Course overview
Early Learning (Diploma) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course at Yukon University in Whitehorse, Canada. It takes 2 years full time, 60 credits, with three off-campus practicum placements (Whitehorse), with intakes in September (YukonU's international list also shows spring).
Yukon University is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Yukon University (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Whitehorse, Canada |
| Course | Early Learning (Diploma) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Duration | 2 years full time, 60 credits, with three off-campus practicum placements (Whitehorse) |
| Tuition per year | C$12,000 (≈ ₹8 lakh) |
| Intakes | September (YukonU's international list also shows spring) |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 87 (no section below 20), PTE Academic 59 (no section below 53) or Duolingo 120 |
Interested in Early Learning (Diploma)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$12,000 a year, about ₹8 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly C$24,000 (≈ ₹16.1 lakh) before any yearly increase.
CAD 400 per credit (YukonU's international rate for all credit programmes) × 60 credits ÷ 2 years. Term fees (about CAD 197 a term) and health and dental insurance (CAD 216.30 a term) are extra
Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at Yukon University for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Most programmes need English 12 with at least 65% (or YukonU's own English courses); business and aviation also need Math 11, and some science programmes need Pre-calculus 12 and Chemistry 11.
- If you lack a maths or science course, you can ask for an assessment or send an International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) evaluation.
- After you apply, an admissions officer replies within 5 business days. Your Letter of Eligibility asks for a CAD 6,000 tuition deposit, after which YukonU requests an attestation letter from the Government of Yukon.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 87 (no section below 20), PTE Academic 59 (no section below 53) or Duolingo 120.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0 for most certificates, diplomas and degrees; 5.5 for Culinary Arts and Office Administration; 6.0 for Multimedia Communication |
| TOEFL iBT | 87 (no section below 20) for most programmes |
| PTE Academic | 59 (no section below 53) for most programmes |
| Duolingo | 120 overall with section minimums for most programmes |
| Exemption | Only for high school graduates of Canada, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, the USA or the UK; Indian Class 12 English is not listed |
Intakes
This course starts in: September (YukonU's international list also shows spring).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo or ILAC result
- IQAS evaluated transcript if needed for maths or science
- Application fee of CAD 100
- Criminal record check and immunisation records (Early Learning)
About Yukon University
Yukon University began in 1963 as the Whitehorse Vocational Training School, became Yukon College in 1983 and was granted university status in 2020. It has thirteen campuses across Yukon, with its main Ayamdigut campus in Whitehorse. For international students it offers one-year certificates, two-year diplomas (such as aviation management, early learning, earth sciences and environmental sciences) and a four-year Bachelor of Business Administration.
International tuition is CAD 400 per credit for all credit courses, plus term fees and compulsory health insurance. Most programme pages do not state total credits, so we list only the programme whose fee can be worked out from published figures. YukonU's programme list marks which programmes are eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit; check it before you choose. Whitehorse has a housing shortage, and the university advises arranging accommodation before you arrive.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Early Learning (Diploma) at Yukon University?
The tuition for international students is C$12,000 a year (about ₹8 lakh). CAD 400 per credit (YukonU's international rate for all credit programmes) × 60 credits ÷ 2 years. Term fees (about CAD 197 a term) and health and dental insurance (CAD 216.30 a term) are extra. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Early Learning (Diploma)?
The course takes 2 years full time, 60 credits, with three off-campus practicum placements (Whitehorse).
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 87 (no section below 20), PTE Academic 59 (no section below 53) or Duolingo 120. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September (YukonU's international list also shows spring). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
- Yukon University: Early Learning (Diploma) (opens in a new tab)
- YukonU: International future students (opens in a new tab)
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- YukonU: International admission and English requirements (opens in a new tab)
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