Open Studies allows you to take individual courses without being enrolled in a full-time program. It’s perfect for people who want to gain skills, or earn credits toward a future diploma or degree without committing to a specific program right away.

Get the flexibility to study courses that match your goals without committing to a full program. Focus your career path, explore new fields, or progress at your own pace while earning credits toward a diploma or certificate.

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Invest in your future at a pace and price that works for you.

Open studies is cost-effective and efficient, allowing you to skip application fees while offering greater work-life balance and control over your schedule.

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Courses are offered online as well as at our downtown Calgary campus.

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How do I know if Open Studies is right for me?

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You’re considering post-secondary education but aren’t sure which program to choose:

• Explore courses that interest you to find the right fit.
  
• Look for courses that could inspire you to pursue a particular diploma or certificate program.

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‍If you’ve been accepted into your dream program and want to start taking courses before it begins:

• Earn credits through Open Studies that count toward your future diploma or certificate program. Click here to find which Open Studies courses are part of diploma or certificate programs.
  
• Successfully completing an Open Studies course could help you skip program prerequisites when you start.

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If you've finished high school and want to take courses before enrolling in a certificate, diploma, or degree program:

• Bow Valley College Open Studies offers the chance to experience post-secondary courses and earn credits, helping you get a head start.

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If you're looking to reskill or upskill with a specific course:

• Open Studies helps you build the skills needed for a new job or promotion.
  
• An Open Studies course boosts your resume and job profile.
  
• Lifelong learners can expand their knowledge in areas of personal or professional interest.

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For Regional Learners

If you live in the service area surrounding Calgary and want to take a course:

• To find out about Regional programming, contact us at 403-476-2233 or regional@bowvalleycollege.ca
• To apply for Fall 2025 (September - December) courses, please fill out this form: