Simon Fraser University - Navitas

in association with 

Fraser nternationa Coee 

Your direct pathway to 

Simon Fraser University 

2010/2011 

Vancouver 

Canada

Welcome to Simon Fraser University .......................1 

The FIC difference .....................................2 

Simon Fraser University .................................3 

Vancouver, one of the world’s greatest cities ................4 

Life on campus ........................................6 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Your pathway to SFU ....................................8 

English language requirements ..........................10 

Your English language preparation ........................11 

Academic requirements ................................12 

University Transfer Program Stage I ........................14 

University Transfer Program Stage II: Business Administration ...15 

University Transfer Program Stage II: Computing Science ......16 

University Transfer Program Stage II: Engineering Science ......17 

University Transfer Program Stage II: Arts and Social Sciences . . 18 

SFU – it’s your choice ..................................19 

Summer Study Abroad Program ......................... 20 

Visit FIC online ...................................... 20 

Supporting you while you study ..........................21 

Meet your Instructors ................................. 22 

Helping students achieve their goals ......................23 

Your accommodation ..................................24 

Your investment ......................................25 

Navitas scholarships ...................................26 

Study Permit/TRV information ...........................27 

Policies and procedures ................................28 

How to apply ........................................ 29 

Academic calendar ................................... 29 

Conditions of enrolment ............................... 30 

Application form ......................................31 

Navitas – Your world, faster ............................ 33

Welcome to Simon Fraser University 

Message from the Vice-Chancellor and President of 


I would like to welcome Fraser 

International College (FIC) students to 

one of Canada’s leading universities, 

situated in one of the most beautiful and 

vibrant cities in the world. Simon Fraser 

University (SFU) opened its doors in 

1965, challenging convention and striving 

for innovation in higher education. Now, 

four decades later, SFU has emerged as 

a formidable academic presence with an 

international reputation for innovative 

teaching, research and community 

outreach. This reputation is built on our 

strengths in the liberal arts and sciences, 

as well as our distinctive interdisciplinary 

and professional programs, and our 

commitment to the close integration of 

leading-edge research and teaching. 

Our record is one of embracing risk and 

bold initiative; a record that is reflected 

in the successful work of our faculty and 

of our students. SFU faculty members 

are recognized internationally and 

our students excel in their fields after 

graduation. We believe this record will 

be enhanced by our association with FIC 

and our connection with its students. 

I am confident that students of FIC 

will enjoy the benefits of learning and 

living on SFU’s campuses. Our student 

residences, student services, and 

our recreation and athletics facilities 

and programs provide a welcoming 

community, making your transition to 

FIC and to SFU an enjoyable experience. 

It is my pleasure to invite you to 

explore Fraser International College 

at Simon Fraser University. 

Dr Michael Stevenson 

Vice-Chancellor and President 


Message from the College Director and Principal of FIC 

You are at an important stage in your 

life when you have to choose the right 

pathway from secondary school to 

university. It is an important decision 

that can determine your future career. 

At FIC, our focus is to help you make 

the right decision and make the most 

of the opportunities available to you in 

achieving your ambitions. We provide you 

with a unique pathway that prepares you 

for entry into post-secondary studies and 

allows for a smooth transition into SFU. 

The FIC programs and approach 

to teaching are special. University 

designed programs, taught by qualified 

instructors on the main SFU campus, 

ensure that our students have the 

very best preparation for the demands 

of higher education in Canada. 

FIC students are treated like university 

students and, with the added benefits of 

smaller classes, students receive more 

personalized attention in a dynamic and 

supportive learning environment that 

better equips them for life at university. 

In choosing an FIC program, you will be 

following thousands of other successful 

students who have achieved their 

ambitions by joining SFU, which is 

widely recognized as one of the most 

creative and influential universities in 

Canada. Take the first step towards 

achieving your goals with FIC. We look 

forward to welcoming and supporting 

you on your journey to SFU. 

Bev Hudson 

College Director and Principal 

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The FIC difference 

University-designed 

programs on SFU campus 

FIC’s UTP Stage II programs are 

the first year equivalent of SFU’s 

Bachelor Degree Programs. 

University qualified instructors 

FIC’s instructors are approved by 

SFU to ensure the highest teaching 

standards at all times. 100% of FIC UTP 

Stage II instructors have a graduate 

qualification in their discipline area. 

Smaller class sizes 

Small classes provide a personal 

learning environment and more 

opportunities for support. Instructors 

encourage you to ask questions and 

promote a collegial learning space. 

Longer teaching sessions 

Each FIC class has an extra hour of 

face-to- face teaching. This extra hour 

of academic contact allows you more 

time to fully develop your knowledge 

and understanding of each course. 

University campus location 

FIC is located on SFU’s Burnaby campus. 

FIC students enjoy full access to all of 

the university facilities and services 

including libraries, computer laboratories, 

sporting facilities, clubs and associations 

and on-campus accommodation. 

Guaranteed entry into 

second year at SFU 

You are guaranteed transfer to 

SFU when you have completed the 

specified courses and met the GPA 

specified for your chosen program.* 

Free support tutorials 

in all subjects 

FIC provides free tutorial classes and 

regular one-to-one meetings with your 

instructors. New students take the free 

Integrated Learning Skills course in their 

first term of study to ensure a smooth 

transition to studying in Canada. 

Access to all SFU 

facilities and services 

You will enjoy full access to university 

facilities and services, including libraries, 

computer labs, sports and recreation 

facilities, on-campus accommodation, 

health services, and career services. 

Graduate from Simon 

Fraser University 

Graduate with an internationally recognized 

degree from Canada’s #1 comprehensive 

university, with its reputation for innovative 

teaching, research and community outreach. 

Diverse student population 

FIC currently has over 1000 students 

from 40 different countries, giving you the 

chance to learn more about the world by 

developing friendships with classmates 

from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. 

* Entry into second year at SFU is dependent on students completing the FIC UTP Stage II program and obtaining 

the specified Grade Point Average (GPA), and being formally admitted to the SFU program (subject to changes in 

SFU’s Admissions policy). 

Your direct pat 

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For more information 

on Simon Fraser University 

please visit www.sfu.ca 

or take a virtual tour at 

www.sfu.ca/about 

A dynamic university for a modern world 

Come discover Simon Fraser University 

(SFU), one of Canada’s finest universities. 

Here you’ll be taught by world-renowned 

educators and researchers. You’ll be 

surrounded by talented and diverse 

students who share your passion for 

learning and desire to make a difference. 

And you’ll find a welcoming and supportive 

international community to help you find 

your place and achieve your dreams. 

SFU has it all – academic excellence, 

innovative programs, some of Canada’s 

best varsity sports teams, and a vibrant 

and international campus community. 

It’s no wonder SFU is consistently 

ranked one of the country’s top 

universities in the ‘Guide to Canadian 

Universities’ published by Maclean’s, 

Canada’s national news magazine. 

Fraser International College (FIC), in 

association with SFU, provides you 

with a predetermined pathway to 

achieving your undergraduate goals in 

the fields of Business Administration, 

Computing Science, Engineering 

Science and Arts and Social Sciences. 

Vancouver 

Did you know? 

Simon Fraser University’s main campus on Burnaby Mountain is connected by rapid 

transit to other campuses in the heart of Vancouver and Surrey’s growing town centre. 

SFU Facts 

• SFU is a community of more 

than 20,000 students, over 800 

faculty and more than 100,000 

alumni. Students are spread 

across 3 campuses, Burnaby, 

Vancouver and Surrey. 

• SFU is currently ranked the 

#1 Comprehensive Canadian 

University (Macleans Magazine 

- www.macleans.ca). 

• You can choose from over 100 

distinct programs across 8 faculties. 

You can even combine programs 

from any faculty to create a degree 

that reflects your unique interests. 

• SFU currently spends more 

than $86 million dollars on 

research (2008 fiscal year). 

• Each year SFU distributes over 

$1 million in scholarships and 

awards for new and continuing 

international students. 

• More than 70 SFU students 

have competed for Canada 

at the Olympics. 

• SFU’s varsity teams will begin 

competing in the NCAA’s Division 

II from the 2011-12 season. 

Burnaby 

Surrey 

hway to SFU 

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www.vancouver.ca 

Vancouver 

One of the world’s greatest cities 

To learn more 

about Vancouver go to: 

www.hellobc.ca 

Uniquely situated between ocean and mountains, Vancouver 

is Canada’s third largest city and is home to an ethnically 

diverse population. 

© Tourism British Columbia 



Recognized as one of the most 

livable cities in the world, Vancouver 

is a safe and energetic city of 

eclectic neighborhoods, vibrant 

cultural events and unparalleled 

opportunities for outdoor recreation. 

Most of all, as an FIC student you 

will enjoy the high level of personal 

freedom that comes with living in a safe, 

modern and open-minded community. 

It is the ideal environment to challenge 

yourself academically and personally. 

And for many, it represents a life 

changing experience and the beginning 

of an exciting pathway to SFU. 

Climate 

Vancouver has one of the most pleasant 

climates in Canada! In summer, the days 

are long, warm and sunny with an average 

temperature of 23C/73F. Spring and 

fall are also comfortable, with moderate 

temperatures. An average temperature of 

5C/41F during winter gives Vancouver the 

mildest winter climate in all of Canada. 

Things to do 

• Activities: hiking, skiing, snowboarding, 

snowshoeing, fishing, whale watching, 

winery tours, golf, football, soccer, 

ice hockey, dancing, mountain biking, 

horseback riding and hot springs. 

• Local attractions: Stanley Park, 

Gastown, Granville Island, Grouse 

Mountain, Robson Street, Vancouver 

Lookout, Vancouver Science World, 

North Shore Mountains, English 

Bay and Capilano Canyon Park. 

• Attractions in the surrounding areas: 

Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, 

Vancouver Island, The Butchart 

Gardens, Royal British Columbia 

Museum and Okanagan Valley. 

Greater Vancouver Area 

Province British Columbia 

Population 2,116,581 

Currency Canadian dollar 

Time Zone Pacific Standard Time 

Electricity 

110V 

Languages English/French 

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Vancouver 

London 

Cairo 

Moscow 

Beijing 

New Delhi 

Bangkok 

Tokyo 

Los Angeles 

Vancouver 

Mexico City 

Toronto 

New York 

Nairobi 

Sydney 

Sao Paulo 

To Grouse 

Mountain 

Highway to BC 

Ferries, Squamish 

and Whistler 

Lighthouse Park 

Cypress 

Provincial 

Park 

WEST 

VANCOUVER 

Ambleside Park 

Capilano 

Canyon Park 

NORTH 

VANCOUVER 

Lynn 

Canyon 

Park 

DEEP COVE 

White Pine Beach 

Buntzen Lake 

Stanley Park 

Vancouver 

Aquarium 

Belcarra 

Regional 

Park 

COQUITLAM 

Spanish Banks 

Pacific Spirit 

Regional Park 

Vancouver 

Art Gallery 

English Bay 

Kitsilano Beach 

Granville 

Island 

VANCOUVER 

VANCOUVER CAMPUS 

SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY 

G.M. Place 

B.C. Place Stadium 

Science 

World 

BURNABY 

Burnaby Mountain 

Conservation Park 

BURNABY MOUNTAIN CAMPUS 

SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY 

PORT MOODY 

Queen Elizabeth Park 

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Sky Train Millennium Line 

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Life on campus 

FIC is located on SFU’s Burnaby campus in the thriving and 

culturally diverse city of Burnaby, a 30-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-metre high Burnaby Mountain. 

Designed by internationally acclaimed 

architect Arthur Erickson, the campus 

has everything one would expect of a 

major university, yet on a scale that will 

make you feel at home. The vast majority 

of students pursue their studies on the 

pedestrian-friendly campus, which houses 

administrative and academic offices, the 

main library, student services, on-campus 

residences, and the new UniverCity 

community of residences and shops. 

For students wanting to live on campus, 

SFU provides fully-catered single room 

accommodation as well as an on-campus 

hotel where visiting family members can 

stay. Buses operate between the campus 

and Greater Vancouver’s rapid transit 

system at the foot of Burnaby Mountain on 

a regular basis. Studying at FIC will give you 

access to all of these facilities and more. 

There are plenty of opportunities for 

students to get immersed in their campus 

life. The Simon Fraser Student Society 

funds nearly 100 clubs catering to 

endless interests. Numerous events such 

as Terry Fox Day, Clubs Week and Gung 

Haggis Fat Choy foster multicultural ties 

and connect people from all walks of life. 

SFU Clubs Week 

This provides both FIC and SFU students 

the opportunity to meet with members 

of a wide array of clubs that exist at 

the University. SFU Clubs Week runs 

the second week of every term and 

during this time, students can choose to 

become members of the more than 100 

SFU clubs. These include professional 

as well as fun clubs, such as the 

Association of Latin American Students, 

Burnaby Mountain Toastmasters, 

Chinese Culture Club, Engineers 

Without Borders, Food Club, Games 

Developers Club, International Business 

Association and many, many more! 

Sports Clubs 

Joining a sports club is an excellent way to 

meet new people, learn new skills, and enjoy 

a sport or activity that interests you! They 

are also a great way for student organizers to 

gain valuable leadership, management and 

organizational skills. There are many sports 

clubs including Badminton, Cheerleading, 

Cricket, Dodgeball, Field Hockey, Golf, 

Ice Hockey, Kendo, Kung Fu, Lacrosse, 

Rowing, Rugby, Ski/Snowboarding, Table 

Tennis, Tennis, Triathlon, Ultimate Frisbee, 

Volleyball and Waterpolo to name a few. 

SFU Theatre 

If you have an appreciation for art or 

want to be entertained, The SFU School 

for Contemporary Arts presents and 

produces various events that make up 

their Fall and Spring performance series. 

FIC Movie Club and 

FIC Book Club 

Members meet once a month with FIC 

instructors to connect and discuss a 

movie of interest or literary piece. 

ULIFE 

The ULife initiative was created to 

help students build the links between 

academics and interests, build 

relationships, and help students get the 

most out of their university experience. 

It increases the visibility of existing 

events and initiatives; put simply, to 

make SFU more fun! www.sfu.ca/ulife 

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Health Research & Education, Inst. for 

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Higher Grounds Coffee Shop 

Highland Pub 

History 

Human Resources 

Human Rights Office 

Humanities 

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Inst. Research & Planning 

Interfaith/Chaplaincy Ctr. 

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Management & System Science 

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Molecular Biology & Biochemistry 

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National Research Council - IRAP 

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Off. of Francophones & Francophile Affairs 

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Pacific Inst. for the Maths Sciences 

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Public Affairs & Media Relations 

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Raven's Cafe 

Recreation & Athletics 

Registar's Office (Student Services) 

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Research Services, Office of 

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Resource & Environmental Mgmt. 

Resource Research Group, FAS 

Restorative Justice, Ctr. for 

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SFU Community Trust 

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Tourism Policy & Research, Ctr. for 

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VP - Advancement 

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MTF Multi-Tenant Facility 

ASB Applied Science Building 

RCB Robert C. Brown Hall 

ASSC1 Arts & Social Sciences Complex 1 RBB Residence Bldg. B 

BUL Blusson Hall 

SH Strand Hall 

ECT Contemporary Arts 

SHR Shell House Residence 

CSTN Cornerstone Building 

SSB South Science Building 

CCC Childcare Centre 

SCB Shrum Science Centre Bldg. B 

CS Campus Security 

SCC Shrum Science Centre Bldg. C 

DAC Diamond Alumni Centre 

SCK Shrum Science Centre Bldg. K 

DH Dining Hall 

SCP Shrum Science Centre Bldg. P 

EDB Education Building 

TASC1 Technology & Science Complex 1 

FS Facilities Services 

TASC2 Technology & Science Complex 2 

GYM Chancellor's Gymnasium 

TC Transportation Centre 

HC Halpern Centre 

TH SFU Theatre 

LIB W.A.C. Bennett Library 

WMC West Mall Centre 

MBC Maggie Benston Centre 

Important Telephone Numbers 

SFU Directory Information (all campuses) 778-782-3111 

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Your pathway to SFU 

Entry points to FIC pathways 

Name of Program Type of Program English 

requirement 

Academic 

requirement 

Course details 

PAS (Preparation 

in Academic 

Skills) – Academic 

English Language 

Program 

English and 

academic skills 

training 

IELTS 4.5 (no band 

less than 4.0) or 

equivalent 

(If your English level 

is lower than 4.5 

please see page 11) 

Academic 

requirements are 

the same as UTP 

Stage I or II 

This is a 14 week (1 term) academic English language 

program designed for completion prior to entry into 

the UTP I or UTP II programs. 

After successful completion of this program and by 

meeting the academic entry requirements, you can 

progress to other FIC programs listed below. 

UTP Stage I 

(Mixed) 

Academic English 

and Pre-University 

courses 



equivalent 

Completion of 

Year 11 

or 

Completion of Year 

12 with marginal 

success* 

This program consists of UTP Stage I courses and 

Academic English language studies. In the first term 

students take two academic courses plus 15 hours 

per week of Academic English studies. 

UTP Stage II 

(Mixed) 

Academic English 

and First Year 

University Courses 



equivalent 

Completion of 

Year 12* 

This program consists of UTP Stage II courses and 

Academic English language studies. In the first term 

students take two academic courses plus 15 hours 

per week of Academic English studies. 

UTP Stage I 

Pre-University 

Courses 



equivalent 

Completion of 

Year 11 

or 

Completion of Year 

12 with marginal 

success* 

This is a pre-university course designed for students 

who have completed Year 11 equivalent or Year 12 

with marginal success and require additional support 

prior to starting a first year university program (UTP 

Stage II). 

Students are required to study eight courses over two 

terms (four courses per term – eight months) 

* Please note that students who have completed Year 12 

with marginal success may be permitted to transfer to UTP 

Stage II after completing four academic courses with a 70% 

cumulative average. 

UTP Stage II 

First Year University 

Courses 



equivalent 

Completion of 

Year 12* 

This program is equivalent to Year 1 of select degree 

programs at SFU. 

In order to progress to a degree program at SFU, 

students are required to complete 10 courses equal 

to a minimum of 30 credit hours and achieve the 

specified GPA. 

These courses will normally be completed within 

3 terms (one year). 

* Please see Pages 12 and 13 for academic requirements from different countries. 

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FIC offers a pre-university level program (UTP Stage I) which 

prepares you for entry into university-level studies in Business 

Administration, Computing Science, Engineering Science or 

Arts and Social Sciences in UTP Stage II. 

UTP Stage II programs are offered in 

association with SFU as an alternative 

pathway to a degree at SFU. Courses are 

the equivalent of the first year of the SFU 

degree and are quality assured by SFU. 

Upon successful completion of UTP 

Stage II and having met the SFU specified 

Grade Point Average (GPA), you will be 

eligible to apply for transfer to select SFU 

Bachelor degree programs with advanced 

standing status of up to 60 credit hours. 

Pathways to your SFU degree 

University Bachelor degree 

Year 4 

Year 3 

Pre-university level University level 

Year 12 

or equivalent 

Year 11 

or equivalent 

Secondary school 

FIC 

UTP Stage II 

UTP Stage I 

(Foundation) 

= 

Year 2 

Year 1 

Please note: Entry into UTP Stage II is dependent on your successful completion of UTP Stage I or satisfactory completion of Year 12 or equivalent. Entry into second year at 

SFU is dependent on your successful completion of UTP Stage II with the specified Grade Point Average (GPA), and being formally admitted to the SFU program (subject to 

changes in SFU’s Admissions policy). 

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English language requirements 

The language of instruction at FIC is English. Before being granted admission into an FIC program, 

you must demonstrate a suitable level of English proficiency. This can be done by obtaining one of the 

results shown in the table below. 

Direct entry 

If you meet one of the English 

requirements below and you have the 

appropriate academic requirement 

you will be given Direct entry to 

UTP Stage I or UTP Stage II. 

