Fraser International College
Your direct pathway to Vancouver Simon Fraser University Canada 2008/2009 Simon Fraser University ...... 1 Contents FIC – Preparing you for your future...... 2 Why choose FIC?...... 3 Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver...... 4 The campus...... 6 Your pathway to Simon Fraser University ...... 7 Your English language preparation...... 9 University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage I ...... 10 University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II: Business Administration...... 11 University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II: Computing Science...... 12 University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II: Arts and Social Sciences ...... 13 Programs of study available at Simon Fraser University ...... 14 Study Abroad Program...... 15 Admission requirements...... 16 Academic calendar...... 17 Academic requirements...... 18 Your investment...... 2 0 Your accommodation ...... 21 Supporting you while you study...... 2 2 Navitas Scholarships...... 2 2 Policies and procedures...... 24 How to apply ...... 2 5 Conditions of enrollment...... 2 6 Application form ...... 2 7 Navitas ...... 2 9 develop advance success Simon Fraser University
A dynamic university for a modern world Come discover Simon Fraser some of Canada’s best varsity University (SFU), one of Canada’s sports teams, and a vibrant and finest universities. Here you’ll international campus community. be taught by world-renowned It’s no wonder we are consistently educators and researchers. ranked one of the country’s top You’ll be surrounded by talented universities in the ‘Guide to Canadian and diverse students who share Universities’ published by Maclean’s, your passion for learning and Canada’s national news magazine. desire to make a difference. Fraser International College (FIC), And you’ll find a welcoming in association with SFU, provides and supportive international you with a predetermined pathway community to help you find your to achieving your undergraduate place and achieve your dreams. goals in the fields of Business SFU has it all – academic Administration, Computing Science excellence, innovative programs, or Arts and Social Sciences.
Message from the Vice-Chancellor and President of Simon Fraser University I would like to welcome Fraser that is reflected in the successful International College (FIC) students work of our faculty and of our to one of Canada’s leading students. SFU faculty members universities, situated in one of the are recognized internationally most beautiful and vibrant cities in and our students excel in their the world. Simon Fraser University fields after graduation. We believe (SFU) opened its doors in 1965 this record will be enhanced by challenging convention and striving our association with FIC and our for innovation in higher education. connection with its students. Dr Michael Stevenson Now, four decades later, SFU has Vice-Chancellor and President I am confident that students of FIC emerged as a formidable academic Simon Fraser University will enjoy the benefits of learning presence with an international and living on SFU’s campuses. reputation for innovative teaching, Our student residences, student research and community outreach. services, and our recreation and This reputation is built on our athletics facilities and programs strengths in the liberal arts and provide a welcoming community, sciences, as well as our distinctive making your transition to FIC and interdisciplinary and professional to SFU an enjoyable experience. programs, and our commitment to the close integration of leading- It is my pleasure to invite you to edge research and teaching. explore Fraser International College at Simon Fraser University. Our record is one of embracing risk and bold initiative; a record
1 learning opportunity journey Preparing you for your future
Your future is our priority FIC is a modern and dynamic on the SFU campus. Once you educational institution committed have successfully completed your to providing quality educational FIC studies, you will be prepared programs and support services in an for entry into your program at SFU. environment that encourages you to FIC is proud to be associated achieve excellence in your studies. with SFU and works closely with Quality teaching, outstanding the university to ensure that facilities, and academic and students receive the most up- welfare support services allow you to-date teaching, using state- the opportunity and freedom to of-the-art facilities, with one of challenge yourself in a university Canada’s most forward-thinking environment. You will study a and innovative institutions. university-designed program, taught by university lecturers, in a relaxed, friendly and supportive atmosphere Message from the Managing Director of FIC You are at an important stage FIC students are treated like in your life when you have to university students and, with choose the right pathway from the added benefits of smaller secondary school to university. It classes, students receive more is an important decision that can personalized attention in a determine your future career. dynamic and supportive learning environment that better equips At FIC, our focus is to help you them for life at university. make the right decision and make the most of the opportunities In choosing an FIC program, you available to you in achieving will be following thousands of other your ambitions. We provide successful students who have you with a unique pathway that achieved their ambitions by joining prepares you for entry into SFU, which is widely recognized tertiary studies and allows for a as one of the most creative and smooth transition into SFU. influential universities in Canada. The FIC programs and approach Take the first step towards achieving to teaching are special. University your goals with FIC. We look forward designed programs, taught by to welcoming and supporting qualified lecturers, on a university you on your journey to SFU. campus, ensure that our students have the very best preparation for the demands of higher education Bev Hudson in Canada. College Director/Principal
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Why choose FIC?
Study a university-designed program that suits your needs, on a university campus, with qualified lecturers, in smaller classes with longer teaching sessions – and FIC guarantees you entry into second year university.* University designed programs Qualified lecturers, quality Affordable tuition fees and progression to SFU education and additional and cost of living The University transfer program instruction time FIC represents a reasonable (UTP) Stage I is designed to provide A quality education is the first step option for students with a a bridge between high school to a successful future. FIC programs favorable cost of tuition fees and university. It will prepare are designed in a way which helps for quality education combined you for university studies. to fully reach your potential. They with affordable cost of living. are delivered and moderated by UTP Stage II programs are based on Flexible start dates the first year of the equivalent SFU highly qualified lecturers that are Bachelor degree programs listed on approved by SFU to ensure that the Whenever your results are pages 11, 12 and 13. You will obtain highest standards of teaching are released, there is an intake guaranteed transfer to these SFU maintained at all times. In keeping for you. FIC provides the programs when you have completed with our supportive approach, flexibility of three intakes: FIC provides more teaching hours the specified courses and met 4 January 4May 4September the Grade Point Average (GPA) per course. Instead of traditional specified for your chosen program.* three-hour teaching blocks, FIC These dates coincide with SFU’s classes are four-hour sessions. This intake dates, so no matter when University Campus with full extra academic contact allows you you finish your program at FIC access to university facilities to fully develop your knowledge and there is a new semester at SFU understanding of each course. beginning immediately afterwards. FIC is located on SFU’s Burnaby campus. You will enjoy full Small classes Document assistance access to university facilities Lectures contain a maximum FIC staff and their representatives and services, including libraries, of 35 students, often with an will assist you as required to obtain computer laboratories, sports and average of only 25 students. a Study Permit for studies in recreation facilities, on-campus Small classes provide a Canada. They will also help with visa accommodation, health services personal learning environment extensions, Medical Services Plan and career services. and more opportunities to ask applications and student ID cards Academic support your teacher questions. once you have arrived in Canada. * Entry into second year at SFU is dependent and tutorials On campus accommodation on students completing the FIC UTP Stage II program and obtaining the specified Grade FIC provides learning support in As a student of FIC you may Point Average (GPA), and being formally the form of free, tutorial classes choose to live in SFU Residences admitted to the SFU program (subject to changes in SFU’s Admissions policy). and optional meetings with your at the Burnaby campus. The lecturers. The tutorials focus new residences include a particularly on building English, dining hall and a meal plan. Mathematics and Computing skills. As well as academic support, FIC provides excellent personal support in a range of services to ensure that you are able to reach your goals.
