With over 850 courses to choose from, we offer ways for you to keep your study skills sharp and earn university credits, ensuring that your gap year is purposeful.

Flexible and Everywhere.

 AU is the ideal way to pursue your post-secondary education. Au offers online classes so you are not required to be online at any specific time. You can take your course work anywhere you happen to go!
 

Monthly Start Dates.

AU undergraduate courses start on the first day of each month. This offers you the flexibility to start courses on your own schedule and when you are ready.

"As the Canadian Gap Year Association's first post-secondary Partner, Athabasca University continues to demonstrate its commitment to removing barriers to university education and promoting freedom in learning. 

Recognizing gap years and alternative pathways showcases Athabasca's forward thinking mandate and provides opportunities for young people on gap years to stay academically engaged, get ahead and ensure that their gap year is purposeful.  We are proud to work with Athabasca to promote Gap Years as a healthy choice for young Canadians."

Michelle Dittmer
President, Canadian Gap Year Association Inc.