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Foundation of Guaranteed Admission Pathway
- Guelph, Canada
- 1 year
- English
- Hybrid
- Foundation
About the program
English-plus-credit pathway giving guaranteed admission to the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Arts.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: no
- Post-study work rights (0): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Build foundational subject knowledge in Guaranteed Admission Pathway. Develop academic communication
- Independent study and analytical skills. Complete preparatory assignments to support progression to further university study
- Subject to progression requirements.
Career outcomes
- Further study: guaranteed admission to the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Arts at the University of Guelph
Curriculum
- Complete the advanced level of the English Language Certificate Program and four online undergraduate Open Learning courses (2.00 credits) with a 70% cumulative average. Students need an 80% average in ELCP levels 7 and 8
- or 8 and 9
- To start the degree-credit courses while finishing English.
Entry requirements
Academic
- No previous post-secondary study
- English language learners
- Overall average of 80% in ELCP levels 7 and 8
- or 8 and 9
- To start Open Learning courses
- 70% Cumulative average in four online courses for guaranteed admission.
Accepted academic background
No previous post-secondary study, English language learners not meeting the English or grade requirement.
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Passport or identification document
- Completed application form.
How to apply
- Check the pathway rules. Apply to the English Language Certificate Program and pay the application fee (150 CAD on the pathway page). Complete the advanced ELCP levels with an 80% average in levels 7 and 8
- or 8 and 9
- To begin Open Learning courses. Complete four online undergraduate courses with a 70% cumulative average to receive guaranteed admission to the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Arts.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $20,000 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $150 CAD |
| Deposit | $4,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Guelph |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Continuing Studies |
| Department | English Language Communication & Culture |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is $20,000 CAD per year. The application fee is $150 CAD. The deposit is $4,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.