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Vancouver, British Columbia The best place for you to study
Canada is an exciting and safe between ocean and mountains, FIC. Or drive 90 minutes north to destination for international Vancouver is Canada’s third world-famous Whistler Blackcomb students. It is a diverse country largest city and is home to an ski and snowboard resorts. Closer with a strong tradition of welcoming ethnically diverse population to home, you can kayak, row or sail people from around the world. As a of over two million people. on English Bay. You can also cycle result, Canada hosts many festivals or rollerblade around the seawall or Recognized as one of the most featuring music, heritage, art, jazz, on the city’s extensive bike trails. livable cities in the world, Vancouver theatre, food and sports events is a safe and energetic city of With our mild winters (average from many different cultures. eclectic neighborhoods, vibrant temperature 10˚C/50˚F) and Canada has one of the best cultural events and unparalleled temperate summers (average standards of living in the world. It opportunities for outdoor recreation. temperature 23˚C/73˚F), it’s easy is internationally recognized for its Whether you’re interested in to make the most of the city’s natural attractions, quality of life exploring the downtown core, natural beauty and recreational and world-class cities. As a student, experiencing the lively nightlife opportunities throughout the year. you will have the chance to explore or attending world-class theatre, Most of all, as an FIC student all that Canada has to offer. music and dance performances, you will enjoy the high level of you’ll find countless opportunities Canada offers you the opportunity personal freedom that comes with to get out and have fun. to access a wide range of high living in a safe, modern and open- quality educational programs. A Chosen as the host city for the 2010 minded community. It is the ideal Canadian degree will help you to Winter Olympics, Vancouver is ideal environment to challenge yourself achieve your career objectives and for athletic and outdoor pursuits. Ski academically and personally. And for fulfill your personal aspirations. and snowboard on the North Shore many, it represents a life-changing mountains, which are just a short experience and the beginning of Vancouver is one of the world’s drive from downtown Vancouver and an exciting pathway to SFU. great cities. Uniquely situated
5 develop success advance The campus
FIC is located on SFU’s Burnaby Mountain campus in the thriving and culturally diverse city of Burnaby, a 25-minute drive from downtown Vancouver. The Burnaby campus is one of the most awe inspiring university settings on the continent, offering a stunning panorama of mountains, cities, ocean and islands from its location at the summit of 400-meter high Burnaby Mountain.
Designed by internationally For students wanting to live on acclaimed architect Arthur Erickson, campus, SFU provides fully-catered the campus has everything you’d single room accommodation as expect of a major university, yet well as an on-campus hotel where on a scale that will make you visiting family members can stay. feel at home. The vast majority Buses operate between the campus of the 28,000 students pursue and Greater Vancouver’s rapid their studies on the pedestrian- transit system at the foot of Burnaby friendly campus, which houses Mountain on a regular basis. administrative and academic Studying at FIC will give you access offices, student services, on-ampus to all of these facilities and more. residences, the main library and the new UniverCity community of residences and shops.
6 develop success advance Your pathway to SFU
FIC offers a pre-university level program, which prepares you for entry into university level studies in Business Administration, Computing Science or Arts and Social Sciences in the UTP Stage II.
UTP Stage II programs are offered the FIC UTP Stage II and having Please note: Entry into the UTP Stage II is dependent on your successful completion of the in partnership with SFU as an met the SFU specified Grade UTP Stage I or satisfactory completion of Year 12 alternative pathway to a university Point Average (GPA), you will be equivalent. Entry into second year university is dependent on your successful completion of the degree. Courses are the equivalent eligible to apply for transfer to UTP Stage II with the specified Grade Point of the first year of the SFU degree selected SFU Bachelor degree Average (GPA). and are quality assured by SFU. programs with advanced standing Upon successful completion of status of up to 60 credit hours.
Pathways to University Bachelor degree Simon Fraser University Year 4
Year 3
Year 2 FIC
University level UTP Stage II Year 1
UTP Stage I Pre-university level (Foundation)
Year 12 or equivalent
Secondary school Year 11 or equivalent
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Type of English Academic Name of Program Course details Program requirement requirement
PAS English English and IELTS 4.5 or Academic This is a specialist ESL program Language academic equivalent requirements designed for completion prior to entry skills are the same as onto the UTP I or UTP II programs. Program (If your English training for follow on to level is lower After successful completion of UTP Stage I or II than 4.5, this program and by meeting the please contact academic entry requirements, you FIC staff for can progress onto the other advice on other FIC programs listed below. alternatives)
Mixed English and IELTS 5.0 or Completion The first semester of this program Program UTP I (Pre- equivalent of Year 11 requires you to study 15 hours per University) (no band less week of English and a maximum of UTP I or than 4.5) two academic courses. Completion In the second two semesters of Year 12 you will follow the remaining with marginal UTP I academic courses. success*
Mixed English IELTS 5.0 or Completion The first semester of this program Program and UTP II equivalent of Year 11 requires you to study 15 hours per (University (no band less week of English and a maximum UTP II or level) than 4.5) of two academic courses. Completion In the second two semesters of Year 12 you will follow the remaining with marginal UTP II academic courses. success
UTP Stage I Pre- IELTS 5.5 or Completion This course is designed for students University equivalent of Year 11 who require additional academic (no band less support prior to starting a full degree or than 5.0) equivalent program (UTP Stage II) Completion You will be required to study of Year 12 eight courses over two semesters with marginal (four courses per semester). success* * Please note that students who have completed Year 12 with marginal success, may be permitted to transfer to UTP Stage II after completing four courses with a 70% average.
UTP Stage II University IELTS 5.5 or Completion This course is equivalent to Year 1 of level equivalent of Year 12 * selected degree programs of SFU. (no band less You will be required to complete a than 5.0) minimum of 10 courses (equal to 30 credit hours) with the specified G.P.A to progress onto SFU with advanced standing of up to 30 credits. These courses will normally be completed in 3 semesters. If you do not meet the required G.P.A to transfer to SFU, you can continue to study at FIC to improve your G.P.A to the level required.
* Please see Pages 18 and 19 for academic requirements from different countries
8 develop advance success Your English language preparation
If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements for your program, we can offer you some options to improve your English language proficiency. English Classes students will study 15 hours per students are eligible to enter Fraser week of academic English at FIC. International College (FIC) without We recommend that all students providing further English test After successfully completing a take an internationally recognized scores, either directly into a UTP semester of a mixed program, English proficiency test such as program or a UTP Mixed Program. students may take a full academic IELTS or TOEFL before coming FIC staff is able to offer advice course load in the following to Canada. To enter directly into regarding the PAS application semester. Mixed Programs Stage I or Stage II, all students process at the time of applying follow the FIC intake schedule. require an IELTS score of 5.5 to FIC. PAS in English programs or equivalent, in addition to the follow the FIC intake schedule. required academic scores. If your “PAS” in English English is not yet at that level, FIC Preparation in Academic Skills (PAS) Off-campus ESL colleges can offer the following options. in English is an SFU program which For students with an IELTS of less provides English language training than 4.5 at the time of applying UTP Stage I and II for university-bound international to FIC, our staff will be able to Mixed Programs students who have achieved an offer advice regarding specialist IELTS score of 4.5 or equivalent. The Mixed Programs are designed ESL colleges in Vancouver. These PAS in English classes are also specifically for students who have ESL colleges allow students to held on the Burnaby campus of achieved an IELTS score of 5.0 or improve their English language SFU, so students can enjoy the equivalent. Students at this level of skills through intensive English experience of studying English in English will only be allowed to take programs. Most specialist ESL one of Canada’s top universities, a limited number of FIC academic colleges have monthly intake dates. courses during their first semester. with access to the facilities there. In addition to the academic Upon successful completion courses they have selected, of the PAS in English program,
9 learning opportunity journey University Transfer Program Stage I:
FIC offers a University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage I, which provides a bridge between secondary school and undergraduate studies. UTP Stage I is designed to adequately prepare you for entry to university level programs in the Business Administration, Computing Science, and Arts and Social Sciences fields. UTP Stage I consists of eight courses of study. Successful completion of the program with the necessary grades guarantees you entry to UTP Stage II. In addition to formal contact hours, FIC provides you with extra support through individual consultation with teachers, support and self-access computer laboratories.
University Transfer University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II Program (UTP) Stage I FIC UTP Stage II Required courses • Business Administration • Business Management • Computing Science • Introduction to Economics • Arts and Social Sciences • English Skills / Reading • English Skills / Writing Upon successful completion of the UTP Stage I program, you will progress to a UTP Stage II program in Business Administration, Computing Science, or Arts and Social • Introduction to Analysis Sciences, then articulate into the second year of an appropriate Bachelor degree of Algorithms program at SFU. • Introduction to Computing in Business & Life • Foundations of Mathematics • Introduction to Mathematics
10 learning opportunity journey University Transfer Program Stage II: Business Administration
The University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II in Business Administration provides the foundation for further study in many aspects of business and commerce including Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resource Management, International Business, Management Information Systems, Management and Organization Studies, Management Science and Marketing. Introduction to these many areas will enable you to choose more wisely the area in which you wish to specialise when you progress to the Bachelor degree.
