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Foundation of Academic Program
- New Westminster, Canada
- 0.5 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A 24-week certificate that prepares graduates for master's-level study.
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Master's Academic Foundations Program through study areas such as Six courses over 24 weeks (480 hours): academic and cultural practices in graduate study
- Speaking skills. Apply relevant analytical
- Communication and practical skills to learning activities in this field.
Career outcomes
- Graduate (master's) study at Canadian institutions
Curriculum
- Six courses over 24 weeks (480 hours): academic and cultural practices in graduate study
- Speaking skills
- Critical thinking
- Study skills
- Seminar and presentation strategies
- And an applied research and capstone project. Classes run Monday to Friday 9:00 to 15:20
- A certificate requires 70% or Pass in each course.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Undergraduate degree from a recognised institution (ICES evaluation or equivalent) plus English: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
- TOEFL iBT 75
- PTE 50
- CAEL 50
- Cambridge C1 Advanced/B2 First grade B
- Or IH Level 6 / EAP Level 2 with 75%.
Accepted academic background
Undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary programme (ICES evaluation or equivalent).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
- TOEFL iBT 75
- PTE Academic 50
- Cambridge C1 Advanced Pass or B2 First with B
Documents you’ll need
- Passport or Government Photo ID
- Academic Transcripts or Previous Qualifications
- English Proficiency Results (where applicable).
How to apply
- Review the entry requirements for Pre-Master Certificate in Master's Academic Foundations at International House Vancouver (IH Vancouver). Check the course start dates and prepare the identity
- Academic
- language assessment documents applicable to your chosen course. Submit your application through the institution's admissions process. Provide language evidence and pay an application fee if required. Await the admissions decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $7,000 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $1,000 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | New Westminster campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty or school requires confirmation |
| Department | Master's Academic Foundations Program |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 15 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
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Program starts
May 2027
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Program starts
September 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.5 years.
Tuition is $7,000 CAD per year. The application fee is $1,000 CAD. The deposit is $1,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5), TOEFL iBT 75, PTE Academic 50, Cambridge C1 Advanced Pass or B2 First with B.

