This four-year degree equips students with a competitive skillset in agronomy, technology, data science, business and leadership, enabling students to pursue careers at the forefront of agricultural innovation.
Through a combination of classroom, experiential, project-based and work-integrated learning, students will understand how social, economic and environmental factors all connect to shape sustainable agriculture.
Tapping into the Smart Farm at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, passionate and forward-thinking instructors will guide students in learning about agriculture, automation and artificial intelligence within the agri-food industry.
Students will master skillsets in making responsible, data-driven recommendations for crop management, animal production, soil management, pest management and environmental stewardship, as well as install, operate, and manage precision agriculture equipment.
Between your third and fourth year, you will be required to complete a four-month (400 hour) industry internship where you will gain practical experience, while developing your skills in leadership, project management and data informed decision making.
Applicants to this program will be admitted on a first qualified, first admitted admission process. A minimum admission average of 65% is required and is calculated with the subjects below.
Group A Courses: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Science 30
Group B Courses: French 30, French 31, French Language Arts, All other languages 30, Social 30, Aboriginal Studies 30, Math 31
Out of Province Applicants: Please refer to the Provincial Equivalency Chart for course equivalencies.
International Applicants: Olds College welcomes applications from International Applicants and those who have completed their high school education outside of Canada.
Please note, it is still necessary to meet all of the noted admission requirements, including English Language Proficiency.
Applicants currently in high school or who are completing academic upgrading must submit proof of enrollment and any available interim/midterm marks. Final marks must be submitted within one month following the completion of the course(s) and no later than one month prior to the program start date.
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has developed agreements with other educational institutions to allow for transition to Olds College, or to another institution to continue your education. Articulations & Agreements
Agricultural Management and Environmental Science and Technologystudents are eligible to receive credit for up to four courses.
Precision Agriculture students are eligible to start in the second year of the degree program, receive full-transfer credit of 20 courses, and complete the degree in four semesters.
| Year | Tuition | Fees | Books & Supplies | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $6,400.00 | $1,600.00 | $1,500.00 | $9,500.00 |
| Year 2 | $6,400.00 | $1,600.00 | $200.00 | $8,200.00 |
| Year 3 | $7,000.00 | $1,700.00 | $300.00 | $9,000.00 |
| Year 4 | $5,800.00 | $1,500.00 | $300.00 | $7,600.00 |
Olds College offers two residence options — Centennial Village and College Courts. Students living on campus are required to choose a meal plan. Housing and meal plan costs are based on the full academic year (September to April), but students in single-term programs will only pay for the corresponding term.
For more details, visit Dining at Olds College and Campus Housing.
For course descriptions and requisites, view the Academic Calendar.
Academic Calendar: Bachelor of Digital Agriculture Degree
For information on how to apply for government student loans, financial aid or for help with financial planning, visit our Student Funding page.
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology offers over 450 awards, valued at $500,000+ in scholarships, bursaries and prizes. Thanks to our industry partners, alumni, and friends of Olds College we are fortunate to offer a generous student awards program to students.
For additional information on scholarships, bursaries and prizes at Olds College, visit Scholarships & Awards
Entrance awards range from $250 - $1,500 for students applying for the upcoming academic year and have paid the tuition deposit by the deadline.
Awards are selected randomly from those that have applied and qualify based on the criteria.
Award will be applied as a tuition credit to the student's account after the add/drop course deadline, confirming full-time attendance.
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Find out when your term start and end dates are, so that you know when you are expected to be in attendance. For more information, please review the Program Dates & Fee Schedule.
You will be registered into your classes automatically. This will happen approximately 1 month prior to the start-date for your program. You will be notified once you have been timetabled into your courses. You will be able to see your class schedule in your My Olds College account. If you need to make any changes to your class registration, please contact the Office of the Registrar.
It is required that you come to Olds College with the following technology:
Students will use a variety of memory-intensive, Windows-only programs extensively in lectures and labs. A PC laptop running the latest version of the Microsoft Windows operating system (as of December 2020, Microsoft Windows 10. Mac and Chrome OS are not suitable. Minimum of 8GB RAM and 250GB (512 Gb recommended) available disk storage space is mandatory for this program. Laptops should have sufficient battery life to operate in the field for up to 2 hours.
As part of your student accounts, all students have access to Office 365 for the duration of their time with Olds College. To access this you just need to follow these steps:
The following items are required:
There may be other necessary items (ie. cold weather attire) that may be required during your time at Olds College.
A copy of your valid driver’s license is necessary to operate Olds College equipment.
Information on required textbooks and any further supplies will be provided as you attend each class. All books and supplies will be available during the first few weeks of classes in the College Campus Store.
Basic computer skills are recommended for all and it is certainly beneficial to have some prior experience with computers before you arrive at the College. A familiarity and comfort in use of Google Docs, word processing, spreadsheet and e-mailing software will be a definite asset.
Connect directly with the recruitment team at Olds College to get personalized support as you explore your pathway to post-secondary study. Whether you have questions about programs, admission requirements, campus life or next steps in your application journey, our recruitment specialists are here to help you make informed decisions and plan with confidence.
Applications for 2027-28 open Oct. 1, 2026, 9 a.m.
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