Athabasca University Reviews

Bachelor of Commerce

Athabasca University
Reviewer: e-bay_nick (Degree In Progress) on November 15, 2009

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I am satisfied with the service I am getting with AU. I must agree some of the instructors were a little "off" but those were the subjective courses I have taken - Psych, Commercial, etc. All in all, the instructors and AU staff were very helpful.

It is interesting to know that most students measure their education by how prestigious the university is. That may have some merit but in the end it is YOU who can make a difference, not the university. 

Completing a degree, certificate, masters or what have you does not guarantee a good career but it does give us the ticket to get our foot in the door. 

Brick and mortar universities are the traditional way of getting an education but will still be the ways of the future?

Best educational decision of my life... so far

MBA
Reviewer: stunnstunn (Graduate) on November 9, 2009

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I completed my MBA at Athabasca University and graduated in 2005. I enjoyed the entire experiance. There is ample opportunity to interact with other students online. Indeed I met and worked with students from all over the world. I found most students to be independant minded, interested people who are willing to work hard.

There was some variability among Coaches, but on the whole I found them to be very knowledgable and helpful. They will not hold your hand and you have to put the efort in to learn; but this is a Masters levels degree, so being able to work under your own intitative should be expected should be expected.

I now have a n entire armory of knowledge I can draw on for my professional career. Thanks AU!

Is AU a good Choice?

Athabasca University
Reviewer: tobadogs2 (Degree In Progress) on October 19, 2009

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I have noticed some people who have had less than good experiences with AU, post online. I would like to tell you of my experiences.

I am in the Anthropology Program and have been for 7years part time (almost done, whoopee!!) Over my time at AU I generally have been estatic with everything. The school policies are clearly posted online, and the tutors have strict turn around times as stated on the internet.

That is not to say I too have not had problems. For one English Course I had a tutor who never returned essays- and then later did after much begging, she also rarely returned emails. Complaints to the tutor services and her Professor were taken care of immediately and professionally. (although I really burned a bridge with her!)

At other times when I had difficulty with a project or marking, I was given the opportunity to rewrite or challenge the mark. (Even at places like UofT you often are restricted from rewrites) I can say that the tutors for Anthropology have been fantastic. Two of them have even won AUSU Student favourites awards! I loved my Geography Tutor, She was so enthusiastic! 

It is a great University but it is not for everyone. It takes good discipline to complete courses by yourself. 

As well you should read and know your rights, so if you are getting poor service you know what to do. 

I believe the quality of education is comparable to other Canadian Universities.I took several 4th year Anth courses at UofT at the same time, and I received very similar marks.

 I cannot speak for all programs but the Anthropology Program has been great.  I hope this helps.

MAIS leadership specialization

MA Integrated Studies (MAIS)
Reviewer: successcounselling (Degree In Progress) on July 17, 2009

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Almost done my degree now, I find the courses in the Leadership spec track very challenging and relevant, and the professors are supportive and knowledgeable. The admin people always answer my emails within a day, and are quite helpful.

Intellectually stimulating program

MA Integrated Studies (MAIS)
Reviewer: marievanilla2 (Degree In Progress) on July 11, 2009

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Athabasca U's MAIS program is ideal for working adults who want the intellectual challenges and rewards of an advanced liberal arts program, but with minimal disruptions to their family life and professional career.

MBA

Athabasca University
Reviewer: Anonymous (Degree In Progress) on July 7, 2009

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An online university that pays scant attention to what their academics do or, especially aren't doing to assist online learning - even though their promotional material and course syllabus specifically describe them.

A good generalist IT degree

Master of Science - Information Systems
Reviewer: Anonymous (Graduate) on June 11, 2008

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Could use more sophisticated online learning tools...but in general a good quality program for the IT professional

Computing and Info Systems

Computing and Info Systems
Reviewer: Anonymous (Graduate) on June 8, 2007

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I just graduated from the Computing and Info systems bachelors degree and it was a very very challenging program. Overall I give this University 4.5 stars out of 5. This is a real university that is dedicated to online programs. I was challenged with the material and the course selection was great. I was encouraged to use the latest software in the assignments and certain courses like the semantic web including such concepts as RDF, XML etc were cutting edge. Overall a great value for the time and money.


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