Simon Fraser University

32 Pages·2008·3.74 MB·English

Fraser International College
Your direct pathway to
Simon Fraser University Vancouver
Canada
2008/2009
Contents Simon Fraser University .......................................... 1
FIC – Preparing you for your future .................................. 2
Why choose FIC? ................................................ 3
Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver ................................ 4
The campus .................................................... 6
Your pathway to Simon Fraser University .................................... 7
Your English language preparation .......................................... 9
University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage I ................................... 10
University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II:
Business Administration .................................................. 11
University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II:
Computing Science ...................................................... 12
University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II:
Arts and Social Sciences ................................................. 13
Programs of study available at Simon Fraser University ........................ 14
Study Abroad Program ................................................... 15
Admission requirements .................................................. 16
Academic calendar ...................................................... 17
Academic requirements .................................................. 18
Your investment ......................................................... 20
Your accommodation .................................................... 21
Supporting you while you study ............................................ 22
Navitas Scholarships ..................................................... 22
Policies and procedures .................................................. 24
How to apply ........................................................... 25
Conditions of enrollment .................................................. 26
Application form ........................................................ 27
Navitas ................................................................ 29
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Simon Fraser University
A dynamic university for a modern world
Come discover Simon Fraser some of Canada’s best varsity
University (SFU), one of Canada’s sports teams, and a vibrant and
finest universities. Here you’ll international campus community.
be taught by world-renowned It’s no wonder we are consistently
educators and researchers. ranked one of the country’s top
You’ll be surrounded by talented universities in the ‘Guide to Canadian
and diverse students who share Universities’ published by Maclean’s,
your passion for learning and Canada’s national news magazine.
desire to make a difference.
Fraser International College (FIC),
And you’ll find a welcoming
in association with SFU, provides
and supportive international
you with a predetermined pathway
community to help you find your
to achieving your undergraduate
place and achieve your dreams.
goals in the fields of Business
SFU has it all – academic Administration, Computing Science
excellence, innovative programs, or Arts and Social Sciences.
Message from the Vice-Chancellor and
President of Simon Fraser University
I would like to welcome Fraser that is reflected in the successful
International College (FIC) students work of our faculty and of our
to one of Canada’s leading students. SFU faculty members
universities, situated in one of the are recognized internationally
most beautiful and vibrant cities in and our students excel in their
the world. Simon Fraser University fields after graduation. We believe
(SFU) opened its doors in 1965 this record will be enhanced by
challenging convention and striving our association with FIC and our
for innovation in higher education. connection with its students.
Dr Michael Stevenson
Now, four decades later, SFU has
Vice-Chancellor and President I am confident that students of FIC
emerged as a formidable academic
Simon Fraser University will enjoy the benefits of learning
presence with an international
and living on SFU’s campuses.
reputation for innovative teaching,
Our student residences, student
research and community outreach.
services, and our recreation and
This reputation is built on our
athletics facilities and programs
strengths in the liberal arts and
provide a welcoming community,
sciences, as well as our distinctive
making your transition to FIC and
interdisciplinary and professional
to SFU an enjoyable experience.
programs, and our commitment to
the close integration of leading- It is my pleasure to invite you to
edge research and teaching. explore Fraser International College
at Simon Fraser University.
Our record is one of embracing
risk and bold initiative; a record
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Preparing you for your future
Your future is our priority
FIC is a modern and dynamic on the SFU campus. Once you
educational institution committed have successfully completed your
to providing quality educational FIC studies, you will be prepared
programs and support services in an for entry into your program at SFU.
environment that encourages you to
FIC is proud to be associated
achieve excellence in your studies.
with SFU and works closely with
Quality teaching, outstanding the university to ensure that
facilities, and academic and students receive the most up-
welfare support services allow you to-date teaching, using state-
the opportunity and freedom to of-the-art facilities, with one of
challenge yourself in a university Canada’s most forward-thinking
environment. You will study a and innovative institutions.
university-designed program, taught
by university lecturers, in a relaxed,
friendly and supportive atmosphere
Message from the Managing Director of FIC
You are at an important stage FIC students are treated like
in your life when you have to university students and, with
choose the right pathway from the added benefits of smaller
secondary school to university. It classes, students receive more
is an important decision that can personalized attention in a
determine your future career. dynamic and supportive learning
environment that better equips
At FIC, our focus is to help you
them for life at university.
make the right decision and make
the most of the opportunities In choosing an FIC program, you
available to you in achieving will be following thousands of other
your ambitions. We provide successful students who have
you with a unique pathway that achieved their ambitions by joining
prepares you for entry into SFU, which is widely recognized
tertiary studies and allows for a as one of the most creative and
smooth transition into SFU. influential universities in Canada.