UTP Stage II Simon Fraser University Business Administration programs Second year entry Required courses Bachelor of Business Administration • Calculus for the Social Sciences I Concentrations: • Critical Thinking • Accounting • Financial Accounting • Entrepreneurship • Introduction to Fiction or Introduction • Finance to Issues in Literature and Culture • Human Resource Management • Principles of Macroeconomics • International Business • Principles of Microeconomics • Management and Technology Elective courses • Management Information Systems Choose four (4) courses from the following list: • Management Science • Introduction to Communication Studies • Marketing • Introduction to Computing Science & Programming I • Introduction to Computing Science & Programming II You must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours at FIC and have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 upon completion of your UTP • Introduction to Computer Design Stage II program to be guaranteed transfer to the SFU programs listed above. • Introduction to Criminology * For those students who do not meet the math prerequisite for • Canada Since Confederation Calculus. • Contemporary Health Issues Course offerings may change without notice. • Discrete Mathematics • Precalculus* Calculus I• • Calculus II • Introduction to Politics & Government • Brain, Mind & Society • Introduction to Statistics for the Social Sciences • Literature Across Cultures • Global Perspectives on Health
• Introduction to International Politics 11 develop success advance University Transfer Program Stage II: Computing Science
The University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II in Computing Science provides the foundation courses that lead to further studies in areas including Artificial Intelligence, Computer Graphics, Programming Languages And Software, Information Systems, Computing Systems and Theoretical Computing. Introduction to these areas of Computing Science during your UTP Stage II studies will enable you to choose more wisely your preferred area of study when you progress to the Bachelor degree.
UTP Stage II Simon Fraser University programs Computing Science Second year entry Required courses Bachelor of Science (Computing Science) • Introduction to Computing Science Areas of study: & Programming I • Artificial Intelligence • Introduction to Computing Science & Programming II • Computer Graphics and Multimedia • Introduction to Computer Design • Programming Languages and Software • Introduction to Fiction or Introduction • Information Systems to Issues in Literature and Culture • Computing Systems • Discrete Mathematics • Theoretical Computing • Calculus I
• Calculus II You must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours at FIC and have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 upon completion of your UTP Stage II Elective courses program to be guaranteed transfer to the SFU programs listed above.
• Principles of Macroeconomics Course offerings may change without notice. • Principles of Microeconomics • Introduction to Communication Studies • Introduction to Criminology • Canada Since Confederation • Contemporary Health Issues • Critical Thinking • Introduction to Politics & Government • Brain, Mind & Society • Literature Across Cultures • Global Perspectives on Health • Introduction to International Politics
12 develop success advance University Transfer Program Stage II: Arts and Social Sciences
The University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II in Arts and Social Sciences provides the foundation courses that lead to further studies in areas including Economics, English, History, Political Science and Sociology. Introduction to these areas of Arts and Social Sciences during your UTP Stage II studies will enable you to choose more wisely your preferred major when you progress to the Bachelor degree.
UTP Stage II Arts and Social Sciences Required courses • Introduction to Politics • Discrete Mathematics Choose at least seven (7) & Government • Financial Accounting courses from the following list: • Brain, Mind & Society • Global Perspectives on Health • Introduction to Criminology • Literature Across Cultures • Introduction to • Introduction to Fiction Elective courses Communication Studies • Principles of Microeconomics Choose up to three (3) courses • Introduction to Computing • Principles of Macroeconomics from the following list: Science & Programming I • Canada Since Confederation • Calculus for the Social • Introduction to Computing Sciences I or Calculus I Science & Programming II • Critical Thinking • Calculus II • Introduction to • Introduction to Computer Design International Politics • Contemporary Health Issues • Precalculus • Introduction to Issues in • Introduction to Statistics Literature and Culture for the Social Sciences
Simon Fraser University programs Second year entry Bachelor of Arts • Anthropology • Economics • Humanities • Mathematics • Archaeology • English • International Studies • Philosophy • Art & Culture • Film & Video Studies • Labour Studies • Political Science • Asia-Canada • First Nations Studies • Languages • Psychology • Canadian Studies • French • Latin American • Sociology • Cognitive Science • Geography Development Studies • Statistics • Criminology • History • Linguistics • Women’s Studies
Course offerings may change without notice. You must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours at FIC and have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 upon completion of your UTP Stage II program to be guaranteed transfer to the SFU programs listed above. 13 Course offerings may change without notice. learning opportunity journey Programs of study available at SFU
SFU has over 100 programs within six faculties and consistently pushes the boundaries of academic innovation. FIC offers direct pathways into SFU degree programs in Business Administration, Computing Science and Arts & Social Sciences, however when you successfully complete UTP Stage II and transfer to SFU you may also be eligible to apply for internal transfer to other faculties or programs within SFU. The following programs may be available for internal transfer at SFU:
Faculty of Education Faculty of Science
Programs Programs • Arts Education • Actuarial Science • Industrial • Counselling and Human Development • Applied Physics Mathematics • Counselling Psychology • Bioinformatics • Management and Systems Science • Curriculum and Instruction • Biological Physics • Mathematics • Early Childhood Education • Biological Sciences • Mathematics and • Education • Chemical Physics Computing Science • Educational Leadership • Chemistry • Molecular Biology • Environmental Education • Earth Sciences and Biochemistry • Learning Disabilities • Engineering • Physics • French Education Science • Physical Geography • Mathematics Education • Environmental • Statistics Science • Physical Education
Faculty of Health Sciences Faculty of Applied Sciences Programs Programs • Social Health Science • Communication • Infectious Disease • Environmental Health
Please note: • Entry into the Faculties and programs listed above is subject to SFU’s standard admissions regulations. • Students may apply for entry to other programs but may require additional credits to complete the degree.
14 learning opportunity journey Study Abroad Program
FIC offers a one semester (4 month) Study Abroad Program for students who are interested in a short-term international academic experience. Students in the FIC Study Abroad Program have full access to all of the Simon Fraser University facilities and services including on-campus accommodation, libraries, computer labs, recreation facilities, and career services. Upon successful completion of the Study Abroad Program students have the option to continue to complete the full FIC Pre-University program (UTP I) or University Level program (UTP II). Students who successfully complete the UTP II program and who have the appropriate GPA, are eligible to transfer to Year 2 of Simon Fraser University’s bachelor degree programs with advanced standing status of up to 60 credit hours. Pre-University Level University Level Study Study Abroad Programs Abroad Programs Academic Program Academic Program FIC’s Pre-University Study Abroad The courses in the University Program prepares students for Level Study Abroad Program are entry into university level studies. equivalent to the first year of Simon Students choose up to four (4) Fraser University degree program introductory courses in subjects courses. Students choose up to four such as Business, English, (4) academic courses from a variety Mathematics and Computing. of offerings in the field of Business Administration, Computing Science Academic & English and/or Arts & Social Sciences. Language Program Academic & English The Academic & English Language Language Program Program combines full time English language study (15 hours The Academic & English Language per week) with up to two pre- Program combines full time English university academic courses. language study (15 hours per week) with up to two university level academic courses.
15 develop success advance Admission requirements
Entry into UTP Stage II programs generally requires the successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent. Entry into the UTP Stage I program generally requires the successful completion of Year 11 or equivalent outside of Canada. Specific academic requirements are listed on pages 18 and 19. Not all qualifications are listed, therefore, if you have other qualifications, please send details to FIC for assessment. If you have completed Year 12 or equivalent but your results do not qualify you for entry into UTP Stage II, you may be admitted to UTP Stage I. English language by obtaining one of the results proficiency test for direct entry requirements shown in the table below. into FIC and/or for referral to an ESL provider. Only those students If you do not meet the English The language of instruction at FIC whose first language is English will language requirements, you will is English. You must demonstrate be exempt from providing English be offered the Mixed Program a suitable level of English language language proficiency test results. proficiency before being admitted or directed to a recognized ESL into a program. This can be done provider. All applicants must submit a result from an English language
Mixed Program Direct entry English language qualification (UTP Stage I or UTP Stage II) (UTP Stage I or UTP Stage II) IELTS 5.0 with no band lower than 4.5 5.5 with no band lower than 5.0 TOEFL Computer / Paper / IBT 173 / 500 / 59 196 / 525 / 69 SPM English C6 C4 HKCEE English Level 2 English Level 3 GCE *O* Levels D C BC High School or Equivalent C C+ ETS Program Indonesia ETS Level 1 Grade A ETS Level 2 Grade B ETS Level 2 Grade B ETS Level 3 Grade A or B ETS Level 3 Grade C EIKEN Japan Eiken 2A Pre-1 International Baccalaureate Standard 4 or Higher 3 Standard 4 or Higher 5
FIC does review its admissions requirements and related English language requirements. Any changes to the requirements will be updated on the FIC website. This information is correct at time of printing.
Mathematics requirements assessment testing is available Mature age entry for those students wanting to Year 12 Mathematics at an check their math level. Students Mature age students (21 years of acceptable level is required for UTP may also be asked to complete age and over) may be admitted Stage II in Business Administration the assessment test if there are into a program without meeting and Computing Science streams. any concerns regarding their the formal academic requirements UTP Stage II students who do math background. There may be if there is documented relevant not meet this requirement will be a fee for this testing service. work experience and/or other required to complete Pre-Calculus acceptable qualifications. as a prerequisite to Calculus I. Math
16 develop success advance Academic calendar
Semester end Year Intake Orientation Semester start (including exams) 2008 September 28 August 2008 2 September 2008 12 December 2008 2009 January 2 January 2009 5 January 2009 17 April 2009 May 30 April 2009 4 May 2009 14 August 2009 September 3 September 2009 8 September 2009 17 December 2009
Dates are correct at the time of printing. Please check www.fraseric.ca for the most updated information.
17 Academic requirements
Citizenship University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage I University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II
Argentina 11 years of schooling with excellent grades Bachillerato 7/10
Australia Successful completion of Year 11 with 65% average Year 12 – UAI with minimum 65%
Higher Secondary School Certificate (10+2) with Higher Secondary School Certificate (10+2) Bangladesh 40% average Year 11 (10+1) with 70% average with 50% average in 4 academic subjects Completion of 11 years of academic Tawjahiya (Secondary School Leaving Baharain preparation with 75% average Certificate with average 67%
Botswana Cambridge Overseas School Certificate with 3 passes Additional year of study after high school
Brazilian Secondary School Leaving Brazilian Secondary School Leaving Brazil Certificate 5/10 or C+ Certificate 7 or B Grade
Brunei GCE ‘O’ Levels with passes in 3 academic subjects GCE ‘A’ Levels with passes in 2 academic subjects
Successful completion of grade 12 with 55% Canada Not applicable average with minimum 4 academic subjects Licencia de Educacion Media Secundaria with Chile Licencia de Educacion minimum 4/7 Senior Middle 3 with 65% in 4 academic subjects or China Senior Middle 3 with 75% in 4 academic subjects Senior Middle 2 with 75% in 4 academic subjects
Colombia Bachillerato with 65% average Bachillerato with 70% average
Egypt Secondary School Completion Additional year of study after high school
Form 6 School Leaving Certificate Form 7 with ‘B’ in English and Maths and passes in Fiji with overall score of 260 all other subjects with an overall score of 240 Senior Secondary Certificate Examination Completion of SSCE (WAEC / NECO) Ghana (SSSCE) average grades C4 or above or GCE ‘A’ with average grades C6 or above Levels with passes in 2 academic subjects Form 5 (HKCEE) – with minimum ‘E’ Form 7 (HKALE) – 1 ‘A’ level and 2 ‘AS’ level passes Hong Kong passes in 3 academic subjects or 2 ‘A’ level passes All India Secondary School Certificate with 45% average All India Senior Secondary School Certificate with India or Year 11 with 55% average in 4 academic subjects 50% average in 4 academic subjects SMU 2 with an average grade of SMU 3 with an average grade of 7.0 in Indonesia 7.0 in 4 academic subjects 4 academic subjects International International Baccalaureate 20 International Baccalaureate 22 Baccalaureate Bagrut/Mechina (Matriculation Bagrut/Mechina (Matriculation Certificate) Israel Certificate) with a minimum 5/10 with a minimum 7/10 4 year High School Diploma or Pre-University Certificate Iran 3 year High School Diploma (Peeshdaneshgahe) with 65% minimum average Successful completion of Kotogakko Successful completion of Kotogakko year 3 Japan year 2 with 3.0 average with 3.0 average Certificate of General Secondary Education with Jordan Tawjihi with 55 – 60% average in academic subjects 67% average in academic subjects
Kazakhstan Completion of Atestat with 3.5 Completion of Atestat with 4.0
KCSE D average or GCE ‘O’ levels with KCSE C+ average or 2 GCE ‘A’ levels passes Kenya passes in 3 academic subjects with D average Senior High School Leaving Certificate Senior High School Leaving Certificate Korea Year 2 with a 70% or C average Year 3 with a 70% or C average Shahadat al-thanawia-al-a’ama (Secondary School Shahadat al-thanawia-al-a’ama (Secondary School Kuwait Leaving Certificate) with minimum average 50% Leaving Certificate) with minimum average 65%
Form 5 (HKCEE) – passes in 3 academic Form 7 (HKALE) with 1 ‘A’ Level and 2 ‘AS’ level passes Macau (HKSAR/PRC) subjects (E) or Senior Middle 2 with 75% or Senior Middle 3 with 75% in 4 academic subjects
18 Citizenship University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage I University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II
Successful completion of Form 5 (SPM) with STPM – 2 passes at minimum D grade or Malaysia passes in 3 academic subjects Senior Middle Three with 4 ‘C+’ grades Bachillerato with 5.0 in academic subjects or Mexico Bachillerato with 7.0 in academic subjects completion of Year 11 with 7.0 in 4 academic subjects Completion of SSCE (WAEC / NECO) with an average Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSSC) Nigeria of five credit grades C6 or above with a minimum score of C4 or above Thanawiya amma (Secondary School Leaving Thanawiya amma (Secondary School Leaving Oman Certificate) with a minimum average of 60% Certificate – Year 12) with a minimum average of 75% Intermediate Secondary School Certificate (10 + 1) Intermediate (IC)/Higher Secondary School Certificate Pakistan with 45% average (HSC – 10+2) with average 50% in 4 academic subjects Certificado de Educacion Secundaria – average Certificado de Educacion Secundaria – average Peru grade 10 grade 12 High School Graduation Diploma (10 years) plus one High School Graduation Diploma (10 years) plus two Philippines year of university study with a minimum average of C years of university study with a minimum average of C Tawjihiyya (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with 60% average in academic subjects or Tawjihiyya (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) Qatar successful completion of year 11 equivalent with with 75% average in academic subjects 75% in academic subjects Certificate of Secondary Education Grade 11 Certificate of Secondary Education or Upper Russian with 3.5 average Secondary Education with minimum 4 Tawjihiyah (General Secondary Education Certificate) with 60% average in academic subjects Tawjihiyah (General Secondary Education Certificate) Saudi Arabia or successful completion of year 11 equivalent with with 75% average in academic subjects 75% in academic subjects Singapore GCE ‘A’ Levels with ‘D’ Singapore GCE ‘O’ Levels with passes in 3 academic subjects passes in 2 academic subjects Senior Certificate with ‘C’ average or matriculation South Africa Successful completion of year 11 with ‘C’ average endorsement with minimum 50% GCE ‘A’ Levels with ‘D’ passes in 2 academic subjects Sri Lanka GCE ‘O’ Levels with passes in 3 academic subjects or 3 Sri Lankan ‘A’ Levels with ‘D’ average Avgangsbetyg with 10 points or ‘G’ in 3 Sweden 2 years of Upper Secondary schooling subjects including ‘G’ in English Senior Middle Three with ‘B’ or 70% Taiwan Senior Middle Two with ‘B’ average average in four academic subjects Cambridge Overseas School Certificate (COSC) Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate / East African Certificate of Education (EACE) (COHSC) / East African Advanced Certificate of Tanzania with grade ‘D’ or higher or GCE ‘O’ Levels Education (EAACE) with grade ‘D’ or higher or GCE with passes in 3 academic subjects ‘A’ Levels with ‘D’ passes in 2 academic subjects
Thailand Matayom 5 with 2.5 average Matayom 6 with 2 average
General public diploma with GPA 3.0 or higher OR General public diploma (of any types) with GPA Turkey Anatolian High School or Private High School with between 2.5 and 3.0 with no math subjects below 2.5 GPA 2.5 or higher, with no math subjects below 2.5 Tawjihiyya with 50 – 59% average in academic UAE Tawjihiyya with 70% average in academic subjects subjects or 11 years of education with 75% average Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate Cambridge Overseas School Certificate (COSC) (COHSC) / East African Advanced Certificate of / East African Certificate of Education (EACE) Uganda Education (EAACE) with grade ‘D’ or higher or GCE with grade ‘D’ or higher or GCE ‘O’ Levels ‘A’ Levels with ‘D’ passes in 2 academic subjects with passes in 3 academic subjects
United Kingdom GCE ‘O’ Levels with 3 passes GCE ‘A’ levels 2 passes with minimum D grade
Successful completion of grade 12 GPA United States of America Successful completion of year 11 2.5 (D+) or SAT (2005) score 1100
Vietnam Successful completion of Year 11 with 7.0 average Year 12 with average 7.0 average
Zambian School Certificate with 5 or higher Zambia GCE ‘O’ Levels with passes in 3 academic subjects in 4 academic subjects or GCE ‘A’ Levels with ‘D’ average passes in 2 academic subjects ZIMSEC A’ Levels or GCE ‘A’ Levels with ‘D’ Zimbabwe GCE ‘O’ Levels with passes in 3 academic subjects average passes in 2 academic subjects
FIC reviews its admissions requirements and related academic requirements. Any changes to the requirements will be updated on the FIC website. This information is correct at time of printing.
