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Graduate Certificate in Transdisciplinary Studies I at University of Calgary

University of Calgary, Canada

Programme overview

Graduate Certificate in Transdisciplinary Studies I is a graduate programme of the University of Calgary, offered through the Faculty of Graduate Studies. The Graduate Certificate in Transdisciplinary Studies I is a 13.5-unit graduate credential comprised of four 3-unit courses in a specialization, combined with a 1.5-unit course on transdisciplinary scholarship. The Certificate is designed to be completed within one year with a maximum completion time of up to two years.

Faculty: Faculty of Graduate Studies  |  Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

In addition to the Faculty of Graduate Studies requirements, the Graduate Certificate in Transdisciplinary Studies I requires 13.5 units of coursework: TDST600; and 12 units from one of the specializations.

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Entry requirements

In addition to Faculty of Graduate Studies requirements for Admission the program requires: For applicants who are required to prove proficiency in English, a minimum TOEFL score of 97 (5.0 for tests taken after January 21, 2026) (Internet-based test); or an IELTS score of 7.5 (with no section less than 7.0); a CAEL overall score of 70 (with a minimum score of 70 in each component); a PTE score of 75; a Duolingo score of 145 (no subscore below 125) or a Cambridge C1/C2 Proficiency test score of 200. This requirement can also be met by completing the Academic Communication Certificate with a minimum grade of A- in each course. Two referees: Applicants will submit names and professional email addresses for referees in their online applications. Referees will receive an email invitation to provide references online.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate academic term start dates are Fall (September 1), Winter (January 1), Spring (May 1) and Summer (July 1); intake terms vary by programme.

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