Athabasca University

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Fantastic University, for MATURE learners
May 3, 2012
I just finished my MBA with AU. It is far harder than a conventional university. I have two other degrees from a classroom setting, from good schools, and the MBA program demands are not light. It is however, a very enjoyable program. I truly enjoyed all courses, and yes, I had the one eventual weak prof here and there, but overall, all profs are very competent, and highly educated. I think that the most important ...

Always a positive experience!
March 19, 2012
I've been taking French courses through Athabasca since last year. I have an undergraduate degree but have been accumulating a few extra credits for a diploma in education - teaching French and English. I have absolutely no complaints with the courses I have taken so far, but I do agree with some of the comments on here, particularly those that say distance education is not for the lazy! It takes a lot of time management ...

Terrible experience with Aussie tutor NURS 432
February 26, 2012
My tutor was terrible and when you talk the financial aid office, the lady does not know what she is doing.she wait till dying to process loan certificate. Thereby making one to getback late

For Mature Students only
February 17, 2012
I recently completed two online courses at AU: BIOL204 and CHEM217. I decided to take these courses out of interest as I am a working High School Teacher. I only went as far as gr. 11 Biology and chemistry so I knew i had to be prepared and organized BIOL204 was mainly readings, two written assignments, 7 at-home labs, and two exams. I did not really speak with my tutor too often and just emailed. ...

Athabasca: Not worth it
September 9, 2011
Athabasca sucks, you pay for them to give you a textbook, and you're expected to learn everything on your own with no tips on what to focus on. No posted lectures, no help at all. I would recommed this crappy school to no one.

jumping through hoops if you have the money
August 30, 2011
Overall the university is high quality, because the tutor (who marks everything) is available by email (or phone) whenever needed, has a phd in field and is successful in professional career with subject (my tutor for english undergrad. is a published author). Also good feedback is given on essays, so you know what marker expects. Any calls I have made to university have been answered and I was satisfied at the end of the call, ...

History major
August 12, 2011
After high school I attended Siast. The first program I took from them was basically the teachers reading from the textbook and repeating everything three or four times. The courses and exams where extermatly easy. I was so disappointed that I had to go to school Mon-Fri 9 to 4 to be treated like a child. After I finished my program I was unsatified with the job it allowed me to get so I thought ...

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Peter Sigurdson

Aug. 28, 2011, 9:09 p.m.

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Just for my curiosity, has ANYONE ANYWHERE EVER had good experiences with University Administration folks?  At the University of Toronto I've not encountered any one in any admin office who is NOT lazy, stupid and takes pleasure in NOT doing what they are being paid to do.  So, I don't think that lambasting the admin staff of any online university is reasonable.  They are just JUNK everywhere.  The universities should do what IBM and most other companies have already done.  FIRE all of them and outsource to Costa Rica or other places with PLEASANT people who will work hard and do the job.

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Mohammad Mosaddegh

April 27, 2011, 12:28 a.m.

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The administration of this university is absolutely ignorant of the university's work + study aspect. They refuse to help you if you make the smallest mistakes through their bureaucracy. Even graduates from here will agree.

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Drew

Oct. 25, 2010, 3:04 a.m.

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Distance Education is relatively new but growing quickly.  That being the case, Athabasca U has a lot of experience and offers programs with profs and materials the same as any school- and in many cases better.  I actually find it fairly similar to past experiences.  I have 3 degrees and to anyone on the fence who has some discipline and drive, Athabsca university is a great school.

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Lisa

Jan. 10, 2010, 2:46 a.m.

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I`ve been a student of Athabasca U for the last 3 years - almost done my BA. I`ve been happy with every course, the quick marking by the tutors as well as their assistance. I would highly recommend this university to anyone who cannot attend school in person ( I have a young daughter and work full time)

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