Q: Are there any scheduled breaks between each semester?
Yes, during your program you can have 2 scheduled breaks.The timing of your breaks depends on when you start the program. Students who are starting the program in Winter of 2022 could complete their Semester 4 course in either May-August (2023) or Aug-December (2023). There are also a few weeks between the Fall and Winter Semester (Usually the week before Christmas and after).
| Example: Winter (January) 2022 Start Date |
| Semester 1 |
January 2022 – April 2022 |
| Scheduled Break |
May 2022 – August 2022 |
| Semester 2 |
August 2022 – December 2022 |
| Semester 3 |
January 2023 – April 2023 |
Semester 4
Option 1 |
- Work Integrated Learning (WIL): May 2023 – August 2023
- Scheduled Break or Extension of WIL: August 2023 – December 2023
|
Semester 4
Option 2 |
- Scheduled Break: May 2023 – August 2023
- Work Integrated Learning: August 2023 – December 2023
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| Semester 5 |
January 2024 – April 2024 |
Q: What are the available forms of transportation we can use to get on the campus?
Most students use Winnipeg Transit to get from their homes to the campus and back. Some students do carpool also or have a family member or friend drive them to Campus.
Students are eligible for a post-secondary Peggo Card.
Q: Where can I find details about the subjects and courses I will take?
Here is a list of the Business Information Technology courses you will take and their descriptions.
Here is a list of the Business Technology Management courses you will take and their descriptions.
Q: Tell me more about purchasing a laptop.
We receive the following questions on the topic of laptops:
- Will there be laptops for sale in the campus?
- Are student discounts available?
- Can we use a Macbook?
- Could you please recommend good resources to buy laptop in Winnipeg?
We do not have laptops for sale at the college. You can purchase your laptop from any computer retailer. Please wait until you are accepted into the program and have received the most up to date Laptop Specification document before purchasing your laptop. Some retailers have student discounts when purchasing a laptop, usually requiring proof of enrolment in a post-secondary institution. We do not recommend purchasing a Macbook for ACE programs.
For questions about specific laptops please contact:
Mitch Lazarenko
Technical Support Specialist
Applied Computer Education Department
Red River College
Email: mlazarenko@rrc.ca
Phone or text: (204) 232-1019. (Note: Please email or text first prior to calling.)
Q: Can we purchase used books?
Yes, if the book is the same (ISBN) and is the same edition then yes you can. If you purchase a different version this may not be acceptable and you may need to purchase the correct edition. At the RRC Bookstore, some books can be purchased as new, used, or digital.
Q: What is the criteria to qualify for co-op?
Students are eligible for work-integrated learning (WIL), which could be co-op or industry project, after completing all courses listed for the first three semesters of their ACE program as listed in the program catalogue.
Q: How do students connect with co-op and work-integrated learning (WIL) opportunities?
ACE has a WIL Coordinator who actively looks for co-op opportunities and helps to co-ordinate work-integrated learning opportunities for students to apply for. Getting a co-op is a competitive process and that we cannot promise that every student will get one. While not every student may get a co-op, we have industry projects where students can satisfy their work-integrated learning requirement.
If you find your own co-op you need to communicate with ACE’s WIL Coordinator to gain approval for it.
Q: What is the rate of assignments given to the students in a week?
Each course and semester is different but expect to have at least one assignment per course per week to work on.
Q: Are books included in the tuition fees?
Books and Supplies are not included in program fees (tuition) and must be purchased separately.
Q: Will classes be on campus or online? What will the schedule be like? Will the classes be 4 day a week or 5 day a week?
In the Winter 2022 semester classes will run Monday to Friday between 8 and 6pm. BIT and BTM classes will be offered in a combination of online and in-person learning.
Business Information Technology (BIT)
On Campus: On Tuesdays, Wednesday mornings, and Fridays, most of your classes will be held on campus.
Online: The rest of the week (Mondays, Wednesday afternoons, and Thursdays), classes will take place online (synchronously).
Business Technology Management (BTM)
On Campus: On Mondays, Wednesday afternoons, and Thursdays, most of your classes will be held on campus.
Online: The rest of the week (Tuesdays, Wednesday morning, and Fridays), classes will take place online (synchronously).
NOTE: This change is a result of Red River College Polytechnic’s recent announcement about an increase in on-campus activities for the Winter 2022 semester.
These plans are based on current Manitoba health orders and on directives from the provincial government. If conditions change and large numbers of people are no longer allowed to gather on campus, we will return to online-only learning or make other adjustments to our plans. We will keep students updated on changes if they become necessary.
Q: What is the criteria of getting a scholarship in the first year?
Please view our RRC Awards, Scholarships, and Bursary page. Here is the link to the complete list of awards, scholarships and bursaries.
Q: How many days should we come before the program starts? Is it okay to travel three weeks before the program starts?
For students not residing in Winnipeg, we recommend you arrive in Winnipeg at least two to three weeks before your program starts. This will give you time to explore your surroundings, set up a bank account and confirm transportation and accommodations, as well as purchase food, furnishings and books.
Please note that students should not plan to arrive in Canada more than 30 days prior to their program start date, or they may be denied entry at the border.
Many overseas flights fill up quickly for August and December departures.
Q: Is there any support to help us find part-time jobs that are related to our course?
Yes, the College provides supports for students to find part-time jobs.
The Centre for International Education and Global Partnerships has various materials about working part-time and helping to understand visa requirements.
The Student Employment Services department has a specialized team to help you find employment opportunities and succeed in job interviews.
Q: Will there be any gaps between 8am-6pm during classes?
Yes, there will be study/break time between classes during the day.
Q: Does the college help international students in finding accommodations?
You can find more information in our Accommodations Guide
You can also contact the international office at Email: intled@rrc.ca
Q: Are there any quarantine rules from the college?
Here is the link to the most up to date Arrival and Quarantine information.
Q: What do I do if I want withdraw from my courses? What is the procedure? Will fees be refundable?
If you want to withdraw from your courses you should contact your Academic Coordinator.
