be delivered entirely online in a number of ways, or in a blended model that combines face-to-face workshops with online self-study. Your online course can also be branded to match your organization, and we have years of experience with broadcasting online video and with incorporating virtual classroom elements.