University of Fraser Valley

University of the Fraser Valley

University of Fraser Valley
Abbotsford, British Columbia

Founded : 1974
Type : Public, University

About

The University of Fraser Valley was founded in the year 1974. It is located in British Columbia and includes the Abbotsford campus, Chilliwack campus, Mission campus and Chandigarh campus.

With an intake of more than 14600 students every year, inclusive of over 1300 international students – this revered educational institution offers as many as 100 programs, which constitutes of two master’s degree programs, 15 bachelor’s degree programs, majors, minors as well as extended minors in more than 30 subject areas. Its various programs and courses are classified into full-time, part-time, in-class, and online ones.

Here, students’ desires, dreams, goals and all career-related needs are taken care of. It consistently aims at bringing out students’ best potential and mould them into skillful professionals.

Location

Fees

Application Fees : Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate programs – $150 , Graduate certificates and diplomas, and master’s degree programs -$250

Tuition Fees : $18,000 – $19,000 CAD Approx Annually

Acadamic Requirements

Graduate Programs: 60 – 65% or above in qualifying degree

Undergraduate Programs: 60-65% or above

(Few programs may have higher academic requirement)

IELTS Requirements

Overall score of at least 6.5 with no band less than 6.0

Programs

Programs Duration Level Intake Admission Requirement Apply
ARTS
Associate of Arts 2 Years Degree Jan,May,Sept C+ in English 12 and one other approved Grade 12 course with a minimum equivalent C+. Apply Now
Bachelor of Arts 4 Years Degree Jan,May,Sept C+ in English 12 and two other approved Grade 12 courses with a B average. Apply Now
Bachelor of Arts (Criminal Justice) 4 Years Degree Sept C+ in English 12 and two other approved Grade 12 courses with a B average. Apply Now
Bachelor of Arts degree in Global Development
Studies
4 Years Degree Jan,May,Sept C+ in English 12 and two other approved Grade 12 courses with a B average. Apply Now
Master of Arts (Criminal Justice) 2 Years Master Sept C+ in English 12; Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution with a GPA of 3.0, work or volunteer experience in related field; interview; orientation; resume; statement of interest; three letters of reference; writing sample. Apply Now
AVIATION
Bachelor of Business Administration (Aviation) 4 Years Degree Sept C+ in English 12; C+ in Foundations of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12; C+ in Physics 11 or 12. Apply Now
Bachelor of General Studies degree (with
Aviation theme)
4 Years Degree Jan,May,Sept See Bachelor of General Studies degree entrance requirements. Apply Now
BUSINESS
Bachelor of Business Administration 4 Years Degree Sept C+ in English 12; C + in Foundations of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12; B in one other approved Grade 12 course. Apply Now
Bachelor of Business Administration in Agriculture Management 4 Years Degree Sept C+ in English 12; C + in Foundations of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12; two years of work experience; completion of the UFV Agriculture Technology diploma with a B- average or a comparable two-year diploma in agriculture from a recognized institution. Apply Now
Bachelor of Business Administration in Trades Management 4 Years Degree Sept C+ in English 12; C+ in Foundations of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12; Provincial or interprovincial certificate of qualification in a trade, one year full-time work experience after gaining provincial certificate of qualification. Apply Now
CREATIVE ARTS
Bachelor of Fine Arts 4 Years Degree Jan,Sept C+ in English 12, portfolio and possible interview. Apply Now
Bachelor of Media Arts 4 Years Degree Jan,Sept C+ in English 12, portfolio and possible interview. Apply Now
GENERAL STUDIES
Bachelor of General Studies 4 Years Degree Jan,May,Sept C+ in English 12; and two other approved Grade 12 courses with a B average. Apply Now
HEALTH SCIENCES
Bachelor of Kinesiology 4 Years Degree Jan,May,Sept C+ in English 12; C in Foundations of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12; one course of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, or Physics 12 with a C+ or better. Additional requirements for Exercise Science stream: Biology 11 with a C+ and Chemistry 12 with a C or Biology 12 with a C+ and Chemistry 11 or 12 with a C. Additional requirements for Pedagogy stream: Physical Education 11, or Physical Education 12, or demonstrate athletic or recreational physical activity (recommended). Apply Now
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
Bachelor of Computer Information Systems 4 Years Degree Sept C+ in English 12 Apply Now
Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care 4 Years Degree Jan,May,Sept C+ in English 12; C in Foundations of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12 or C+ in Principles of Math 12. Apply Now
Bachelor of Social Work 2 Years Degree Sept No entry from high school; see academic calendar for requirements. Social Services diploma or equivalent with a B- average. Apply Now
Master of Social Work 2 Years Master Sept C+ in English 12; Bachelor of Social Work with a B average; two years (3,600 hours) employment in closely related field; interview; letter of intent/interest; three letters of reference. Apply Now
SCIENCE
Bachelor of Agricultural Science 4 Years Degree Jan,Sept C+ in English 12; one of Principles of Math 12, Applied Math 12, Foundations of Math 12, or Pre-Calculus 12; C or better in Chemistry 12; C+ or better in Biology 11. Apply Now
Bachelor of Science 4 Years Degree Jan,May,Sept C+ in English 12; B in Principles of Math 12 or Pre-calculus 12, C+ in one of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geography 12 or Physics 12. Apply Now
Associate of Science 2 Years Degree Jan,May,Sept No entry from high school; apply to Bachelor of Science or Qualifying Studies; see an educational advisor for info on university-level courses required to graduate with this credential. Apply Now