19 Your investment
Fees and charges for 2008/2009 academic year
Normal duration Total program fees English language program Mixed Program (English component only) 1 semester C$3,200 (plus additional costs on a per course basis) Pre-university level program UTP Stage I 2 semesters C$12,880 University level programs UTP Stage II in Business Administration 3 semesters C$15,000 UTP Stage II in Computing Science 3 semesters C$15,000 UTP Stage II in Arts and Social Sciences 3 semesters C$15,000 Study Abroad Programs Academic Program – Pre-University 1 semester C$6,440 Academic Program – University Level 1 semester C$6,000 Academic & English Language Program - Pre-University 1 semester C$6,420 Academic & English Language Program - University Level 1 semester C$6,200 PAS English Language Program Application fee (non refundable) C$200 Program fee 1 semester C$4,775 Other fees and charges Medical insurance (compulsory) 3 months# C$120 Student services and recreation (compulsory) Per semester C$115 Airport reception* (non-refundable) C$75 - $85 Homestay placement fee* (non-refundable) C$175 - $250 Homestay* Per week (full board) C$188 On-campus accommodation application C$25 On-campus accommodation 1 semester C$2,085 - $2,245 On-Campus Meal Plan 1 semester C$1,350 Custodianship initial set up (non-refundable) C$150 Custodianship per semester C$75
Please note: Fees are for 2008/2009 and will change in September 2009. Fees and charges are in Canadian Dollars. Fees and charges are subject to change without notice. *Payable to homestay providers. #FIC will provide students with information on how to get medical coverage from the Medical Services Plan of B.C. (C$54 per month). GST: GST where applicable is not included in the fees schedule.
Program fees include: utilities, text books, recreation and a brother, sister, mother, father, entertainment. Telecommunication, son, daughter or stepchildren. • Orientation program recreation and entertainment costs The family bursary is granted to • Full tuition will vary according to individual the second and subsequent family • Access to libraries student’s requirements. These members who study at a Navitas and laboratories amounts will not cover major institution. The bursary is equivalent • Study skills and academic expenses such as buying a car, to 10 percent of the tuition fee for support tutorials television, stereo or computer. the first eight courses of study in Program fees do not include: Navitas family bursary the UTP Stage I and for the first ten courses of study in the UTP • Books and stationery Navitas offers financial support in Stage II. It is credited to the eligible • Equipment the form of family bursaries. The student’s tuition fee account • Accommodation Navitas family bursary applies where each semester (the amount being • Meals two or more students from the same relevant to the number of courses • Medical insurance family study at a Navitas institution. undertaken in that semester). Only • Transportation The first family member can be one family bursary will be granted studying at a Navitas institution Living costs per student regardless of the at the same time as other family In addition to your tuition fees, number of family members who members or may have studied at you will need between C$12,000 have studied at a Navitas institution. any Navitas institution previously. and C$14,000 to meet your For the purpose of this bursary, Please note: For students attending FIC, the expenses each year. This includes Navitas family bursary is not applicable to a family member is defined as English language programs or any component accommodation, food, transport, of an English language program.
20 develop advance success Your accommodation
FIC offers a range of accommodation options to suit your needs. These include on- campus accommodation, homestay and off-campus accommodation. Students under 19 must be in accommodation acceptable to their parents and FIC.
SFU Residences Homestay Off-campus accommodation (on campus accommodation) For many students, the opportunity A wide range of off-campus FIC students may choose to live to stay with a Canadian family, accommodation including in SFU residences at the Burnaby off-campus and in the community, hostels, boarding houses, private campus, just a short walk from offers a special appeal. As a rentals and shared accommodation your classes. New residences that homestay student, you will have the is available to FIC students. opened in 2004 and 2005 feature chance to be a part of the family, The following resources are the extra long beds, shared TVs and taking part in family activities and best places to start looking for microwaves in common rooms, celebrating special occasions. off-campus accommodation: and wiring for high speed Internet All families are within commuting • online at: access. The new residences distance of SFU. Homestay www.homes4students.ca or include a dining hall and a meal includes breakfast, lunch and www.sfuoffcampushousing.com plan that is available for the dinner. Your homestay package entire residence community. • classified advertisements may be upgraded to include special in Vancouver newspapers Life at the centre of it all, barbeque amenities such as Internet or a including The Province and nights, movie nights and “rez” private bathroom upon request. The Vancouver Sun ( h t t p :// challenges are just some of FIC’s preferred homestay providers vancouver.renting.canada.com) the regular activities that make are First Choice International residence fun! SFU student staff Placement Inc. and Vancouver and volunteers are there to help you Central Homestay. To explore make the most of your residence homestay options in Vancouver refer experience – whether it is sharing to www.fciplacement.com or www. study tips, letting you know where to vancouvercentralhomestay.com find the best cup of coffee or inviting you to join in a volleyball game. For Application forms and payment many students, residence life is information for homestay can one the most memorable aspects be found on the individual of their undergraduate experience. provider’s websites. To apply online, please refer to: http://students.sfu.ca/residences/
21 learning opportunity journey Supporting you while you study
FIC is committed to helping students achieve their goals by providing many support services. As an FIC student, you will have access to these services as well as the student services offered by SFU.
Study and learning support Personal support • Students registered for SFU on-campus accommodation At FIC, we understand that the A free and confidential advising are automatically registered transition to university-level study service is available to all FIC for dormitory orientation and can be difficult for some students. students. Things often do not go the encouraged to participate fully. To assist you in developing the study way we had planned or sometimes Please note: Attendance at Orientation skills necessary to successfully problems of a personal nature arise. is compulsory for all new students. complete your program of study, An Advisor is available to meet with FIC offers a variety of different study you to discuss a range of problems Airport reception and learning support services. or concerns that you may have Airport reception information can while you are at FIC. If anything Our Student Advisor, in conjunction be found on the FIC website. For is preventing you from enjoying with various teaching staff, runs those students staying in homestay, your academic, social or personal a number of support tutorials and the company responsible for life, then seeing the FIC Advisor is workshops throughout the semester your accommodation will help often a very good start in resolving for students who want to develop you to make arrangements for these issues. FIC students also their study skills in areas such as airport reception and transfer have access to the excellent health time management, essay writing to your homestay. Students and counselling services of SFU. and examination techniques. staying in Residence will find Peer tutoring programs also run Orientation airport reception options on the throughout each semester to assist FIC website in the student life students in areas such as math Orientation is a series of activities section. Airport reception must and English. The Student Advisor and programs which provide you be booked a minimum of two and other teaching staff are also with valuable information and weeks in advance of arrival. available for individual or group assistance to help you make a appointments throughout the smooth transition to study at FIC. Campus security semester if you need assistance What happens at Orientation? 24-hour security is provided with assignment drafting, on all SFU campuses to answer researching, and referencing. • Select and enroll in courses enquiries and provide assistance and create a timetable International students who need and support to students. Security extra help with their spoken • Obtain program information can arrange an escort to take and written English skills will • Obtain student ID card you to your vehicle or on-campus also find the free English support accommodation, particularly • Obtain information about tutorials offered each semester on weekends or after dark. your Medical insurance very helpful. We encourage you to participate fully in these • Be introduced to FIC services programs and to contact the and facilities friendly staff at FIC for advice and • Tour the campus and library assistance as soon as you are • Meet new friends and FIC staff finding things a little difficult.