Support classes 

to assist you to improve 

your Academic English 

are available free of 

charge to all 

students. 

Mixed entry 

If you meet the mixed English language 

requirements and the appropriate 

academic requirements you will begin 

in UTP Stage I or UTP Stage II program 

and will take one Academic English 

course in the first semester of study. 

English language 

qualification 

IELTS (Academic) 

Mixed Program 

(UTP Stage I or UTP Stage II) 

5.0 with no band lower than 

4.5 

TOEFL iBT/Computer/Paper 59/173/500 69/196/525 

SPM English C6 C4 

Direct entry 

(UTP Stage I or UTP Stage II) 

5.5 with no band lower than 

5.0 

HKCEE English Level 2 English Level 3 

GCE *O* Levels D C 

BC High School English 12 or 

Equivalent 

ETS Program Indonesia 

50% 55% 

ETS Level 1 Grade A 

ETS Level 2 Grade B 

ETS Level 3 Grade C 

EIKEN Japan Eiken 2A Eiken Pre-1 

ETS Level 2 Grade B 

ETS Level 3 Grade A or B 

International Baccalaureate Standard 4 or Higher 3 Standard 5 or Higher 4 

FIC reviews 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. 

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Your English language preparation 

If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements for 

entry to your program at FIC, you may want to enrol in an intensive 

English language course at SFU. The Preparation in Academic 

Skills (PAS) and English Language & Culture (ELC) programs will 

assist you in improving your English language proficiency prior to 

starting at FIC. 

Preparation in Academic 

Skills (PAS) 

Preparation in Academic Skills (PAS) 

in English is a SFU program which 

provides English language training for 

universitybound international students 

who have achieved an IELTS score of 

4.5 (no band less than 4.0) or equivalent. 

PAS English classes are held on the Burnaby 

campus of SFU, so students can enjoy 

the experience of studying English in 

one of Canada’s top universities, with 

full access to SFU facilities and FIC. 

Off-campus ESL colleges 

FIC staff can offer advice regarding other 

specialist ESL colleges in Vancouver for 

students without an English test score, 

or with an IELTS of less than 4.5 at 

the time of applying to FIC. These ESL 

colleges allow students to improve their 

English language skills through intensive 

English programs. Most specialist ESL 

colleges have monthly intake dates. 

SFU English Language & 

Culture Program (ELC) 

The English Language and 

Culture Program is an intensely 

interactive learning experience 

in a university setting. 

The ELC program emphasizes the 

importance of improving English skills 

and understanding the culture in which 

a language is used. Students will be 

able to continue to learn independently 

outside of the classroom, and gain the 

confidence to use English in any setting. 

The SFU ELC program offers a wide 

range of English Language courses, from 

beginners to advanced and is located on 

the SFU Vancouver campus. Programs 

can be taken over 4, 8 or 12 week 

periods depending upon your English 

language needs. FIC can arrange fulltime 

English tuition at ELC if you need 

to improve your English level prior to 

beginning your academic study at FIC. 

For more information visit 

PAS - www.sfu.ca/pas 

ELC - www.sfu.ca/elc 

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Academic requirements 

Country University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage I University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II 

Australia Successful completion of Year 11 with 65% average Year 12 – UAI with minimum 65% 

Bangladesh Higher Secondary Certificate (10+2) with 50% average Higher Secondary Certificate (10+2) with 55% average in 

4 academic subjects 

Brazil Brazilian Secondary School Leaving Certificate 5/10 or C+ Brazilian Secondary School Leaving Certificate 7/10 or 

B Grade 

Canada Not applicable Successful Completion of Grade 12 with 55% average in 

minimum 4 academic subjects 

China 

Senior Middle 3 with 65% in 4 academic subjects or Senior Senior Middle 3 with 70% average in 4 academic subjects 

Middle 2 with 70% in 4 academic subjects 

Colombia Bachillerato with 65% average Bachillerato with 70% average 

France Successful completion of year 11 equivalent 2 ‘A’ level examinations (passing results) or 1 ‘A’ and 

2 ‘AS’ Level passes or French Baccalauréat (générale, 

Technologique and professionnelle) with minimum 60% in 


Ghana 

Completion of SSSCE (WAEC/NECO) with average grades 

D7 or above including English language at C6 

Hong Kong 

Form 5 (HKCEE) with minimum E passes in 3 academic 

subjects 

India All India Senior Secondary School Certificate with 50% 

average in four (4) academic subjects 

Indonesia 

SMU 2 with an average grade of 7.0 average 

in 4 academic subjects 

International 

Baccalaureate (IB) 

Israel 

Bagrut/Mechina (Matriculation Certificate) with a 

minimum 5/10 

SSCE (WAEC/NECO): 5 passes with average grades of 

C4/C5 and above, including English language at C6 

Form 7 (HKALE) with 1 ‘A’ Level and 2 ‘AS’ Level passes or 

2 ‘A’ level passes 

All India Secondary School Certificate with 55% average in 


SMU 3 with an average grade of 7.0 average 


International Baccalaureate 20 International Baccalaureate 22 

Bagrut/Mechina (Matriculation Certificate) with a 

minimum 7/10 

Iran 3 year High School Diploma 4 year High School Diploma or Pre-University Certificate 

(Peeshdaneshgahe) with 65% minimum average 

Japan Kotogakko Year 2 with 3.0 average Kotogakko Year 3 with 3.0 average 

Jordan Tawjihi with 65% average in academic subjects Certificate of General Secondary Education with 75% average 

in academic subjects 

Kazakhstan Completion of Atestat with 3.5 average Completion of Atestat with 4.0 average 

Kenya KCSE - D average or GCE ‘O’ Levels with passes in 3 

academic subjects 

Korea 

Senior High School Leaving Certificate Year 2 with 70% or C 

average 

Kuwait 

Shahadat al-thanawia-al-a’ama (Secondary School Leaving 

Certificate) with minimum average 50% 

Macau (HKSAR/PRC) Form 5 (HKCEE) passes in 3 academic subjects (E) or Senior 

Middle 2 with 70% 

Malaysia Successful completion of Form 5 (SPM) with passes in 3 

academic subjects 

Mexico 

Bachillerato with 6.0 in academic subjects or completion of 

Year 11 with 7.0 in 4 academic subjects 

Nigeria Completion of SSSCE (WAEC / NECO) with an average of 5 

grades at D7 or above and English language at C6 

Oman 

Pakistan 

Thanawiya amma (Secondary School Leaving certificate) with 

a minimum average of 65% 

Intermediate (IC)/Higher Secondary School Certificate 

(HSC - 10 +2) with average 50% in 4 academic subjects 

KCSE - C+ average or 2 passes in GCE ‘A’ Level passes with 

D average 

Senior High School Leaving Certificate Year 3 with 70% or 

C average 

Shahadat al-thanawia-al-a’ama (Secondary School Leaving 

Certificate) with minimum average 65% 

Form 7 (HKALE) with 1 ‘A’ Level and 2 ‘AS’ level passes or 

Senior Middle 3 with 70% in 4 academic subjects 

STPM – 2 passes with minimum ‘D’ grade or Senior Middle 

3 with 4 ‘C+’ grades 

Bachillerato with 7.0 in academic subjects 

Completion of Senior Secondary School Certificate - SSSC 

(WAEC/ NECO): 5 passes with average grades of C4/C5 and 

above, including English language at C6 

Thanawiya amma (Secondary School Leaving Certificate - 

Year 12) with a minimum average of 75% 

Intermediate (IC)/Higher Secondary School Certificate 

(HSC - 10 + 2) with average 55% in 4 academic subjects 

Peru Certificado de Education Secundaria – average Grade 10 Certificado de Education Secundaria – average Grade 12 

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Country University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage I University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II 

Philippines 

High School Graduation Diploma (10 years) plus one year of 

university study with minimum average of C 

Qatar Tawjihiyya (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with 60% 

average in academic subjects or successful completion of 

Year 11 equivalent with 75% in academic subjects 

Russian Federation Certificate of Secondary Education Grade 11 with minimum 

3.0 average 

High School Graduation Diploma (10 years) plus two years 

of university study with minimum average of C 

Tawjihiyya (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with 

75% average in academic subjects 

Certificate of Secondary Education or Upper Secondary 

Education with a minimum 3.5 average 

Saudi Arabia Not applicable Tawjihiyah (General secondary Education Certificate) with 

80% average in 4 academic subjects 

Singapore GCE ‘O’ Levels with passes in 3 academic subjects Singapore GCE ‘A’ Levels with ‘D’ passes in 2 academic 

subjects 

South Africa Successful completion of Year 11 with ‘C’ average Senior Certificate with ‘C’ average or matriculation 

endorsement with minimum 50% 

Sri Lanka GCE ‘O’ Levels with passes in 3 academic subjects GCE ‘A’ Levels with ‘D’ passes in 2 academic subjects or 

2 Sri Lankan ‘A’ Levels with minimum ‘D’ grade 

Sweden 2 years Upper Secondary schooling Avgangsbetyg with 10 points or ‘G’ in 2 subjects including 

‘G’ in English 

Taiwan Senior High School Year 2 with B average Senior High School Year 3 with B average or 70% in 


Tanzania 

Cambridge Overseas School Certificate (COSC) / East 

African Certificate of Education (EACE) with Grade ‘D’ or 

higher or GCE ‘O’ Levels with passes in 3 academic subjects 

Thailand Matayom 5 with 2.5 average Matayom 6 with 2.0 average 

Turkey 

General public diploma (of any types) with GPA minimum 

2.5 with no math subjects below 2.5 

Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate (COHSC) 

/East African Advanced Certificate of Education (EAACE) 

with Grade ‘D’ or higher or GCE ‘A’ Levels with ‘D’ passes in 


General public diploma with GPA 3.0 or higher OR Anatolian 

High School or Private High School with GPA 2.5 or higher, 

with no math subjects below 2.5 

UAE Tawjihiyya with 65% average in academic subjects Tawjihiyya with 75% average in academic subjects 

Uganda 

Cambridge Overseas School Certificate (COCS) / East 

African Certificate of Education (EACE) with Grade ‘D’ or 

higher or GCE ‘O’ Levels with passes in 3 academic subjects 

Cambridge Overseas High School Certificate (COHSC)/ 

East African Advanced Certificate of Education (EAACE) 

with Grade ‘D’ or higher or GCE ‘A’ Levels with ‘D’ passes 


United Kingdom GCE ‘O’ Levels - 3 passes 2 GCE ‘A’ Level passes with minimum ‘D‘ grade 

United States of America Grade 11 or equivalent Successful completion of Grade 12 with minimum 55% in 4 

academic subjects; or GPA 2.0, or minimum SAT score 1200 

Vietnam Year 11 with 6.5 average Year 12 with 7.0 average 

Zambia GCE ‘O’ Levels with passes in 3 academic subjects Zambian School Certificate with 5 or higher in 4 academic 

subjects or GCE ‘A’ Levels with ‘D’ passes in 2 academic 

subjects 

Zimbabwe GCE ‘O’ Levels with passes in 3 academic subjects ZIMSEC ‘A’ Levels or GCE ‘A’ Levels with ‘D’ passes in 


For countries not listed, please contact the FIC Admissions Office by emailing admissions@fraseric.ca. This information is correct at time of printing. 

Mathematics requirements 

Year 12 Mathematics at an acceptable level 

is required for UTP Stage II in Business 

Administration, Computing Science 

and Engineering Science streams. UTP 

Stage II students who do not meet this 

requirement will be required to complete 

Pre-Calculus as a prerequisite to Calculus. 

Math assessment testing is available 

for those students wanting to check 

their math levels. Students may also 

be asked to complete an assessment 

test if there are any concerns regarding 

their math background. There may 

be a fee for this testing service. 

Mature age entry 

Mature age students (21 years of 

age and over) may be admitted into a 

program without meeting the formal 

academic requirements if there is 

documented relevant work experience 

and/or other acceptable qualifications. 

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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 prepare you 

for entry to university-level programs in 

the Business Administration, Computing 

Science, Engineering Science and Arts 

and Social Sciences fields. UTP Stage 

I consists of eight courses of study. 

Successful completion of the program 

guarantees you entry to UTP Stage II. 

In addition to formal contact hours, FIC 

provides you with extra support through 

individual consultation with instructors 

and self-access computer laboratories. 

Upon successful completion of 

the UTP Stage I program, you will 

progress to a UTP Stage II program in 

Business Administration, Computing 

Science, Engineering Science or 

Arts and Social Sciences, then 

articulate into the appropriate 

Bachelor degree program at SFU. 

University Transfer Program 

(UTP) Stage I 

Course Selections (choose eight) 

• Business Management 

• Introduction to Computing 

Concepts & Algorithms 

• Introduction to Computers 

& Their Applications 

• Introduction to Economics 

• English Skills/Reading 

• English Skills/Writing 

• Beginning with Algebra 

• Introduction to Mathematics 

• Foundations of Mathematics 

• Elementary Formal Logic 

University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II 

FIC UTP Stage II 

• Business Administration 

• Computing Science 

• Engineering Science 

• Arts and Social Sciences 

“UTP Stage I was a challenge, mainly because it 

would be the first time that I was so far away from 

home. Though it was a challenge it was worth it 

because I made a lot of friends who motivated me 

to work harder. To face my challenges I had the help 

of instructors during office hours and the student 

advisors whenever I needed help. So I would like to 

thank all the FIC staff members for all their help during 

this journey and to my fellow students I would like to 

encourage you to continue working harder in order to 

achieve your goals.” 

Mbaita Shawa, Zambia 

UTP Stage II Arts & Social Sciences 

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Did you know? 

University Transfer Program 

Stage II: Business Administration 

SFU’s Faculty of Business 

Administration is accredited 

by AACSB, EQUIS and PRME. 

Only 1% of business schools 

worldwide have achieved these 

valued seals of quality. 

The University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II in Business Administration is the first year of SFU’s 

Bachelor of Business Administration and 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 specialize as you progress in the Bachelor degree. 

UTP Stage II: Business Administration 

Required courses 

• Calculus for the Social Sciences I 

• Critical Thinking 

• Financial Accounting 

• Introduction to Fiction or Introduction 

to Issues in Literature and Culture 

• Principles of Macroeconomics 

• Principles of Microeconomics 

Elective courses 

Choose four (4) courses 

from the following list: 

• Introduction to Biology 

• Behaviour in Organizations 

• Introduction to 

Communication Studies 

• Explorations in Mass Communication 

• Introduction to Canadian Law 

and Legal Institutions 


Science & Programming I 


Science & Programming II 

• Introduction to Computer Design 

• Introduction to Criminology 

• Environmental Economics 

• Canada Since Confederation 

• The Social History of Canada 

• Global Perspectives on Health 

• Contemporary Health Issues 

• The Wonder of Words 

• Discrete Mathematics 

• Precalculus* 

• Calculus I 

• Calculus II 

• Introduction to Politics 

and Government 

• Introduction to International Politics 

• Brain, Mind & Society 

• Introduction to Psychology I 

• Introduction to Psychology II 

• Introduction to Statistics 

for the Social Sciences 

• Literature Across Cultures 

• East/West 

Simon Fraser University programs 

Bachelor of Business Administration 

Concentrations: 

• Accounting 

• Entrepreneurship 

• Finance 

• Human Resource Management 

• International Business 

• Management and Technology 

• Management Information Systems 

• Management Science 

• Marketing 

For more information on SFU Faculty 

of Business Administration visit - 

http://.business.sfu.ca 

You must complete a minimum of 30 units at FIC and have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 upon completion of your UTP Stage II program to be guaranteed transfer to the 

SFU programs listed above. Course offerings may change without notice. Please refer to the website, www.fraseric.ca, for the most up-to-date list of course offerings. 

* For those students who do not meet the math prerequisite for Calculus. 

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University Transfer Program Stage II: 

Computing Science 

The University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II in Computing Science is the first year of SFU’s Bachelor 

of Applied Science, providing the foundation for further study in many aspects of computing science 

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 as you progress in the Bachelor degree. 

UTP Stage II: Computing Science 


• Introduction to Computing Science 

& Programming I 

• Introduction to Computing Science 

& Programming II 


• Introduction to Fiction or 

Introduction to Issues in 

Literature and Culture 





Choose three (3) courses 





• Explorations in Mass Communication 


• Introduction to Canadian 

Law & Legal Institutions 








Contemporary Health Issues 



• Introduction to Politics and Government 






• East/West 

For more information on SFU 

School of Computing Science 

visit - http://cs.sfu.ca 

Simon Fraser University programs 

Bachelor of Applied Science (Computing Science) 

Areas of study: 

• Artificial intelligence 

• Computer graphics and multimedia 

• Computing systems 

• Geographic information science 

• Information systems 

• Programming languages 

and software 

• Theoretical computing science 

• CS dual degree with 

Zhejiang University 

• Software Systems Major 

You must complete a minimum of 30 units at FIC with an overall GPA of 2.5 and with a grade of C- or better in all courses upon completion of UTP Stage II, in order to be 

guaranteed admission to the School of Computing Science. Course offerings may change without notice. 

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Engineering Science 

The University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II in Engineering 

Science provides the foundation courses and University 

requirements that lead to further studies in areas including 

Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Systems 

Engineering, Biomedical Engineering and Engineering Physics. 

UTP Stage II: Engineering Science 



Science and Programming I 


Science and Programming II 







• Introduction to Fiction 


Choose one from the list below 




• Introduction to Politics and Government 






Law and Legal Institutions: A 

Criminal Justice Perspective 

Simon Fraser University programs (September only intake) 

Bachelor of Applied Science 

Areas of Study: 

• Computer Engineering 

• Electronics Engineering 

• Systems Engineering 

• Biomedical Engineering 

• Engineering Physics 

• Mechatronic Systems Engineering 

For more information on SFU Faculty 

of Engineering Science visit 

http://ensc.sfu.ca/ 

Did you know? 

Students going into the 

Engineering Science program 

complete 3 terms of full 

time paid work experience 

during their time at SFU. 

You must complete a minimum of 30 units at FIC with an overall GPA of 2.5 and with a grade of C- or better in all courses upon completion of 

UTP Stage II, in order to be guaranteed admission to the School of Engineering Science. Course offerings may change without notice. 

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Arts and Social Sciences 

The University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II in Arts and Social Sciences is the first year of SFU’s Bachelor of 

Arts and provides the foundation for further study in many aspects of arts and social sciences that lead to further 

studies in areas such as Economics, English, International Politics, Film and Video Studies, Political Science, 

Linguistics and Criminology. 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 as you progress in the Bachelor degree. 

UTP Stage II: Arts and Social Sciences 

Required courses* 

Choose at least seven (7) courses 






• Introduction to Fiction 

• Introduction to Issues in 

Literature & Culture 





• Introduction to Politics 

and Government 





• Introduction to Statistics 

for the Social Sciences 


• East/West 


Law & Legal Institutions 


Choose up to three (3) courses 



• Financial Accounting 

• Behaviour in Organizations 



• Explorations in Mass 

Communication 


Science & Programming I 


Science & Programming II 





• Precalculus 



• Calculus for the Social Sciences I 

For more information on the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences 

visit - www.sfu.ca/arts 

Simon Fraser 

University programs 

Bachelor of Arts 

• Anthropology 

• Archaeology 

• Art & Culture 

• Asia-Canada 

• Cognitive Science 

• Criminology 

• Economics 

• English 

• Film & Video Studies 

• First Nations Studies 

• French 

• Geography 

• History 

• Humanities 

• International Studies 

• Labour Studies 

• Languages 

• Latin American 

Development Studies 

• Linguistics 

• Mathematics 

• Philosophy 

• Political Science 

• Psychology 

• Sociology 

• Statistics 

• Women’s Studies 

You must complete a minimum of 30 units 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. Course offerings may change without notice. Please refer to the website, www.fraseric.ca, for the most up-to-date list of course offerings. 

