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574 Best Diploma Programs in Canada

574 Diploma courses are taught at 40 universities in Canada — most run 2 years. Courses from Sauder School of Business, Université de Montréal and Queen's University come first, because those universities rank highest.

411Diploma
SA Southern Alberta Institute of Technology logo
#132 in Canada Canada

Administrative Information Management

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology — The Administrative Information Management diploma program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the management of information in administrative settings....

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Business & Management
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413Diploma
SA Southern Alberta Institute of Technology logo
#132 in Canada Canada

Advanced Care Paramedic

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology — The Advanced Care Paramedic Diploma program at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology offers an in-depth exploration of pre-hospital emergency care. This comprehensive...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
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415Diploma
SA Southern Alberta Institute of Technology logo
#132 in Canada Canada

Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Technology

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology — The Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Technology diploma program at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) provides students with a comprehensive foundation in...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Maritime & Aviation
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417Diploma
SA Southern Alberta Institute of Technology logo
#132 in Canada Canada

Architectural Technologies

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology — The Architectural Technologies Diploma at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in the dyn...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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419Diploma
SA Southern Alberta Institute of Technology logo
#132 in Canada Canada

Audio and Creative Media

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology — The Diploma in Audio and Creative Media at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology immerses students in the dynamic world of audio production, sound design, and mult...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Media & Communication
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421Diploma
SA Southern Alberta Institute of Technology logo
#132 in Canada Canada

Automotive Service Technology

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology — The Automotive Service Technology Diploma program encompasses a broad range of skills and knowledge crucial for diagnosing, servicing, and repairing various vehicle syste...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
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423Diploma
SA Southern Alberta Institute of Technology logo
#132 in Canada Canada

Avionics Technology

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology — The Diploma in Avionics Technology at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the electronic systems used in...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Maritime & Aviation
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How these courses are ranked

5 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #40 (Sauder School of Business) to #465 (Concordia University); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Sauder School of Business has the largest research record in this group, with 32,977,394 citations and an h-index of 1,352. 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

The most common subjects are Business & Management (127), Medicine & Health Sciences (59), Engineering (53) and Social Sciences & Psychology (49). The usual length is 2 years and Four semesters. 95% are full-time and 6 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (97% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (85% of courses with a stated intake). Vanier College offers the widest choice, with 76 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Canada for Diploma?

Sauder School of Business (QS World #40), Université de Montréal (QS World #141) and Queen's University (QS World #191) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Diploma course take in Canada?

Most listed courses run 2 years, with Four semesters the next most common.

When do Diploma courses start in Canada?

Fall is the main intake — 97% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Diploma online with a university in Canada?

6 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Diploma courses in Canada?

Vanier College, with 76, ahead of Cambrian College (59).

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