The FIC programs and approach Take the first step towards achieving
to teaching are special. University your goals with FIC. We look forward
designed programs, taught by to welcoming and supporting
qualified lecturers, on a university you on your journey to SFU.
campus, ensure that our students
have the very best preparation for
the demands of higher education Bev Hudson
in Canada. College Director/Principal
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Why choose FIC?
Study a university-designed program that suits your needs, on a university campus, with qualified lecturers,
in smaller classes with longer teaching sessions – and FIC guarantees you entry into second year university.*
University designed programs Qualified lecturers, quality Affordable tuition fees
and progression to SFU education and additional and cost of living
instruction time
The University transfer program FIC represents a reasonable
(UTP) Stage I is designed to provide A quality education is the first step option for students with a
a bridge between high school to a successful future. FIC programs favorable cost of tuition fees
and university. It will prepare are designed in a way which helps for quality education combined
you for university studies. to fully reach your potential. They with affordable cost of living.
are delivered and moderated by
UTP Stage II programs are based on
Flexible start dates
highly qualified lecturers that are
the first year of the equivalent SFU
Bachelor degree programs listed on approved by SFU to ensure that the Whenever your results are
pages 11, 12 and 13. You will obtain highest standards of teaching are released, there is an intake
guaranteed transfer to these SFU maintained at all times. In keeping for you. FIC provides the
programs when you have completed with our supportive approach, flexibility of three intakes:
FIC provides more teaching hours
the specified courses and met
4 January 4May 4September
per course. Instead of traditional
the Grade Point Average (GPA)
three-hour teaching blocks, FIC These dates coincide with SFU’s
specified for your chosen program.*
classes are four-hour sessions. This intake dates, so no matter when
University Campus with full extra academic contact allows you you finish your program at FIC
access to university facilities to fully develop your knowledge and there is a new semester at SFU
understanding of each course. beginning immediately afterwards.
FIC is located on SFU’s Burnaby
campus. You will enjoy full Small classes Document assistance
access to university facilities
Lectures contain a maximum FIC staff and their representatives
and services, including libraries,
of 35 students, often with an will assist you as required to obtain
computer laboratories, sports and
average of only 25 students. a Study Permit for studies in
recreation facilities, on-campus
Small classes provide a Canada. They will also help with visa
accommodation, health services
personal learning environment extensions, Medical Services Plan
and career services.
and more opportunities to ask applications and student ID cards
Academic support your teacher questions. once you have arrived in Canada.
and tutorials On campus accommodation * Entry into second year at SFU is dependent
on students completing the FIC UTP Stage II
program and obtaining the specified Grade
FIC provides learning support in As a student of FIC you may Point Average (GPA), and being formally
the form of free, tutorial classes choose to live in SFU Residences admitted to the SFU program (subject to
changes in SFU’s Admissions policy).
and optional meetings with your at the Burnaby campus. The
lecturers. The tutorials focus new residences include a
particularly on building English, dining hall and a meal plan.
Mathematics and Computing skills.
As well as academic support, FIC
provides excellent personal support
in a range of services to ensure that
you are able to reach your goals.
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FIC
Vancouver, British Columbia
Barnet Rd
Hastings St Simon Fraser University
Burnaby
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Parkway Broadway
Gaglardi Way
Loughead Hwy
North Road
Burnaby
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Top: Regional map of Vancouver
Source of maps: Tandem Design Associates Ltd.
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Canada
Vancouver, British Columbia
The best place for you to study
Canada is an exciting and safe between ocean and mountains, FIC. Or drive 90 minutes north to
destination for international Vancouver is Canada’s third world-famous Whistler Blackcomb
students. It is a diverse country largest city and is home to an ski and snowboard resorts. Closer
with a strong tradition of welcoming ethnically diverse population to home, you can kayak, row or sail
people from around the world. As a of over two million people. on English Bay. You can also cycle
result, Canada hosts many festivals or rollerblade around the seawall or
Recognized as one of the most
featuring music, heritage, art, jazz, on the city’s extensive bike trails.
livable cities in the world, Vancouver
theatre, food and sports events
is a safe and energetic city of With our mild winters (average
from many different cultures.
eclectic neighborhoods, vibrant temperature 10˚C/50˚F) and
Canada has one of the best cultural events and unparalleled temperate summers (average
standards of living in the world. It opportunities for outdoor recreation. temperature 23˚C/73˚F), it’s easy
is internationally recognized for its Whether you’re interested in to make the most of the city’s
natural attractions, quality of life exploring the downtown core, natural beauty and recreational
and world-class cities. As a student, experiencing the lively nightlife opportunities throughout the year.
you will have the chance to explore or attending world-class theatre,
Most of all, as an FIC student
all that Canada has to offer. music and dance performances,
you will enjoy the high level of
you’ll find countless opportunities
Canada offers you the opportunity personal freedom that comes with
to get out and have fun.
