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Foundation of Undergraduate Academic Foundations Program
- New Westminster, Canada
- 0.5 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A 24-week certificate that prepares students for undergraduate study at Canadian institutions.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop academic literacy and study skills for progression. Apply subject knowledge relevant to the intended degree pathway. Use research and referencing conventions. Communicate effectively in academic contexts. Demonstrate independent learning and university readiness.
Career outcomes
- Academic Pathway Coordinator
- Student Success Assistant
- Academic Support Officer
- Education Program Assistant
- Learning Support Assistant
Curriculum
- Six courses over 24 weeks (480 hours): academic and cultural practices in the undergraduate context
- Speaking skills
- Citation and referencing
- Critical thinking and analysis
- Seminar and presentation strategies
- And research and academic writing. Classes run Monday to Friday 9:00 to 15:20
- A certificate requires 70% or Pass in every course.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Grade 12 graduation or equivalent plus one English result: IELTS 5.0
- TOEFL iBT 60
- PTE 44
- CAEL 40
- Cambridge B2 First
- English 12 with C+
- Or IH Level 5 / EAP Level 1 with 75%.
Accepted academic background
Grade 12 graduation, Or equivalent
Language tests
- IELTS 5.0
- TOEFL iBT 60
- PTE Academic 44
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Passport or government identification
- Academic transcripts
- Secondary school certificate or equivalent
- English or teaching-language proficiency evidence
How to apply
- Review the program entry requirements. Prepare academic transcripts
- Identification
- supporting documents. Complete the online application. Submit teaching-language proficiency evidence if required. Pay the application fee and acceptance deposit. Await the admission decision. Complete enrolment and student visa steps after accepting the offer.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $7,500 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $250 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,500 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | New Westminster campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Academic Pathways |
| Department | Academic Pathways |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
23 Sept 2026
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.5 years.
Tuition is $7,500 CAD per year. The application fee is $250 CAD. The deposit is $2,500 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.0, TOEFL iBT 60, PTE Academic 44.