* A Student Advisor will help you choose units to satisfy SFU entry requirements. 

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SFU – it’s your choice 

SFU has over 100 programs within eight faculties and consistently pushes the boundaries 

of academic innovation. FIC offers direct pathways into SFU degree programs in Business 

Administration, Computing Science, Engineering Science and Arts & Social Sciences. 

Upon successful completion of UTP Stage II, you may be eligible to apply to other Faculties 

or Programs within SFU. 

The following programs may be available for internal transfer at SFU: 

Faculty of Education Programs 

• Early Learning 

• Mathematical Sciences 

• Counselling and Human Development 

• Curriculum and Instruction 

• Early Learning 

• Education Psychology 

• Environmental Education 

• French Education 

• International and Global Education 

• Physical Education 

• Secondary Mathematics Education 

• General Studies (Education) 

Faculty of Science Programs 

• Actuarial Science 

• Applied Mathematics 

• Applied Physics 

• Biological Sciences 

• Cell and Molecular Biology 

• Ecology and 

Evolutionary Biology 

• Biomedical Physiology 

• Chemistry 

• Earth Sciences 

• Industrial Mathematics 

• Biomedical Physiology 

and Kinesiology 

• Ergonomics and 

Human Factors 

• Health and Physiological 

Sciences 

• Management and 

Systems Science 

• Marine Science 

• Mathematics BSC 

• Molecular Biology 

and Biochemistry 

• Nuclear Science 

• Statistics 

Faculty of Health Sciences Programs 

• Social Health Science 

• Infectious Disease 

• Environmental Health 

• Global Health 

• Communication 

• Media and Culture 

• Political Economy 

and Policy 

• Technology and Society 

• Contemporary Art 

• Art and Culture Studies 

• Dance 

• Film 

• Mental Health and 

Addictions 

• Population and 

Public Health 

• Social Inequalities 

Faculty of Communication, Interactive 

Arts and Technology Programs 

• Music 

• Theatre 

• Visual Art 

• Interactive Art and 

Technology 

• Design 

• Informatics 

• Media Arts 

Faculty of Environment Programs 

• Environmental Science 

• Biogeophysical Science 

• Ecosystems: Water 

• Ecosystems: Applied 

Environmental Conservation 

• Ecosystems: Ecotoxicology 

• Environmental literacy 

• Geography 

For more information 

• Geographic 

Information Science 

• Human Geography 

• Physical Geography 

• Spatial Information Systems 

• Sustainable Community 

Development 

For details on Bachelor degrees offered at Simon Fraser 

University visit www.sfu.ca/prospectiveundergrads. 

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 units to complete the degree. 

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Summer Study Abroad Program 

Improve your professional knowledge and English skill in the context of your current or future studies. 

Whether you are seeking your first university program, have recently graduated, or are already working 

in your chosen career, FIC’s Summer Study Abroad program provides the perfect opportunity for travel 

and adventure while advancing your academic and professional goals. Students in the one term (4 

month) Summer Study Abroad Program have full access to all SFU facilities and services including oncampus 

accommodation, libraries, computer labs, recreation facilities, clubs and associations, health 

and counselling and career services. 

Pre-university Level Study 

Abroad Programs 

Academic Program 

FIC’s Pre-university Summer 

Study Abroad Program prepares 

students for entry into Universitylevel 

studies. Students choose up 

to four (4) introductory courses in 

subjects such as Business, English, 

Mathematics and Computing. 

(IELTS 5.5 or equivalent required) 

Academic & Academic English 

Language Program 

The Academic & Academic English 

Language Summer Study Abroad Program 

combines full time English language 

study (15 hours per week) with up to two 

(2) pre-university academic courses. 


University Level Study 

Abroad Programs 

Academic Program 

Courses in the University-level Summer 

Study Abroad Program are equivalent 

to the first year of Simon Fraser 

University degree program courses. 

Students choose up to four (4) academic 

courses from a variety of offerings in 

the field of Business Administration, 

Computing Science, Engineering Science 

and/or Arts & Social Sciences. 


Academic & Academic English 

Language Program 

The Summer Study Abroad Academic 

& Academic English Language Program 

combines full time English language 

study (15 hours per week) with up to two 

(2) university-level academic courses. 


Visit FIC online 

Why visit us at www.fraseric.ca? 

To find the most up-to-date information 

on FIC, including course information, 

course descriptions, accommodation 

options and FIC/SFU scholarship 

availability, so get online and find out all 

you need to know and what awaits you 

at FIC and Simon Fraser University. 

FIC is on Facebook - Join Us! 

FIC has its own Facebook page - 

www.facebook.com/fraseric. Become 

a member today and see what our 

students are getting up to; make new 

friends and find out from current 

students exactly what life’s like at FIC. 

Official FIC YouTube Channel 

www.youtube.com/fraserintcollege 

Visit the FIC YouTube Channel 

to view videos of current FIC 

students and to find out more about 

daily life as an FIC student. 

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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 

At FIC, we understand that the transition 

to university-level study can be 

difficult. To assist you in developing the 

study skills necessary to successfully 

complete your program of study, FIC 

offers a variety of different study 

and learning support services. 

Our Student Advisors, in conjunction 

with SFU and various teaching staff, 

run a number of support tutorials and 

workshops throughout each term for 

students to develop their study skills 

in areas such as time management, 

essay writing, course planning and 

examination techniques. Certified peer 

tutors are also available to assist you in 

all courses offered at FIC. If you need 

assistance with assignment drafting, 

researching, and referencing we can 

help. International students who need 

extra help with their spoken and written 

English skills will also find the free 

English support tutorials offered each 

term very helpful. We encourage you 

to participate fully in these programs 

and to contact the friendly staff at FIC 

for advice and assistance as soon as 

you are finding things a little difficult. 

Personal support 

A free and confidential advising service 

is available to all FIC students. Things 

often do not go the way we planned 

or sometimes problems of a personal 

nature arise. An advisor is available to 

meet with you to discuss any problems 

or concerns you may have while you 

are at FIC. If anything is preventing you 

from enjoying your academic, social 

or personal life, then seeing the FIC 

Advisor is often a very good start in 

resolving these issues. FIC students 

also have access to the excellent health 

and counselling services of SFU. 

Integrated Learning Skills 

The Integrated Learning Skills Course is 

designed to provide students with the 

learning skills required to be successful in 

university studies in a Canadian learning 

environment. The course offers students 

a broad introduction to the skills involved 

in acquiring information and in conveying 

knowledge to others. This course is 

required for all UTP Stage II students to 

ensure a smooth transition to a Canadian 

teaching/learning environment. 

Orientation* 

Orientation is a series of activities and 

programs at the start of the term which 

provides you with valuable information 

and assistance to help you make a 

smooth transition to study at FIC. 

What happens at Orientation? 

• Welcome to Canada and 

FIC/SFU Community. 

• Be introduced to FIC/SFU 

services and facilities. 

• Obtain program information. 

• Obtain student ID card. 

• Obtain information about 

your Medical insurance. 

• Be introduced to FIC services 

and facilities. 

• Tour the SFU campus. 

• Meet new friends and FIC staff. 

• Students registered for SFU 

on-campus accommodation 

are automatically registered for 

dormitory orientation and are 

encouraged to participate fully. 

* Please note: Attendance at Orientation is compulsory for all new students. 

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Meet your Instructors 

Ms Shauna McAuley 

Economics Instructor 

Courses taught: 

ECN100 Introduction to Economics 

ECON103 – 4 Principles of Microeconomics 

Qualifications: 

Bachelor of Arts (Business and Economics) 

(Honours) – University of Saskatchewan 

Master of Arts (Economics) – 


Dr. Jennifer Johnson 

Philosophy Instructor 


PHIL001 Critical Thinking 


Master of Philosophy - University of British Columbia 

PhD (Philosophy) - University of California, Berkeley 

Dr. Yourie Pankratz 

Linguistics, Communication and 

Cognitive Science Instructor 


LING110 The Wonder of Words 


PhD (Cognitive and Applied Linguistics, 

Psycholinguistics and Communication) 

- Research Institute of Linguistics and 

Communication of the Academy of Sciences 

of Russia and Moscow State University 

“I have experienced teaching at different 

universities and have been teaching at 

Fraser international College since 2008. 

One of the reasons I enjoy teaching 

at FIC is the small class size, which 

allows me to work with many students 

individually, establishing a better 

understanding of the course material. 

I am fortunate to work with a 

very talented and dedicated staff 

of instructors and advisors who 

support students throughout the 

term. Fraser International College 

is unique to other post-secondary 

institutions because of the resources 

that are available for its students. 

Many of my former students tell me about 

how Fraser International College has 

prepared them to excel in an academic 

learning environment. I am very pleased 

with the quality of the students, not only 

in the classroom but in how they have 

integrated into our college community.” 

“I have been teaching philosophy at 

Simon Fraser University since 2005 and 

at FIC since September 2009. I have 

been struck by the extent to which FIC is 

a supportive and welcoming community. 

I really appreciate FIC’s commitment 

to supporting students – socially, 

emotionally, and academically – as 

they start life in Canada. I am also 

impressed by the enthusiasm with 

which the FIC students meet the 

challenge of living in a new country. 

I greatly enjoy being part of the FIC 

community, and I am excited to help 

prepare FIC students for their transition 

to undergraduate studies at SFU.” 

“I started teaching LING110, The 

Wonder of Words, at FIC in May 2009. 

Teaching small classes at FIC gives my 

students huge advantages over my SFU 

students because the FIC students are 

able to clarify any concerns, and to 

get answers to any questions that are 

relevant for their success in my course. 

The personalized learning environment 

at FIC gives my students a great 

opportunity to succeed in their later 

studies and careers and to create 

a very solid foundation in order to 

transfer smoothly to SFU programs.” 

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Did you know? 

SFU offers FIC students 

scholarships valued at C$3500 

for students whose GPA is 3.7 or 

above upon completion of 

the FIC University Transfer 

Program Stage II. 

