A graduate-level microprogram is a set of theoretical or practical courses or research activities within a specific field that partially fulfills the requirements of a graduate-level degree that can be completed within four to eight months.

Microprograms offer:

• the flexibility of completing the program at your own pace
• privileged access to a network of experts in the field
• a gateway into further graduate studies: the credits earned in one microprogram can be applied to master’s programs, giving you a head start.
• an enhanced academic profile: the microprogram can be added to your academic record.

The enrolment process depends on your current situation.

• If you are already enrolled in a master’s or graduate diploma program:
  
  Contact your faculty’s graduate studies office to ask if the microprogram could be added to your academic path.
• If you are not already enrolled in a master’s or graduate diploma program:
  
  Send an email to the graduate studies office of the faculty that offers the microprogram.

Be sure to attach copies of the following documents:

• a recent CV
• copies of university transcripts from all universities attended, along with proof of your undergraduate degree or equivalent
• any additional documents requested by the faculty

If your application is accepted, you will be enrolled as a non-degree student.

Important dates

You will find the next enrolment period open to non-degree student as well as the course start date on the Important academic dates and deadlines web page, under Enrolment, courses, withdrawals and reimbursements.

Conditions of enrolment

All students must comply with the general regulations that apply to their courses, including course prerequisites, attendance requirements, assignments, exams, and passing grades. Any course failures will be recorded on the student’s transcript.

Students who pursue a microprogram may enrol in a maximum of six course units per term and will be considered part-time students.

Tuition fees

Tuition fees vary based on the status of the student and are different for each program. Tuition fees are due at the beginning of each term. Depending on the program, other fees may apply such as administrative fees, incidental fees, and ancillary fees. For enrolment in a microprogram, please refer to the Graduate Non-Degree Student (special student) category found at uOttawa tuition fees.

Statement of Studies

An official statement of studies letter could be issued by InfoService.