Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT Polytechnic) is a Calgary institution offering degrees, diplomas, certificates and apprenticeships across many applied program areas.
SAIT is located at 1301 16 Avenue NW in Calgary, Alberta. The institute is situated on the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of Treaty 7, in an area where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. SAIT describes its students as shapers, makers and originals. The institute states it is committed to building a supportive community for all, guided by strategies on equity, diversity and inclusion, Indigenous learner success, and mental health.
SAIT's program areas include business and leadership, construction and trades, energy and environment, engineering technologies, food and hospitality, graphic and media arts, health and medical, manufacturing, transportation and logistics, and web and digital technology. Credentials offered include a degree, diploma, certificate or apprenticeship. SAIT describes its instructors as industry experts, and its programs evolve through an industry lens. Students register for classes approximately six weeks before their program begins.
SAIT has a Downtown campus and a main campus with satellite campuses. Listed facilities and services include an International Centre and a Support Centre (Office of the Registrar).
Academic Upgrading courses help students meet the admission requirements for certificate, diploma, applied degree, and bachelor's degree programs. A Dual-Credit route is available for Grades 11 and 12 students. The non-refundable online application fee is $120 for domestic students and $175 for international students.
SAIT lists research areas including Advanced Manufacturing and Materials, and Energy Research and Clean Unconventional Technology Solutions. The institute also hosts the Alberta Corridor Technical Symposium.