Helping students achieve their goals 

FIC Alumni 

Jin Shi 

China 

Bachelor of Applied Science 

(Computing Science) 

“My name is Jin Shi and I’m an 

international student from mainland 

China. I studied in FIC from Sept 2008 

until Aug 2009. I’m currently studying in 

the second year of the Bachelor of Applied 

Science - Computing Science program 

at SFU. I graduated from FIC with GPA of 

4.17 and received a scholarship from SFU. 

I have a lot of feelings to share about FIC. 

Firstly, FIC provides quality education and 

advanced teaching conditions. All the FIC 

instructors and professors possess the 

instruction level of teaching in SFU. The 

course content and the difficulty level of 

exams are the same as the ones at SFU. 

This is the reason why SFU completely 

recognizes the credits provided by FIC. 

FIC has the advantage that SFU does 

not have, which is the small classes 

with 25-35 students in one class. SFU 

professors focus on teaching and leave 

checking assignments and examination 

papers to their teaching assistants. This 

is different from FIC where professors 

personally mark test papers and have 

much more closer relationship with 

students. FIC also provides many different 

classes along with tutorial workshops. 

In a word, if you are an international 

student who is determined to study 

in SFU, but could not realize the 

dream immediately, FIC is absolutely 

your most valuable choice.” 

Renata Yulgusheva 

Russia 

Bachelor of Business Administration 

“Back in Russia, I was thinking about what 

I would expect from my journey in another 

country. Besides studying, one of the 

things that popped out in my mind was 

that I wanted meet people from different 

cultures. Canada is a multinational 

country where diversity is celebrated. 

When my parents and I were choosing 

a college for my future studies we 

looked at the programs that were 

offered at FIC, the instructors and 

staff, its location and decided that 

it would be great choice for me! 

During my studies at FIC I met a lot of 

incredible people. At FIC, instructors 

were not just teachers; they were much 

more for me. One of the things that I was 

surprised with is that everyone at FIC from 

staff to instructors cares about you. You 

are not left alone; you can always get help 

from professors and student coordinators. 

FIC was one of my best experiences in 

Canada. I met my friends there, I earned 

a scholarship from both FIC and SFU 

and I successfully transferred to SFU. 

FIC gave me a path to SFU! I am very 

grateful to everyone who is working 

there and who helped me to get through 

my first year in a foreign country.” 

Rodrigo Rojas 

Mexico 

Bachelors of Arts (Communication) 

“My experience at FIC had no 

comparison! Small classes allowed me 

to learn in a more efficient way. I got 

to know my teachers and classmates 

who come from all around the world. 

English is my second language and 

I had some troubles especially with 

the written part, but FIC helped me 

by providing workshops to improve 

my oral skills, giving me the chance to 

improve not only my written English 

but my spoken English as well. 

FIC not only allows students to prepare 

for academic life in Canada but also to 

face life’s challenges. All members of staff 

were always willing to help us and answer 

all the questions we have regarding 

living in another country; and now, as 

an FIC alumni, I’m glad I went through 

the FIC program before going to SFU. 

When I transferred to Simon Fraser 

University, I was at the same level as 

the Canadian students and I already 

knew what kind of workload to expect 

from school. If you have the chance 

to come to FIC I recommend you to 

come, you are not going to regret it!” 

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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. 

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SFU Residences 

(on campus accommodation) 

FIC students may choose to live in SFU 

residences at the Burnaby campus, just a 

short walk from classes. The residences 

feature extra long beds, shared TVs 

and microwaves in common rooms, and 

wiring for high-speed Internet access. 

The residences also include a dining 

hall and a meal plan that is available 

for the entire residence community. 

Life at the centre of it all, barbeque nights, 

movie nights and “rez” challenges are just 

some of the regular activities that make 

residence fun! SFU students, staff and 

volunteers are there to help make the most 

of the residence experience – whether 

it is sharing study tips, letting students 

know where to find the best cup of coffee 

or inviting you to join in a volleyball 

game. For many students, residence life 

is one of the most memorable aspects 

of their undergraduate experience. 

To apply online, please refer to: 

http://students.sfu.ca/residences/ 

Homestay 

For many students, the opportunity to 

stay with a Canadian family, off-campus 

and in the community, offers a special 

appeal. As a homestay student, you 

will have the chance to be a part of the 

family, taking part in family activities 

and celebrating special occasions. 

All families are within commuting distance 

of FIC/SFU. Homestay may include 

breakfast, lunch and dinner. Your homestay 

package may be upgraded to include special 

amenities such as Internet or a private 

bathroom upon request. FIC’s preferred 

homestay providers are Vancouver Central 

Homestay and First Choice International 

Placement Inc. To explore homestay options 

in Vancouver refer to 

www.vancouvercentralhomestay.com 

or www.fciplacement.com 

What if I’m under 19 

years of age? 

All students under 19 years of age who 

come to Canada to study and who 

are not accompanied by a parent or 

legal guardian, must be cared for by a 

responsible adult in Canada. This person 

is known as the Legal Guardian. First 

Choice International Placement Inc. is 

pleased to provide a monitored custodial 

guardianship service for unaccompanied 

minor-aged students who are either: 

• staying in a homestay arranged 

and/or approved by First Choice 

International Placement Inc.; or 

• staying on-campus at a 

recognized public or private 

post-secondary institution. 

For further information and to apply 

go to - www.fciplacement.com 

Off-campus accommodation 

A wide range of off-campus 

accommodation including private rentals 

and shared accommodation is available to 

FIC students. The following online resources 

will provide you comprehensive and up-todate 

listings and are the best places to start 

looking for off-campus accommodation: 

www.sfu.myidealhome.com 

www.homes4students.ca 

www.vancouver.en.craigslist.ca 

Airport reception 

To request pick up upon arrival in 

Vancouver, please visit 

www.beatonsmeetandgreet.com. 

(Approximate cost is C$75 - C$85) 

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Your investment 

Fees and charges for 2010/2011 academic year 

Normal duration 

Total program fees 

English language program 

Mixed English Course (AES) 1 semester C$3,400 (plus additional costs on a 

per course basis) 

Pre-university level program 

UTP Stage I 2 semesters C$13,776 

University level programs 

UTP Stage II in Business Administration 3 semesters C$15,980 

UTP Stage II in Engineering Science 3 semesters C$15,980 

UTP Stage II in Computing Science 3 semesters C$15,980 

UTP Stage II in Arts and Social Sciences 3 semesters C$15,980 

Study Abroad Programs 

Academic Program – Pre-university 1 semester C$6,888 

Academic Program – University Level 1 semester C$6,392 

Academic & English Language Program – Pre-university 1 semester C$6,844 

Academic & English Language Program – University Level 1 semester C$6,596 

PAS English Language Program 

Application fee (non refundable) C$250 

Program fee 1 semester C$5,015 

Other fees and charges 

Biology Lab fee for BISC100 C$100 

Medical insurance (compulsory) 12 months C$492 

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$50 

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 and charges are in Canadian Dollars. Fees and charges are subject to change without notice. GST where applicable is not included in the fees schedule. 

* Payable to homestay providers. Payable to third party providers. 

Program fees include: 

• Full tuition & Orientation program 

• Access to SFU facilities 

• FIC/SFU support services 

Additional costs 

In addition to your tuition fees, you will 

need between C$13,000 and C$15,000 

to meet your expenses each year. This 

includes books, stationery, equipment, 

accommodation, meals, medical 

insurance, transport, utilities, text 

books, recreation and entertainment. 

Telecommunication, recreation and 

entertainment costs will vary according 

to individual student’s requirements. 

Navitas family bursary 

Navitas offers financial support in the 

form of family bursaries. The Navitas 

family bursary applies where two or more 

students from the same family study 

at a Navitas institution. The first family 

member can be studying at a Navitas 

institution at the same time as other 

family members or may have studied at 

any Navitas institution previously. For the 

purpose of this bursary, a family member 

is defined as a brother, sister, mother, 

father, son, daughter or stepchild. 

The family bursary is granted to the 

second and subsequent family members 

who study at a Navitas institution. The 

bursary is equivalent to 10 percent of the 

tuition fee for the first eight courses of 

study in the UTP Stage I and for the first 

ten courses of study in the UTP Stage 

II programs. It is credited to the eligible 

student’s tuition fee account each term 

(the amount being relevant to the number 

of courses undertaken in that term). 

Please note: For students attending FIC, the Navitas family bursary is not applicable to English language programs or any component of an English language program. 

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Navitas scholarships 

Hello Everyone! The gratitude in being an FIC scholarship recipient is really 

unexplainable. I greatly appreciate the aid that was honored to me. The kind of 

support that the administration staff offered me during the application process 

was truly applaudable. As an international student the reward was a dream 

come true, making my Canadian studies comfortable for me. It not only reduced 

the burden but also induces students (like me) to apply for scholarships. 

So, friends its not just an FIC experience its also the opportunity to get a 

university experience as we get full access to the Campus facilities of SFU, it’s 

the icing on the cake. 

The faculty and the whole setup is definitely comfortable and convenient 

for international students. There is so much to learn once you interact and 

communicate with students from different countries, cultures and societies. 

Obviously it transforms students into mature individuals preparing them for 

different phases and circumstances in ones lives. 

Rohini Grover, India 

2009 Navitas Academic Merit Scholarship Recipient 

Navitas academic merit 

scholarships 

Navitas is committed to helping students 

achieve their career goals by offering 

scholarships to outstanding students. 

The scholarship applies to 50% of the 

tuition fee for a Navitas Diploma* 

program at a Navitas college or one 

academic semester of undergraduate 

studies at ACN, Curtin Sydney, Curtin 

Singapore or Macquarie City Campus. 

