NAIT is a polytechnic institution in Edmonton, Alberta, offering hands-on, technology-based education and applied research.
NAIT, the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, is located at 11762 - 106 Street, Edmonton, AB, Canada, T5G 2R1. Its mission centres on hands-on, technology-based education and applied research, which NAIT describes as essential to the productivity and prosperity of Alberta. Its stated core values are Respect, Creativity, Collaboration, Accountability, and Celebration.
NAIT was founded over 60 years ago and has consistently evolved to meet the needs of students and industry. Its first class in 1962 consisted of 29 communication electrician apprentices. Current enrolment is over 34,000 students and apprentices.
NAIT offers a number of business and applied science and technology degrees accredited by Alberta Advanced Education. Its credit programs take 1 or 2 years and lead to government approved and industry-recognized credentials. NAIT describes itself as a leader in experiential learning with an unmatched connection to industry, and its applied research is industry driven and developed in partnership with industry leaders.
NAIT has 4 campuses throughout Edmonton and Spruce Grove, serving more than 40,000 students from Canada and around the world. Listed facilities include recreation facilities, bike facilities, student lockers, food and beverage locations, student parking, a Food Centre (food bank), campus housing options, LRT station and bus service, and campus security. Research and innovation facilities include the Feltham Centre (CAT), the Productivity and Innovation Centre (PIC), and the Centre for Boreal Research.
NAIT lists three admission routes: Competitive Entrance, Academic Requirements, and Open Studies, which allows enrolment without applying for admission.