to access a wide range of high living in a safe, modern and open-
quality educational programs. A Chosen as the host city for the 2010 minded community. It is the ideal
Canadian degree will help you to Winter Olympics, Vancouver is ideal environment to challenge yourself
achieve your career objectives and for athletic and outdoor pursuits. Ski academically and personally. And for
fulfill your personal aspirations. and snowboard on the North Shore many, it represents a life-changing
mountains, which are just a short experience and the beginning of
Vancouver is one of the world’s
drive from downtown Vancouver and an exciting pathway to SFU.
great cities. Uniquely situated
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The campus
FIC is located on SFU’s Burnaby Mountain campus in the thriving and culturally diverse city of Burnaby,
a 25-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-meter high Burnaby Mountain.
Designed by internationally For students wanting to live on
acclaimed architect Arthur Erickson, campus, SFU provides fully-catered
the campus has everything you’d single room accommodation as
expect of a major university, yet well as an on-campus hotel where
on a scale that will make you visiting family members can stay.
feel at home. The vast majority Buses operate between the campus
of the 28,000 students pursue and Greater Vancouver’s rapid
their studies on the pedestrian- transit system at the foot of Burnaby
friendly campus, which houses Mountain on a regular basis.
administrative and academic
Studying at FIC will give you access
offices, student services, on-ampus
to all of these facilities and more.
residences, the main library and
the new UniverCity community
of residences and shops.
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Your pathway to SFU
FIC offers a pre-university level program, which prepares you for entry into university level studies
in Business Administration, Computing Science or Arts and Social Sciences in the UTP Stage II.
UTP Stage II programs are offered the FIC UTP Stage II and having Please note: Entry into the UTP Stage II is
dependent on your successful completion of the
in partnership with SFU as an met the SFU specified Grade
UTP Stage I or satisfactory completion of Year 12
alternative pathway to a university Point Average (GPA), you will be equivalent. Entry into second year university is
degree. Courses are the equivalent eligible to apply for transfer to dependent on your successful completion of the
UTP Stage II with the specified Grade Point
of the first year of the SFU degree selected SFU Bachelor degree Average (GPA).
and are quality assured by SFU. programs with advanced standing
Upon successful completion of status of up to 60 credit hours.
Pathways to University Bachelor degree
Simon Fraser University
Year 4
Year 3
Year 2
FIC
University level
UTP Stage II Year 1
UTP Stage I
Pre-university level (Foundation)
Year 12
or equivalent
Year 11
Secondary school
or equivalent
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Entry points to FIC pathways
Type of English Academic
Name of Program Course details
Program requirement requirement
PAS English English and IELTS 4.5 or Academic This is a specialist ESL program
Language academic equivalent requirements designed for completion prior to entry
Program skills are the same as onto the UTP I or UTP II programs.
(If your English
training for follow on to
level is lower After successful completion of
UTP Stage I or II
than 4.5, this program and by meeting the
please contact academic entry requirements, you
FIC staff for can progress onto the other
advice on other FIC programs listed below.
alternatives)
Mixed English and IELTS 5.0 or Completion The first semester of this program
Program UTP I (Pre- equivalent of Year 11 requires you to study 15 hours per
UTP I University) (no band less week of English and a maximum of
or
than 4.5) two academic courses.
Completion
In the second two semesters
of Year 12
you will follow the remaining
with marginal
UTP I academic courses.
success*
Mixed English IELTS 5.0 or Completion The first semester of this program
Program and UTP II equivalent of Year 11 requires you to study 15 hours per
UTP II (University (no band less week of English and a maximum
or
level) than 4.5) of two academic courses.
Completion
In the second two semesters
of Year 12
you will follow the remaining
with marginal
UTP II academic courses.
success
UTP Stage I Pre- IELTS 5.5 or Completion This course is designed for students
University equivalent of Year 11 who require additional academic
(no band less support prior to starting a full degree
or
than 5.0) equivalent program (UTP Stage II)
Completion
You will be required to study
of Year 12
eight courses over two semesters
with marginal
(four courses per semester).
success*
* Please note that students who have
completed Year 12 with marginal success, may
be permitted to transfer to UTP Stage II after
completing four courses with a 70% average.
UTP Stage II University IELTS 5.5 or Completion This course is equivalent to Year 1 of
level equivalent of Year 12 * selected degree programs of SFU.
(no band less
You will be required to complete a
than 5.0)
minimum of 10 courses (equal to 30
credit hours) with the specified G.P.A
to progress onto SFU with advanced
standing of up to 30 credits.
These courses will normally be
completed in 3 semesters.
If you do not meet the required
G.P.A to transfer to SFU, you can
continue to study at FIC to improve
your G.P.A to the level required.
* Please see Pages 18 and 19 for academic requirements from different countries
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