Balance work, travel and study with UNB’s online courses
Author: UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted on Feb 28, 2025
Category: News and Events , Online Learning , Degree Credit
Why take a summer course at UNB?
Want to stay on track, get ahead, or lighten your fall course load? UNB's summer courses give you the flexibility to earn credits while balancing work, travel, or personal time.
Top benefits of summer learning:
- Graduate faster – Earn credits and move closer to your degree.
- Smaller class sizes – Get more one-on-one support from instructors.
- Lighter fall/winter workload – Reduce stress by spreading out your courses.
- Flexible formats – Choose from in-person or online options to fit your schedule.
- Focus on one or two courses – Dive deeper into subjects without juggling a full course load.
- Boost your GPA – Improve grades with a focused, relaxed learning environment.
Featured undergraduate online courses
- Adult Education:
- ADED 5011 - Preparing for Prior Learning Assessment
- ADED 5156 - Special Topics in Adult Education
- ADED 5171 - Assessing Adult Learning
- Biology:
- BIOL 3015 - Wildlife Ecotourism
- Classics and Ancient History:
- CLAS 3943 - Ancient Spectacle
- Computer Science:
- Electrical and Chemical Engineering:
- ECE 1813 - Electricity and Magnetism
- ECE 3221 - Computer Organization
- Engineering:
- ENGG 4013 - Law and Ethics for Engineers
- Music:
- History:
- HIST 1008 - Belief Systems in Medieval Europe
- HIST 1315 - Canadian History on Film
- HIST 3364 - History of Canadian-American Relations
- HIST 3624 - A History of Climate Movement
- HIST 3765 - History of Music in Medieval and Renaissance Periods
- Psychology:
- PSYC 1003 - Introductory Psychology I
- PSYC 1004 - Introductory Psychology II
- PSYC 3343 - Human Sexuality
- PSYC 3453 - Diversity and Culture in Psychology
- PSYC 3493 - Changing Behaviour
- Renaissance College:
- RCLP 3043 - Science and Society
Featured graduate online courses
- Education:
- ED 6001 - Supervision of Instruction I: Enhancing Learning Culture
- ED 6002 - Supervision of Instruction II: Coaching and Mentoring
- ED 6005 - Planning of Organizational Change in Education
- ED 6008 - Assessment Literacy for School Leaders
- ED 6009 - Responsive Leadership for Culturally Diverse Schools
- ED 6011 - Educational Theory and School Administration
- ED 6012 - Politics in Educational Administration
- ED 6016 - Learning Exceptionalities
- ED 6022 - Developing the Middle School
- ED 6043 - History and Philosophy of Education Ideas
- ED 6055 - Principles of Academic Assessment
- ED 6074 - Advanced School Counselling and Guidance Practice
- ED 6101 - Curriculum Development
- ED 6104 - Curriculum Theory
- ED 6105 - Current Issues in Education
- ED 6106 - Literacy Instruction in Bilingual and Multilingual Contexts
- ED 6112 - Inclusive Second Language Education
- ED 6115 - Deconstructing Cultural Diversity in the School
- ED 6116 - Assessment and Learning
- ED 6142 - Authentic Teaching
- ED 6145 - Program Planning for Educators
- ED 6168 - Applied Ethics for the Education and Training of Adults
- ED 6170 - Using Assistive Technology to Enhance Learning
- ED 6171 - Exceptional Learners Across a Lifespan
- ED 6175 - Supervisory Methods for Resource Professionals
- ED 6224 - Needs Assessment
- ED 6229 - Instructional Design for Online Learning
- ED 6314 - Literacies and Power
- ED 6366 - Challenging the Authority of Texts
- ED 6902 - Introduction to Research in Education
- ED 6904 - Introduction to Critical Studies in Education
Find the right fit
We offer multiple flexible online learning options to match your schedule and learning style:
Online Term Based 📅 (Set schedule, fixed deadlines)
- Follows a structured semester timeline.
- Set start and end dates with scheduled deadlines.
- Best for students who prefer a guided pace with regular interaction.
Online Open Entry 🕒 (Start anytime, work at your own pace)
- No fixed start dates—enrol anytime.
- Complete coursework at your own speed within a set timeframe.
- Ideal for independent learners with busy schedules.
Distance Technology 💻 (Remote learning with interactive options)
- Uses video/audio conferencing and e-learning tools.
- May include scheduled live sessions for real-time engagement.
- Great for students who want a mix of independent and interactive learning.
Explore UNB's term based credit courses or open entry online credit courses
Ready to register?
Note: Only current UNB students can access the MyUNB portal and add courses to their schedule. If you’re not currently a student, learn more about how to apply to UNB.