22 learning opportunity journey
Medical insurance FIC offers students the opportunity Transition to Simon to become a certified peer Fraser University All international students must have educator, contribute to the medical insurance whilst studying student newsletter and plan FIC organizes special information in Canada. Private insurance activities for fellow students. sessions for students due to must be purchased prior to your complete their UTP Stage II and arrival at FIC. David Cummings Students have the chance to transfer to SFU. In the information Insurance Services Ltd (DCIS) is join various events and activities sessions, you are provided with FIC’s preferred insurance provider throughout the semester information about the second for medical insurance. For further organized by either the SFU year courses and majors available, details regarding medical insurance, Student Association or by FIC. program structure and application please contact DCIS by e-mailing We encourage you to participate process for your chosen degree. In [email protected] and enjoy these opportunities. addition, you will attend specifically At Orientation, FIC staff will Disability support designed orientation sessions assist students with completing to help you make a successful application forms for B.C’s Medical FIC is committed to providing equal transition to second year of Services Plan (MSP). MSP coverage opportunities for students with your degree program at SFU. disabilities and promotes strategies commences three months after A Graduation ceremony is held to develop a flexible teaching and your date of arrival in Canada. on a regular basis for students learning environment, which is This is a mandatory provincial who successfully complete able to meet the needs of a diverse government plan for all British their UTP Stage II at FIC. Columbia residents. Information range of students. To facilitate the about the British Columbia Medical assessment of support services Services Plan and how to apply is which may be required for the available at www.hibc.gov.bc.ca academic program to which you or at the FIC office. FIC requires seek entry, FIC encourages you all students to maintain current to provide information regarding health insurance coverage. the nature of your disability and your special needs during Student activities FIC’s marketing, admission and enrollment procedures. We understand that for students, the main reason they are here is to FIC is always available to assist study, but participating in extra- you to ensure that you are able to curricular activities and getting out succeed in your chosen program and about is important too. FIC of study. It is important that encourages you to interact and you advise the Student Advisor enjoy your experience in Canada of your disability as early as by taking a break from your studies possible so that arrangements and having some fun. Being involved can be made to ensure that you in non-academic interests, whilst enjoy your experience at FIC. studying at FIC, helps you to develop a network of friends which broadens your outlook and skills.
23 develop success advance Policies and procedures
To comply with legislative requirements, FIC has a number of policies and procedures in place. These policies and procedures include privacy, academic misconduct, academic probation and exclusion, care arrangements for students under 19 years of age, and examination processes.
Privacy Act conducting yourself in a professional manner at all times, and treating FIC is bound by the Privacy Act fellow students and staff with which regulates the way private respect, honesty and courtesy. sector organizations can collect, use and disclose personal information. Grievance procedures, Code of Conduct appeals or complaints FIC has policies and procedures for FIC plays an important role in dealing with student complaints, the lives of students. All students grievances and appeals in a studying at FIC have the right to be constructive and timely manner. treated with respect and courtesy by Independent dispute resolution is FIC staff and fellow students in an available if you feel that a grievance environment free from harassment has not been resolved satisfactorily. and conducive to learning. FIC expects you to abide by the Access and equity Code of Conduct by accepting FIC is committed to equal responsibility for your behavior and opportunity for all students to ensure that no student who has met the specified academic and English language entry requirements is denied access to a program and that no student, once enrolled in a course, is disadvantaged. All FIC staff, both academic and administrative, are responsible for ensuring that any student with disabilities is treated with dignity and courtesy, and given every opportunity to reach their full educational potential. develop success advance How to apply
1. International students are to not been met at the time of 7. On receipt of payment, your complete the Application form application will be included place at FIC will be confirmed on pages 27 and 28 or apply in the Offer and must be met in writing. International online at the following website: prior to course enrolment. students will receive a Letter http://www.fraseric.ca/online_ 5. In order to accept the offer of Acceptance which you must app.html. Canadian Citizens of a place, it is necessary present along with the fees and Permanent Residents are to pay the fees and charges receipt and Letter of Offer to a not eligible to study at FIC at due. These include 50% of the Canadian Diplomatic Mission this time. program fees, plus the Medical in your home country when 2. Attach certified copies of all Insurance charge. Payment of applying for a Study Permit. academic qualifications including the amount due should be made Sufficient time for the issue of a school reports and official in Canadian Dollars to Fraser Study Permit should be allowed examination certificates plus International College by bank before the commencement of English language test results and cheque or international bank the program. This timeframe may relevant employment documents. draft. Payment may also be made vary from country to country. Please ensure that your current by direct deposit or telegraphic How to apply for a name is added to copies obtained transfer to the following account: Study Permit under a former name and that Beneficiary: certified translations accompany Fraser International Prospective international students documents that are not in English. College Limited intending to study in Canada Copies can be certified by: Bank name: must obtain a Study Permit from a Canadian Diplomatic • the official records Royal Bank of Canada Main Branch, Royal Centre, Mission in their home country department of the before embarking for Canada. institution that originally 1025 West Georgia Street, issued the documents Vancouver, British Columbia, The main requirements for Canada, V6E 3N9 Study Permit application are: • a Justice of the Peace or Account number: Notary Public 116 - 981-2 • a Letter of Offer from FIC • an authorized FIC Transit #: • a Letter of Acceptance from representative 00010 FIC after the respective fees SWIFT code: • a Canadian Diplomatic and charges have been paid Mission or Canadian ROYCCAT2 • a medical check-up as Education Centre. If you pay by direct deposit required by regulation or telegraphic transfer, you 3. Send your application to FIC via • proof of financial support as must provide FIC with proof of fax, e-mail attachment or to one required by regulation. payment (such as a receipt). of our representative offices. Please quote your student FIC’s local representatives will 4. If your application is successful, number on the telegraphic be glad to assist you with your you will be sent a Letter of transfer or direct deposit. Study Permit application. You can Offer from FIC explaining also find extensive information 6. We accept Visa and Master card the programs you have been through the Canada Immigration payments online at the following offered, the fees payable and website at: www.cic.gc.ca. website: http://www.fraseric. the program commencement ca/banking/pay.html and Debit date. Any conditions that have card payments in the office.
25 Conditions of enrolment Fees 3. Notification of cancellation or withdrawal from 1. All fees, charges and accounts are payable in advance as course(s), or withdrawal or deferral from a program determined by FIC from time to time. Students will not be permitted of study must be made in writing to FIC. to commence or continue their program at the beginning of any 4. Students who dispute FIC’s decision regarding a refund, have semester until all outstanding fees, charges and accounts are paid. access to an independent grievance resolution process. This does 2. Fees are correct at the time of printing. FIC reserves the not circumscribe the student’s right to pursue other legal remedies right to vary its fees at any time without notice. or take further action under Canada’s consumer protection laws. 3. Where a student studies less than or more than a 5. In case of cancellation or withdrawal, the cancellation full semester load, the student will pay the current fee (and administration charge if relevant) will be per course fee for each course undertaken. calculated as shown in the table below. 4. Should it be necessary for the student to repeat 6. In case of deferral, the fees will be retained by FIC until a course, the full amount is payable. commencement of studies. If the student subsequently withdraws, the Fee Refund Policy will apply as at the date FIC was advised 5. Any overpayment of fees will remain credited towards in writing of their withdrawal. FIC reserves the right to apply a student’s account and applied against charges in a the Fee Refund Policy to the date of the initial deferral. subsequent semester unless the student has completed, cancelled or withdrawn from their program. 7. Where a Study Permit renewal is rejected due to a breach in Study Permit conditions, a student must withdraw from FIC and the 6. No refunds are given for tuition fees unless the student has cancellation fee will be calculated as shown in the table below. completed, cancelled or withdrawn from their program. 8. Students whose enrollment is terminated by FIC will not be entitled to Study Permit conditions any refund of fees. Any fee refund is wholly at the discretion of FIC. 1. For specific information on Study Permit 9. FIC reserves the right to withdraw a program or course(s) from offer Conditions refer to www.cic.gc.ca at its discretion. If a student is unable to enroll in a similar program or course(s) at FIC and the enrollment is cancelled, all fees will 2. Study Permits are usually issued for the period of the program. be refunded with the exception of a C$235 administration fee. Students wishing to extend their Study Permit should first consult FIC for assistance. Students must leave Canada or seek a new 10. All refunds under this Fee Refund Policy will be paid within four Study Permit before expiration of their current Study Permit. (4) weeks of receiving a written claim from the student. 3. FIC requires that international students pay for private 11. Refunds are to be paid to the person who enters into the contract Medical insurance then join the British Columbia with FIC, unless the person gives a written direction to FIC to pay Medical Services Plan while staying in Canada. the refund to another person.
