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1+3 bachelor’s degree programme with Algoma University
Start your Bachelor degree in Business or Economics at Algoma University with one of the Oxford International Global Hubs or fully online.
Fully online Year 1 programme
Guaranteed progression to Year 2 at Algoma University*
Study in the comfort of your own home…
…or at one of our Global Hubs
At Algoma University, you’ll receive a high-quality Canadian education in a supportive, inclusive environment – designed to help you thrive academically, professionally and personally.
Study at a reputable public Canadian university in the Greater Toronto Area or Sault Ste. Marie
Guaranteed progression to Year 2 (after successful completion of Year 1)*
Lower tuition fees, with scholarships of up to $10,000 CAD available
Accessible entry requirements (IELTS 5.0 or equivalent)
Access to job opportunities in Ontario during and after your studies
Study from anywhere in the world in your first year – complete your first year fully online
More time to prepare your Canadian study visa while progressing academically
Eligible for post-graduation work opportunities in Canada after completing your full degree
*subject to successful visa application.
You will study through a hybrid of online sessions and face-to-face teaching at one of the Oxford International Global Hubs.
You will then have the opportunity to progress directly to Algoma University Year 2 upon successful completion and subject to meeting visa requirements to study your on-campus course in Canada.
Business:
Social Sciences:
English Language Entry Requirements:
Minimum of Oxford ELLT 4 (no component below 3) / IELTS 5.0 (no component below 4.5)
Academic Entry Requirements:
Successful completion of Year 12 of secondary school / GCE A Levels with final grades of 1 C and 1 D in 2 academic subjects / IB 22 points / WAEC with C6 average in 5 academic subjects
Check with your OIDI representative for academic entry requirement for your home country.
International Year One in Business Fees:
Algoma University Tuition Fees:
Algoma University’s annual tuition for international students is approximately $21,000 CAD which is lower than any other public university in Ontario. In addition, Algoma University is proud to offer various scholarships based on students’ eligibility and meeting the scholarships’ criteria.*
*For more details on Algoma University’s scholarships and tuition fees, please visit their website.
Algoma is a Top 20 best primarily-undergraduate Canadian University ranked by McLean in 2026.
While the main campus of Algoma in Sault Ste. Marie is available for you to study at and is within Ontario province, the Brampton in the Greater Toronto Area is also available for students located just 40-minute drive from busy, diverse and multicultural Toronto downtown
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Standard tuition: $20,000 CAD ($14,553.50 USD)