To be considered for the Navitas academic 

merit scholarship, students must: 

1. Have achieved a minimum average 

of 70% in their high school final year 

grades. Students who have completed 

further studies, must have achieved a 

minimum average of 70% in the last 12 

months of their most recent studies 

to be eligible. Non-academic subjects 

including physical education, religion 

and languages are not included in the 

assessment; and 2. Have achieved a 

minimum English language proficiency 

of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent; and 3. Have 

a Letter of Offer from a Navitas college 

or Navitas operated university campus 

(must hold an UNCONDITIONAL OFFER 

by the application deadline); and 4. Be 

a new applicant (i.e. students who are 

currently studying with a Navitas member 

institution are not eligible). 

Please note: 

1. 2 x 50% scholarships are offered at all Navitas 

colleges each term. 

2. Additional factors such as educational disadvantage, 

membership of a specific equity group and/or 

significantly adverse personal circumstances may 

be taken into account where the committee must 

differentiate between equally qualified applicants. 

3. Students who are eligible to apply for a Navitas 

academic merit scholarship will be sent the 

scholarship application form with their Letter of Offer. 

* Diploma program may also be known or registered 

as Diploma Stage 2, 1st Year Degree Programme 

or University Transfer Program Stage II by some 

Navitas member institutions. 

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Study Permit/TRV information 

Prospective international students intending to study in Canada must obtain a Study Permit from a 

Canadian Diplomatic Mission in their home country before beginning their journey to Canada. Depending 

on your citizenship or where you live, you may need a temporary resident visa as well as a study permit. 

FIC has local representatives in most 

countries. These representatives are 

able to offer you support and assistance 

when applying to study in Canada. For 

further information on representatives 

in your area contact the Admissions 

Department - admissions@fraseric.ca. 

The main requirements for a 

Study Permit application are: 

• Letter of Offer from FIC 

• Receipt showing payment 

• Letter of Acceptance from FIC 

• Medical check-up documentation 

as required by CIC regulations 

• Proof of financial support as 

required by regulations 

1. Check the application processing 

times. This will give you an 

idea of how long it will take to 

process your application. 

2. Obtain and print the 

application package. 

The package includes the application 

guide and all the forms you need 

to fill out. www.cic.gc.ca/english/ 

information/applications/student.asp 

If you are from one of the designated 

countries, a visa officer will process 

your application for a temporary 

resident visa at the same time. You 

do not need a separate application. 

3. Determine where you will submit 

your application. You must submit 

your application to the visa office 

that is responsible for the country 

or region where you live. 

4. Collect the documents you need to 

apply. You can find information on 

fees and other local requirements 

on the website of the visa office 

serving your country or region. 

5. Complete your application for 

a study permit. Fill in the forms 

carefully and completely. 

• Type or print clearly, using black 

ink. For languages that do not use 

the Latin alphabet. i.e., Chinese, 

Arabic, Cyrillic, Japanese, Hebrew, 

etc., add appropriate characters. 

• Answer all questions carefully, 

completely and truthfully. 

Incomplete application packages 

will not be processed, and 

will be returned to you. 

6. Pay the correct processing fee. 

There is a fee to apply for a study 

permit. In many countries, the 

processing fee can be paid in the 

local currency. You should check 

the website of the Canadian visa 

office serving the country or 

region where you live for additional 

information on fees, including how 

to pay them. The processing fee 

will not be refunded, even if your 

application is not accepted. 

7. Check your application. Make sure 

your application is complete and that 

you include the necessary documents. 

Use the document checklist that is 

included in the application kit. Consult 

the website of the Canadian visa 

office serving the country or region 

where you live to determine if you 

need to fill out any additional forms or 

provide any additional documents. 

8. Submit the application form. Sign 

and date the application form, and 

be sure you include the receipt 

for the processing fee. Submit the 

application form to the Canadian 

visa office that serves the country 

or region where you live. 

9. Supply additional information 

or documents. 

After the visa office receives your 

application, it might request more 

information or documents. These 

may include the following: 

• Medical information 

In most cases, you will need a 

medical examination. A visa officer 

will send you instructions if you 

need a medical examination. 

This may add more than three 

months to the processing 

time of your application. 

• Security information 

If you want to study in Canada, 

you and any family members who 

come to Canada with you, and who 

are 18 years of age and over, may 

have to provide police certificates. 

More information can be obtained 

from: www.cic.gc.ca 

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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, and examination processes. 

Privacy Act 

FIC is bound by the Privacy Act which 

regulates the way private sector 

organizations can collect, use and 

disclose personal information. 

Code of Conduct 

FIC plays an important role in the lives of 

students and all students studying at FIC 

have the right to be treated with respect 

and courtesy by FIC staff and fellow 

students in an environment free from 

harassment and conducive to learning. 

FIC expects you to abide by the Code 

of Conduct by accepting responsibility 

for your behavior and conducting 

yourself in a professional manner, 

and treating fellow students and staff 

with respect, honesty and courtesy. 

Grievance procedures, 

appeals or complaints 

FIC has policies and procedures 

for dealing with student complaints, 

grievances and appeals in a constructive 

and timely manner. Independent 

dispute resolution is available if 

you feel that a grievance has not 

been resolved satisfactorily. 

Access and equity 

FIC is committed to equal 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. 

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How to apply 

1. International students are to complete 

the Application form on pages 31 and 

32 or apply online at the following 

website: http://www.fraseric.ca/ 

online_app.html. Canadian Citizens 

and Permanent Residents are not 

eligible to study at FIC at this time. 

2. Attach certified copies of all academic 

qualifications including school 

reports and official examination 

certificates plus English language 

test results and relevant employment 

documents. Please ensure that your 

current name is added to copies 

obtained under a former name and 

that certified translations accompany 

documents that are not in English. 

Copies can be certified by: 

• the official records department 

of the institution that originally 

issued the documents 

• a Justice of the Peace or 

Notary Public 

• an authorized FIC representative 

• a Canadian Diplomatic Mission 

or Canadian Education Centre. 

3. Send your application to FIC via 

fax, e-mail attachment or to one 

of our representative offices. 

4. If your application is successful, you 

will be sent a Letter of Offer from FIC 

explaining the programs you have 

been offered, the fees payable and 

Academic calendar 

the program commencement date. 

Any conditions that have not been 

met at the time of application will 

be included in the Offer and must 

be met prior to course enrolment. 

5. To secure placement, it is necessary 

to pay the fees and charges due. These 

include 50% of the program fees, SFU 

Student Services fee and the Medical 

Insurance fee. Payment of the amount 

due should be made in Canadian 

Dollars to Fraser International College 

by bank cheque or international bank 

draft. Payment may also be made 

by direct deposit or telegraphic 

transfer to the following account: 

Beneficiary: 

Fraser International 

College Limited 

Bank name: 

Royal Bank of Canada 

Main Branch, Royal Centre, 

1025 West Georgia Street, 

Vancouver, British Columbia, 

Canada, V6E 3N9 

Account number: 

116-981-2 

Transit #: 

00010 

SWIFT code: 

ROYCCAT2 

If you pay by direct deposit or 

telegraphic transfer, you must provide 

FIC with proof of payment (such 

as a receipt). Please quote your 

student number on the telegraphic 

transfer or direct deposit. 

6. We accept Visa and Mastercard 

payments online at the following 

website: www.fraseric.ca/ 

banking/pay.html and Debit 

card payments in the office. 

7. On receipt of payment, your place 

at FIC will be confirmed in writing. 

International students will receive 

a Letter of Acceptance which you 

must present along with the fees 

receipt and Letter of Offer to a 

Canadian Diplomatic Mission in your 

home country when applying for a 

Study Permit. Sufficient time for the 

issue of a Study Permit should be 

allowed before the commencement 

of the program. This time frame 

may vary from country to country. 

Year Intake Orientation Semester start Semester end 

(including exams) 

2010 January 4 January 2010 5 January 2009 1 May 2010 

2010 May 6 May 2010 10 May 2010 21 August 2010 

2010 September 2 September 2010 7 September 2010 18 December 2010 

2011 January 3 January 2011 4 January 2011 16 April 2011 

2011 May 5 May 2011 9 May 2011 20 August 2011 

2011 September 1 September 2011 6 September 2011 December 2011 

Dates are correct at the time of printing. Please check www.fraseric.ca for the most up-to-date information. 

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Conditions of enrolment 

Fees 

1. All fees, charges and accounts are payable in advance as determined 

by FIC from time to time. Students will not be permitted to commence 

or continue their program at the beginning of any semester 

until all outstanding fees, charges and accounts are paid. 

2. Fees are correct at the time of printing. FIC reserves the 

right to vary its fees at any time without notice. 

3. Where a student studies less than or more than a full semester load, the 

student will pay the current per course fee for each course undertaken. 

4. Should it be necessary for the student to repeat 

a course, the full amount is payable. 

5. Any overpayment of fees will remain credited towards a student’s 

account and applied against charges in a subsequent semester unless 

the student has completed, cancelled or withdrawn from their program. 

6. No refunds are given for tuition fees unless the student has 

completed, cancelled or withdrawn from their program. 

Study Permit conditions 

1. For specific information on Study Permit Conditions refer to www.cic.gc.ca 

2. Study Permits are usually issued for the period of the program. 

Students wishing to extend their Study Permit should first 

consult FIC for assistance. Students must apply for a new Study 

Permit before expiration of their current Study Permit. 

3. FIC will provide mandatory twelve (12) months of medical 

coverage upon arrival in Canada. At the end of the twelve 

(12) months, students will have the option to extend the initial 

coverage or apply for the BC Medical Services Plan. 

Other conditions 

1. The student is expected to attend all classes, undertake all 

tests and examinations during a program, and abide by all 

rules and regulations of FIC that are in force at any time. 

2. The contract between the applicant and FIC is governed by 

the laws of Canada and the Province of British Columbia. 

3. FIC may, by written notice, vary the conditions of enrollment as 

may be necessary to comply with any law, regulation or amendment 

thereof, of Canada or the Province of British Columbia. 

4. In the event of circumstances requiring urgent medical care and where 

it is not possible to contact the parent/guardian, FIC is authorized as 

a matter of urgency to seek and provide appropriate medical care. 