Other conditions Notification period Cancellation fee 1. The student is expected to attend all classes, undertake all Study Permit refusal (Proof of C$235 tests and examinations during a program, and abide by all refusal necessary, for example, rules and regulations of FIC that are in force at any time. letter of Study Permit rejection 2. The contract between the applicant and FIC is governed by from Canadian embassy) the laws of Canada and the Province of British Columbia. Notification received prior to commencement of classes 3. FIC may, by written notice, vary the conditions of enrollment as may be necessary to comply with any law, regulation or amendment (in any semester): thereof, of Canada or the Province of British Columbia. More than 10 weeks C$500 4. In the event of circumstances requiring urgent medical (+ C$500 administration fee) care and where it is not possible to contact the parent/ More than 4 weeks and 30% of semester fees guardian, FIC is authorized as a matter of urgency to seek and provide appropriate medical care. up to 10 weeks (+ C$500 administration fee) 5. International students must meet the minimum English language 4 weeks or less 60% of semester fees requirements for entry to the program. English proficiency will be (+ C$500 administration fee) tested and if the test reveals insufficient English language skills, Notification received after commencement of classes the student will be required to include a bridging English course in the first semester of study, or to enroll in an intensive English (in any semester): language program prior to the commencement of studies. Weeks 1 - 4 70% of semester fees (+ C$500 administration fee) Deferral If a student wishes to defer their admission until a later semester, FIC will Weeks 5 - 14 No refund hold the fees paid until commencement without levying a penalty. If the Withdrawal of single course(s): student subsequently withdraws, the Fee Refund Policy will apply as at the date FIC was advised in writing of their withdrawal. FIC reserves the Weeks 1 - 4 No penalty right to apply the Fee Refund Policy to the date of the initial deferral. (Funds remain with FIC and are credited against enrollment in a Deferral after enrolment subsequent semester. Fees are If a student wishes to defer their program after enrolment and forfeited if the student does not within the first four (4) weeks of program commencement, FIC re-enroll in a subsequent semester.) will transfer any fees paid to the next semester. If the student subsequently withdraws, the Fee Refund Policy applies from the date Weeks 5 - 14 No refund FIC received advice regarding the leave of absence. If the student Withdrawal from program: applies for a leave of absence from the fifth week of the semester, their place will be held but all tuition fees applicable to that absence Weeks 1 - 4 70% of semester fees will only be approved for illness or compassionate reasons. (+ C$500 administration fee)
Fee Refund Policy Weeks 5 - 14 100% of course fess
1. For the purposes of this Fee Refund Policy, semester fees are The cancellation fees listed above refer only to your tuition fees defined as one full-time semester of study in any program at FIC. at FIC. For cancellation fees related to airport reception and 2. If an applicant accepts a place offered by FIC and pays the fees, homestay placement, please contact First Choice International a binding contract is created between the student and FIC. Placement Inc. or Vancouver Central Homestay.
26 Application form Please print in BLOCK LETTERS
Personal details Education details Title: Mr Ms Other Secondary education – highest level achieved Family name: Name of qualification (eg. Year 12, HKALE or ‘A’ Levels): Given names:
Preferred name: School attended: Date of birth: / / (day/month/year)
Gender: Male Female Completed: Yes No Contact details Country/State: Address in Canada (if known): Language of instruction: Post-secondary and further education
Name of qualification:
Institution attended:
Completed: Address in home country (must be applicant’s address – not agent’s address): Yes No Please attach certified copies of all academic transcripts or mark sheets. Employment history If you believe you have relevant employment experience, please attach details. Program selection Please complete the relevant section for each program you wish to Mobile telephone: undertake. If you wish to study at FIC and then at SFU, you must complete both FIC and SFU sections. Business telephone: English Language Preparation Home telephone: Preparation in Academic Skills (PAS) Email (must be applicant’s email – not agent’s email): Fraser International College (FIC) Pre-university level Country of birth: UTP Stage I Nationality: Study Abroad Program (one semester) Passport number: University level UTP Stage II in Business Administration English proficiency UTP Stage II in Computing Science IELTS or TOEFL score: UTP Stage II in Arts and Social Sciences Study Abroad Program (one semester) Other: Commencement Are you currently enrolled in an English language specialist school? Please indicate the year and semester you wish to begin your Yes No studies. If yes, name of school: Year: January May September Simon Fraser University (SFU) Current level of English: Preferred program (if known):
Preferred major (if known): Accommodation Disclaimer (for students 19 years and older) Do you require accommodation? I grant FIC permission to provide my parent(s) or guardian(s), when Yes No requested, with any information pertaining to my application to study, If you ticked “Yes” above, information will be emailed to you regarding ongoing academic progress, results and attendance. the accommodation options available. Yes No Airport reception Application checklist Do you require airport pick-up? Check that you have: Yes No Completed all sections of the Application form If you ticked “Yes” above, information will be emailed to you regarding Read and understood the Conditions of Enrollment including the airport pick-up. Fee Refund Policy on page 22. Check that you have attached: Request for learning support Certified copies of your academic qualifications If there is anything that may affect your learning (for example Evidence of your English language ability if required impairments to your mobility, sight, hearing, reading or writing), please A copy of your passport, Study Permit or birth certificate notify FIC and SFU so that we can support you. Please indicate your if required needs on a separate sheet of paper and attach to this application. Any relevant employment documentation if required Medical insurance requirements Declaration I understand it is a requirement of my admission to FIC to I declare that the information I have supplied on this form is, to the best of my obtain and maintain Medical insurance for the first three (3) understanding and belief, complete and correct. I understand that the giving months followed by membership of the British Columbia of false or incomplete information may lead to the refusal of my application or Medical Services Plan. cancellation of enrollment. I have read and understood the published course information in the brochure or website and I have sufficient information about FIC Sponsored students only and SFU to enroll. I give FIC and SFU permission to obtain official records from Type of sponsorship (ie. tuition fees and/or living expenses): an educational institution attended by me. I grant FIC permission to provide SFU with any information pertaining to my application to study, ongoing academic progress, results and attendance for the purposes of admission and transfer. I understand that FIC and SFU collects, stores and uses personal information only for the purposes of administering prospective, current and graduate student Name of organization sponsoring you: admissions, enrollment and education and that the information collected is confidential and will not be disclosed to third parties without my consent, except to meet government, legal or other regulatory authority requirements (for further information consult FIC’s Privacy Policy and SFU’s Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Policy). Other information I understand that if I have applied through an approved FIC and/or SFU agent, How did you first learn about FIC? You may tick more than one. all correspondence relating to my application will be forwarded to that agent. I Exhibition/Seminar understand that fees may rise. I accept liability for payment of all fees as explained in this brochure, and I agree to abide by the Fee Refund Policy which is current at Newspaper/Magazine the time of my studies at FIC. I understand that this may be different to the Fee Recommended by a friend/relative Refund Policy as specified in this brochure. I have also read the section in the FIC Recommended by an education agent brochure relating to costs of living and I understand that living expenses in Canada Internet may be higher than in my own country and I confirm that I am able to meet these Other costs. I understand that by signing this Application form, I will be sent a Letter of Please specify: Offer for FIC. I understand that after I commence the UTPII program at FIC, I must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours before I can transfer to SFU. I authorize FIC to give information about my application for student housing to SFU Office use only Residence and Housing Department pertaining to my accommodation needs. I also authorize SFU Residence and Housing Department to give information about Identification number: my application for student housing to FIC pertaining to my accommodation needs. Application number: Applicant’s signature:
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Postal Address for applications: Admissions Officer Burnaby, BC, Canada V5A 4W9 Fraser International College Phone: +1 778 782 5011 Simon Fraser University, Fax: +1 778 782 5101 Burnaby Campus Email: [email protected] MTF Building, Discovery Park Internet: www.fraseric.ca Suite 100, 8900 Nelson Way OekhMehbZ" CVk^iVhA^b^iZY [dgbZgan>7I:YjXVi^dcA^b^iZY ^hV BZbWZghVcYV[[^a^ViZhd[CVk^iVh/ aZVYZg^ci]ZYZkZadebZciVcYegdk^h^dcd[ZYjXVi^dcVa 6JHIG6A>6 hZgk^XZhVcYaZVgc^c\hdaji^dch#I]ZXdbeVcnZmXZah^c jcYZghiVcY^c\i]ZldgaY¼haZVgc^c\cZZYhVcYXdci^cjVaan 68A VYVeihidbZZii]ZcZZYhd[i]ZX]Vc\^c\\adWVa 6jhigVa^Vc8VbejhCZildg` 68C Zck^gdcbZci#CVk^iVh¼Wjh^cZhhbdYZalVhXdcXZ^kZY^c 6jhigVa^Vc8daaZ\Zd[6eea^ZYEhnX]dad\n 686E i]ZZVgan&..%hVcYi]Z[^ghideZgVi^dclVhZhiVWa^h]ZY 6jhigVa^Vc8daaZ\Zd[:c\a^h] 68: ^cEZgi]!LZhiZgc6jhigVa^V^c&..)l^i]:Y^i]8dlVc 6jhigVa^VcI:HDAIgV^c^c\8ZcigZ 6II8 Jc^kZgh^inVh^iheVgicZgjc^kZgh^in#IdYVn!i]ZXdbeVcn¼h 8ZcigZ[dg:c\a^h]AVc\jV\Z^ci]ZJc^kZgh^ind[Hdji] Y^kZghZWjh^cZhh^ciZgZhih^cXajYZ/ 6jhigVa^V 8:AJH6 XdaaZ\Zhi]Vid[[ZgegZ"jc^kZgh^inVcYjc^kZgh^ineVi]lVn 8jgi^c>ciZgcVi^dcVa8daaZ\Z 8>8 egd\gVbh^cVhhdX^Vi^dcl^i]aZVY^c\jc^kZgh^i^Zh^c :ncZhWjgn>ciZgcVi^dcVa :> 6jhigVa^V!8VcVYVVcYi]ZJc^iZY@^c\Ydb0 ABIgV^c^c\HeZX^Va^hih ABIH jc^kZgh^inXVbejhZhdeZgViZYdcWZ]Va[d[aZVY^c\ BVXfjVg^Z8^in8Vbejh BF8 6jhigVa^Vcjc^kZgh^i^Zh0 BZaWdjgcZ>chi^ijiZd[7jh^cZhhVcYIZX]cdad\n B>7I :c\a^h]aVc\jV\ZigV^c^c\egdk^YZghi]Vid[[ZgVY^kZghZ EZgi]>chi^ijiZd[7jh^cZhhVcYIZX]cdad\n E>7I gVc\Zd[egd\gVbhidhijYZcih!iZVX]Zgh!idjg^hihVcY Edaa^c- b^\gVcih[gdbVaadkZgi]ZldgaY0 FjZZchaVcY>chi^ijiZd[7jh^cZhhVcYIZX]cdad\n F>7I XdgedgViZigV^c^c\VcYegd[Zhh^dcVaYZkZadebZci Hdji]6jhigVa^V>chi^ijiZd[7jh^cZhhVcYIZX]cdad\n H6>7I egdk^YZghi]Vid[[Zgegd\gVbhVcYXjhidb^hZYigV^c^c\id HnYcZn>chi^ijiZd[7jh^cZhhVcYIZX]cdad\n H>7I XdgedgViZVcY^cY^k^YjVaXa^Zcih0 I]ZHnYcZn8Vbejhd[8jgi^cJc^kZgh^ind[IZX]cdad\n 8jgi^cHnYcZn hijYZcigZXgj^ibZciWjh^cZhhZhi]VigZXgj^i^ciZgcVi^dcVa hijYZcih[dgZYjXVi^dcVa^chi^iji^dch^c6jhigVa^V!8VcVYV! O6B7>6 i]ZJc^iZY@^c\Ydb0VcY 6jhigVa^Vc>chi^ijiZd[7jh^cZhhVcYIZX]cdad\n 6>7I a^XZchZZVggVc\ZbZcihl^i]^chi^iji^dchVcYXdbeVc^Zh @:CN6 i]Vid[[ZgCVk^iVhegd\gVbhdjih^YZ6jhigVa^V# 6jhigVa^VcHijY^Zh>chi^ijiZ 6JH> HG>A6C@6 6jhigVa^Vc8daaZ\Zd[7jh^cZhVcYIZX]cdad\n 687I >C9DC:H>6 BZaWdjgcZ>chi^ijiZd[7jh^cZhhVcYIZX]cdad\n>cYdcZh^V Vancouver Swansea Cambridge London Winnipeg B>7I>cYdcZh^V 86C696 ;gVhZg>ciZgcVi^dcVa8daaZ\Z ;>8 Colombo >ciZgcVi^dcVa8daaZ\Zd[BVc^idWV >8B Nairobi JC>I:9@>C<9DB Jakarta Darwin Lusaka Cairns =Zgi[dgYh]^gZ>ciZgcVi^dcVa8daaZ\Zd[7jh^cZhh Brisbane Perth Adelaide Sydney VcYIZX]cdad\n =>7I Melbourne AdcYdc>ciZgcVi^dcVa8daaZ\Zd[7jh^cZhh VcYIZX]cdad\n A>7I >ciZgcVi^dcVa8daaZ\ZLVaZhHlVchZV >8LH 8VbWg^Y\ZGjh`^c>ciZgcVi^dcVa8daaZ\Z 8G>8 6jhigVa^Vc8daaZ\Zd[7jh^cZhhVcYIZX]cdad\n 687I VcYBZaWdjgcZ>chi^ijiZd[7jh^cZhhVcYIZX]cdad\n>cYdcZh^V B>7I"> VgZV[[^a^ViZYdg\Vc^hVi^dchVcYVgZcdidlcZYWnCVk^iVhA^b^iZY# 8G>8DHEgdk^YZgCjbWZgh/AVIgdWZJc^kZgh^in%''&-@ CHL 08jgi^c>ciZgcVi^dcVa8daaZ\Z%'%)'<08jgi^cJc^kZgh^ind[IZX]cdad\n%%(%&?0I]ZHnYcZn8Vbejhd[8jgi^cJc^kZgh^ind[IZX]cdad\n %'+(,70:YjXVi^dcVa:ciZgeg^hZh6jhigVa^VEinAiY%%*+&B0BZaWdjgcZ>chi^ijiZd[7jh^cZhhVcYIZX]cdad\n%&*.%?09ZV`^cJc^kZgh^in%%&&(70EZgi]>chi^ijiZd[7jh^cZhhVcYIZX]cdad\n%&(&'?0:Y^i] 8dlVcJc^kZgh^in%%',.70FjZZchaVcY>chi^ijiZd[7jh^cZhhVcYIZX]cdad\n%&,(,;0 ;>888G67C/-&'&%*&)+08G>88C/%+)%,,,(0>8LH8C/+)&'&+'0=>7I8C/*&+(+&'0A>7I8C/*&,&&%+# CVk^iVhA^b^iZY68C/+.&%.+&((%. Fraser International College Simon Fraser University MTF Building, 100-8900 Nelson Way Burnaby, British Columbia V5A 4W9 Canada Telephone +1 778 782 5011 Fax +1 778 782 5101 Email [email protected] www.fraseric.ca 6bZbWZgd[6bZbWZgd[ [dgbZgan>7I:YjXVi^dc Disclaimer: The information contained in this brochure is correct at the time of publication, however, Fraser International College (FIC) reserves the right to alter, amend or delete details at any time without notice. Printed March 2008. This brochure is provided free of charge.