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Foundation of Academic Transition Program
- New Westminster, Canada
- 0.33 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A four-month programme for high-school graduates that builds university-level English and academic skills with transferable credit.
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
- Two content-based English language courses and two academic skills courses run Monday to Friday
- 9:00 to 15:20
- Over four months. Credit courses are taught by IH teachers and partner professors. Students need 70% to progress
- Credit transfers to institutions such as UBC (3 credits) and SFU (6 credits).
Entry requirements
Academic
- Grade 12 graduation (or equivalent) with transcripts from all prior schools
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (76%) or B average; IELTS 5.0
- TOEFL iBT 60 or equivalent; Passport copy. Not for master's study.
Accepted academic background
Grade 12 graduation (or equivalent) with transcripts
Language tests
- IELTS 5.0
- TOEFL iBT 60
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 | 10,30 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
24 May 2027
192 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.33 years.
The next deadline is 24 May 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
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.