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Is AU a good Choice?

By: tobadogs2 (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.