Earn credit and gain skills this summer with UNB courses
Author: UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted on Apr 15, 2025
Category: News and Events , Online Learning , Degree Credit

Summer is the perfect time to gain new skills, fast-track your degree, or lighten your fall course load. Whether you're looking to boost your resume, improve your writing, master a new programming language, or dive into a fascinating subject, UNB's featured summer courses can help you develop valuable skills for your academic and professional future.
Here's a look at some key skills you can build this summer—and the courses that will help you get there!
Sharpen your business & marketing skills
🚀 Courses:
- Principles of Marketing (ADM 1313) | Learn the fundamentals of consumer behavior, branding, and strategic marketing.
- Investments (ADM 4425/MBA 6425) | Understand how financial markets work and develop investment strategies.
💡 Skills gained:
✔ Business decision-making
✔ Market analysis & strategy
✔ Financial literacy & investment planning
Strengthen your writing & communication
✍ Course:
- Fundamentals of Clear Writing (ENGL 1103) | Develop the ability to write persuasively and clearly—an essential ability for any career!
💡 Skills Gained:
✔ Professional & academic writing
✔ Critical thinking & clarity in communication
✔ Persuasive & research-based writing
Develop critical thinking & historical perspectives
🏛 Courses:
- A History of the Climate Movement (HIST 3624) | Understand the global impact of environmental activism.
- Belief Systems in Medieval Europe (HIST 1008) | Explore how past religious beliefs shaped societies.
- Ancient Spectacle (CLAS 3943) | Study entertainment and society in ancient civilizations.
✔ Analytical thinking & research
✔ Understanding historical & cultural influences
✔ Effective argumentation & problem-solving
Enhance your STEM & analytical abilities
🔬 Courses:
- Calculus I: Differential Calculus (MATH 1003) | Master mathematical concepts used in science, engineering, and economics.
💡 Skills gained:
✔ Logical reasoning & mathematical modeling
✔ Data interpretation & research
Boost your psychology & social science knowledge
🧠 Courses:
- Introductory Psychology I (PSYC 1003) or Introductory Psychology II (PSYC 1004) | Gain insights into human behaviour and mental processes.
- Diversity and Culture in Psychology (PSYC 3453) | Explore cultural influences on psychological development.
- Changing Behaviour (PSYC 3493) | Learn the science behind habit formation and behaviour modification.
- Human Sexuality (In-person - PSYC 3043) or Human Sexuality (Online - PSYC 3343) | Understand the biological, psychological, and social aspects of human sexuality.
💡 Skills gained:
✔ Understanding human behavior & mental processes
✔ Research & data analysis in social sciences
✔ Cultural competency & diversity awareness
Build knowledge in health, sport & wellness leadership
🏃♀️ Courses:
- Mindfulness and Health (KIN 3202) | Discover how mindfulness practices support mental and physical well-being.
💡 Skills gained:
✔ Ethical reasoning in sport and recreation
✔ Stress management & wellness strategies
Gain practical technology & coding skills
💻 Courses:
- Introduction to Computer Programming in Python (CS 1063) | Learn one of the most in-demand programming languages.
💡 Skills gained:
✔ Python programming & coding logic
✔ Problem-solving with technology
✔ Software development fundamentals
Explore ecology & environmental science
🌿 Courses:
- Wildlife Ecotourism (BIOL 3015) | Discover the intersection of ecology, tourism, and conservation.
💡 Skills gained:
✔ Environmental awareness & conservation strategies
✔ Ecological research & data analysis
✔ Sustainable tourism & ethical decision-making

📅 Sessions start in May, June & July—don't wait to register!
🔗 Explore courses & register now: https://www.unb.ca/cel/credit/term-based/