5. International students must meet the minimum English language 

requirements for entry to the program. Applicants must 

provide recognized English assessment results and if the test 

reveals insufficient English language skills, the student will 

be required to enrol in one Academic English language course 

in the first term of study, or to enrol in an intensive English 

language program prior to the commencement of studies. 

Deferral 

Student can defer their program start date a maximum of two times. 

Subsequent requests for deferral will result in the student needing to re-apply. 

Deferral requests must be made in writing. If a student wishes to defer their 

admission until a later term, FIC will hold the fees paid until commencement 

without levying a penalty. If the student subsequently withdraws, the Fee 

Refund Policy will apply as at the date FIC was advised in writing of their 

withdrawal. FIC reserves the right to apply the Fee Refund Policy to the date 

of the initial deferral. FIC reserves the right to not approve deferral requests. 

Deferral after enrolment 

Continuing students wishing to defer their program after enrollment 

and within the first four (4) weeks of program commencement, will 

have any fees paid transferred to the next semester. If the students 

subsequently withdraws, the Fee Refund Policy applied from the date 

FIC received advice regarding the leave of absence. If the student 

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 

will only be approved for illness or compassionate reasons. 

Students in their first term of study may not defer their program after 

enrollment. 

Fee Refund Policy 

1. For the purposes of this Fee Refund Policy, term fees are defined 

as one full-time term of study in any program at FIC. 

2. If an applicant accepts a place offered by FIC and pays the fees, 

a binding contract is created between the student and FIC. 

3. Notification of cancellation or withdrawal from course(s), or withdrawal 

or deferral from a program of study must be made in writing to FIC. 

4. Students who dispute FIC’s decision regarding a refund, have access 

to an independent grievance resolution process. This does not 

circumscribe the student’s right to pursue other legal remedies or 

take further action under Canada’s consumer protection laws. 

5. In case of cancellation or withdrawal, the cancellation fee (and 

administration charge if relevant) will be calculated as shown in the 

table below. 

6. In case of deferral, the fees will be retained by FIC until 

recommencement of studies. If the student subsequently 

withdraws, the Fee Refund Policy will apply as at the date FIC was 

advised in writing of their withdrawal. FIC reserves the right to 

apply the Fee Refund Policy to the date of the initial deferral. 

7. Where a Study Permit renewal is rejected due to a breach in Study 

Permit conditions, a student must withdraw from FIC and the 

cancellation fee will be calculated as shown in the table below. 

8. Students whose enrollment is terminated by FIC will not be entitled to 

any refund of fees. Any fee refund is wholly at the discretion of FIC. 

9. FIC reserves the right to withdraw a program or course(s) from offer 

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 be 

refunded with the exception of a C$235 administration fee. 

10. All refunds under this Fee Refund Policy will be paid within four 

(4) weeks of receiving a written claim from the student. 

11. Refunds are to be paid to the person who enters into the contract with 

FIC, unless the person gives a written direction to FIC to pay 

the refund to another person. 

Notification period 

Study Permit refusal (Proof of 

refusal necessary, for example, 

letter of Study Permit rejection 

from Canadian embassy) 

Cancellation fee 

C$235 

Notification received prior to commencement of classes 

(in any semester): 

More than 10 weeks 20% of semester fees (+ C$500 

administration fee) 

10 weeks or less 50% of semester fees (+ C$500 

administration fee) 

Commencement of classes 

No refund 

Notification received after commencement of classes 

(in any semester): 

Weeks 1 – 14 

No refund 

Withdrawal of single course(s): 

Weeks 1 – 4 

Weeks 5 – 14 

Withdrawal from program: 

Weeks 1 – 14 

No penalty 

(Funds remain with FIC and are credited 

against enrollment in a subsequent 

term. Fees are forfeited if the student 

does not re-enroll in a subsequent 

semester.) 

No refund 

100% of course fess 

The cancellation fees listed above refer only to your tuition fees at FIC. 

For cancellation fees related to airport reception and homestay placement, 

please contact First Choice International Placement Inc. or Vancouver 

Central Homestay. 

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Application form 

Please print in BLOCK LETTERS 

Personal details 

Title: Mr Ms Other 

Family name: 

Given names: 

Preferred name: 

Education details 

Secondary education – highest level achieved 

Name of qualification (eg. Year 12, HKALE or ‘A’ Levels): 

School attended: 

Date of birth: / / (day/month/year) 

Gender: Male Female 

Contact details 

Address in Canada (if known): 

Completed: Yes No 

Country/State: 

Language of instruction: 

Post-secondary and further education 

Name of qualification: 

Institution attended: 

Address in home country (must be student’s address): 

Completed: 

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 

Mobile telephone: 

Home telephone: 

Email (must be student’s email address): 

Country of birth: 

Nationality: 

Passport number: 

Do you hold Permanent Resident status in Canada? 

Yes No 

English requirements 

IELTS or TOEFL score: 

Other: 

Will you be studying English in Canada before starting at FIC? 

Yes No 

If “Yes”, name of school: 

Please complete the relevant section for each program you wish to 

undertake. If you wish to study at FIC and then at SFU, you must complete 

both FIC and SFU sections. 

Fraser International College (FIC) 

Pre-university level 

UTP Stage I 

Study Abroad Program (one semester) 

University level 

UTP Stage II in Business Administration 

UTP Stage II in Computing Science 

UTP Stage II in Engineering Science 

UTP Stage II in Arts and Social Sciences 

Summer Study Abroad Program (one semester) 

Commencement 

Please indicate the year and term you wish to begin your studies. 

Year: January May September 

Simon Fraser University (SFU) 

Preferred program (if known): 

When? (Dates) 

Preferred major (if known):

Accommodation 

Do you require accommodation? 

Yes No 

If “Yes”, what type of accommodation? 

Homestay 

On-Campus 

Off-Campus 

Airport reception 

Do you require airport pick-up? 

Yes No 

If you ticked “Yes” above, information will be emailed to you regarding 

airport pick-up. 

Request for learning support 

If there is anything that may affect your learning (for example impairments 

to your mobility, sight, hearing, reading or writing), please notify FIC 

and SFU so that we can support you. Please indicate your needs on a 

separate sheet of paper and attach to this application. 

Medical insurance requirements 

I understand FIC will provide mandatory twelve (12) months of medical 

coverage upon arrival in Canada. At the end of the twelve (12) months 

I will have an option to extend the initial coverage or apply for the BC 

Medical Plan. 

Sponsored students only 

Type of sponsorship (ie. tuition fees and/or living expenses): 

Declaration 

I declare that the information I have supplied on this form is, to the best of my 

understanding and belief, complete and correct. I understand that the giving of false 

or incomplete information may lead to the refusal of my application or cancellation 

of enrollment. I have read and understood the published course information in the 

brochure or website and I have sufficient information about FIC and SFU to enroll. I 

give FIC and SFU permission to obtain official records from 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 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). 

I understand that if I have applied through an approved FIC and/or SFU agent, 

all correspondence relating to my application will be forwarded to that agent. I 

understand that fees may change without notice. 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 the time of my studies at FIC. I understand that this may be 

different to the Fee Refund Policy as specified in this brochure. I have also read the 

section in the FIC brochure relating to costs of living and I understand that living 

expenses in Canada may be higher than in my own country and I confirm that I am 

able to meet these costs. I understand that after I commence the UTPII program at 

FIC, I must complete a minimum of 30 units before I can transfer to SFU. 

I understand that after I commence the UTPII program at FIC, I must complete a 

minimum of 30 units before I can transfer to SFU. 

I authorize FIC to give information about my application for student housing to SFU 

residence and housing departments pertaining to my accommodation needs. I also 

authorize SFU residence and housing departments to give information about my 

application for student housing to FIC pertaining to my accommodation needs. 

Applicant’s signature: (must be the same signature as in your passport) 

Name of organization sponsoring you: 

Date: / / (day/month/year) 

Other information 

How did you first learn about FIC? You may tick more than one. 

Exhibition/Seminar 

Newspaper/Magazine 

Recommended by a friend/relative 

Recommended by an education agent 

Internet 

Other 

Please specify: 

Disclaimer (for students 19 years and older) 

I grant FIC permission to provide my parent(s) or guardian(s), when requested, 

with any information pertaining to my application to study, ongoing academic 

progress, results and attendance. 

Yes 

No 

If you are under 19 years of age, your parent or guardian must also sign 

this application form. 

Parent’s/Guardian’s signature: 

Date: / / (day/month/year) 

Postal Address for applications: 

Admissions Officer 

Fraser International College 

Simon Fraser University, 

Burnaby Campus 

MTF Building, Discovery Park 

Suite 100, 8900 Nelson Way 

Representative’s stamp 

Burnaby, BC, Canada V5A 4W9 

Phone: +1 778 782 5011 

Fax: +1 778 782 5101 

Email: admissions@fraseric.ca 

Internet: www.fraseric.ca 

Application checklist 

Check that you have: 

Completed all sections of the Application form 

Read and understood the Conditions of Enrollment including the 

Fee Refund Policy on page 26. 

Check that you have attached: 

Certified copies of your academic qualifications 

Evidence of your English language ability if required 

A copy of your passport, Study Permit or birth certificate if required 

Any relevant employment documentation if required

Swansea 

Plymouth 

Cambridge 

London 

Portsmouth 

Lusaka 

Nairobi 

Colombo 

Singapore 

Jakarta 

Perth 

Darwin 

Adelaide 

Melbourne 

Cairns 

Vancouver 

Brisbane 

Sydney 

Winnipeg 

Kentucky 

Massachusetts 

Lowell 

Boston 

Dartmouth

Fraser International College 


MTF Building, 100-8900 Nelson Way 

Burnaby, British Columbia V5A 4W9 

Canada 

Telephone +1 778 782 5011 

Fax +1 778 782 5101 

Email info@fraseric.ca 

Part of the Navitas Group 

www.fraseric.ca 

CRA BN 81210 5146 

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 February 2010. 

Selected photographs in this publication are: Copyright © Paul Foley/Lightmoods 2009, 

Copyright © Tourism British Columbia. 

This brochure is provided free of charge.

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