University Transfer (Courses)
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What to expect
Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion
The expected length of the program is 12 months, spread over three full semesters. There is also the option of part-time studies, which would result in a longer time frame for completion of the credential. The maximum allowable time for students to complete the program is three years.
For the assured pathways to SFU, the maximum time for completion is 16 months. For the competitive admission to SFU, the maximum time for completion is 3 years.
The courses are presented using a variety of face-to-face and online instructional strategies, resources and activities including lectures, laboratories, field trips, demonstrations, guest speakers, case studies, and applied practical experiences.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
All students must meet the general University Transfer requirements.
- Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
- English 12 with a C+ or equivalent
Or
English language proficiency at an English 12 level
- Pre-calculus 12 with a B or equivalent
Notes:
i) Students are required to have successfully completed prerequisite course(s) or equivalents leading to courses in the UT Science Certificate (for example: prerequisite course Chemistry 12 or equivalent needs to be successfully completed in order to take CHEM 1121-Chemistry 1).
ii) Specific post-secondary level courses may be used to substitute for high school courses.
General
- Seats are offered to applicants who have met all admission requirements, on a first-qualified, first-served basis.
- International applicants must be 17 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.
- All VCC applicants are required to function successfully in an English-speaking classroom. English requirements vary by program. For details, visit VCC International - English Requirements.
Recommended Characteristics
- Demonstrate proficiency in the English language with excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Motivated and positive attitude towards learning.
- Possess analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Some word processing experience and basic computer skills required.
Courses *
See the full schedule .
Submit the Ut first term course registration form when applying to VCC.
- UT - Arts
- UT - Sciences
- UT - Engineering
- UT - Computing
Prior learning assessment and recognition
PLAR provides students with the opportunity to have learning assessed and recognized in the form of academic credit toward the requirements of the degree credential. Students can refer to individual course outlines or check with departments for PLAR.
Courses listed below may include university-transfer, articulated courses approved for transfer credit at the time of application for the certificate.
Courses listed below may include university-transfer, articulated courses approved for transfer credit at the time of application for the certificate.
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
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Info Week at VCC
Join us online or in-person for our info sessions, April 28 - May 2.