DIPLOMAS & CERTIFICATES
AGRICULTURE
Agriculture Technology diploma 2 Years Diploma Jan,Sept Apply Now
Berry Productions Essentials certificate 8 Months Certificate Jan,Sept Prospective students are encouraged to meet with the Agriculture Technology department before applying to the program. Apply Now
Current Agriculture Practices Essentials certificate 8 Months Certificate One year certificate, or a diploma or degree in Agriculture or Horticulture from a recognized post-secondary institution. Prospective students are encouraged to meet with the Agriculture Technology department before commencing the program. Apply Now
Field Vegetable Production Essentials certificate 8 Months Certificate Jan,May,Sept High school graduation, or student over age of 19. Apply Now
Livestock Production certificate 1 Year Certificate Jan,May,Sept English 11 and Math 11; one of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, Earth Sciences 11, Physics11, or grade 11 and 12 Agriculture (min. C in both Agriculture 11 and 12). Apply Now
Horticulture Crop Production and Protection certificate 1 Year Certificate Jan,May,Sept English 11 and Math 11; one of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, Earth Sciences 11, Physics11, or grade 11 and 12 Agriculture (min. C in both Agriculture 11 and 12). Apply Now
Integrated Pest Management Essentials certificate 8 Months Certificate Jan,May,Sept Prospective students are encouraged to meet with the Agriculture Technology department before commencing the program. Apply Now
ARTS
Diaspora Studies certificate Certificate Jan,May,Sept Apply Now
Early Modern Studies certificate Certificate Jan,May,Sept Apply Now
Geographic Information Systems certificate 1 Year Certificate C or better in one of the following: Pre-calculus 11, Foundations of Mathematics 11, Principles of Mathematics 11, MATH 085, Principles of Mathematics 12, Foundations of Mathematics 12, Pre-calculus 12, MATH 094, or MATH 096. Apply Now
AVIATION
Aircraft Structures Technician certificate Certificate Apply Now
Business Administration (Aviation) diploma 2 Years Diploma Math 11 C+; Physics 11 C+ or Physics 12; Five courses (maximum 15 credits) from the Business Administration diploma program are replaced with aviation training upon presentation of the following Transport Canada approved aviation credentials: Private Pilot’s license, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot’s Licence, and Multi-Engine Rating or Instructor Rating Apply Now
BUSINESS
Business Administration diploma 2 Years Diploma C+ or better in grade 11 Math or C or better in grade 12 Math Apply Now
Accounting certificate 1 Year Certificate Sept Prerequisites for STAT 106, Prerequisites for CMNS 125 or CPT score of 48 or equivalent test; C+ grade in BUS 144, BUS 145, or equivalent; completion of BUS 160; completion of BUS 249 (formerly BUS 149, 162). Apply Now
Administration certificate 1 Year Certificate Sept Prerequisites for Math 140; Prerequisites for CMNS 125 or CPT score of 48 or equivalent test; one full year of full-time work experience after high school. Apply Now
Applied Business Technology certificate 1 Year Certificate Jan,Sept Apply Now
Marketing and Sales certificate 1 Year Certificate Sept Prerequisites for Math 140. Apply Now
CHILD, YOUTH, AND FAMILY STUDIES
Early Childhood Education diploma (Special Needs) 2 Years Diploma Sept No entry from high school. Completion of ECE certificate and provincial licence to practice. Apply Now
Early Childhood Education certificate 1 Year Certificate Sept Orientation; ECE Admission Questionnaire; Letter of intent; Immunization record; Medical endorsement form. Apply Now
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (CIS)
CIS diploma 2 Years Diploma Sept BC Secondary school graduation or equivalent, or Mature student 19 years or older, or completion of 9 university level credits with a minimum of 2.0 GPA; Principles of Math 12 with a C+ or better, or a C or better in one of the following: Foundations of Math 12, Pre-calculus 12, Math 094 and Math 095, Math 096, or Math 110 Apply Now
CIS certificate 1 Year Certificate Sept BC Secondary school graduation or equivalent, or Mature student 19 years or older, or completion of 9 university level credits with a minimum of 2.0 GPA; Principles of Math 12 with a C+ or better, or a C or better in one of the following: Foundations of Math 12, Pre-calculus 12, Math 094 and Math 095, Math 096, or Math 110. Apply Now
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Criminal Justice diploma 2 Years Diploma Sept Apply Now
Criminal Justice diploma—Forensics transfer option Diploma Apply Now
CREATIVE ARTS
Visual Arts diploma 2 Years Diploma Jan,Sept From high school: portfolio; possible interview; orientation. From post secondary: GPA of 2.0 on all credits attempted; portfolio; possible interview; orientation. Apply Now
Graphic and Digital Design diploma 2 Years Diploma Jan,Sept High school graduation (equivalent to Canadian grade 12 graduation). Apply Now
Theatre diploma 2 Years Diploma Jan,Sept High school graduation, or student over age of 19. Apply Now
GENERAL STUDIES
General Studies diploma 2 Years Diploma Jan,May,Sept High school graduation (equivalent to Canadian grade 12 graduation). Apply Now
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Library and Information Technology diploma 2 Years Diploma Jan,May,Sept High school graduation (equivalent to Canadian grade 12 graduation). Apply Now
SOCIAL WORK & HUMAN SERVICES
Social Services diploma 2 Years Diploma Sept Two reference letters; personal statement; willingness to undergo a criminal record check. Students must be 19 years old by Oct. 31 to take practicum in second semester. Apply Now
Community Support Worker certificate 1 Year Certificate Sept Demonstrated suitability (such as volunteer exp.) for working with people with disabilities; willingness to undergo a criminal record check; two reference letters; personal statement. Students must be 19 years old by Oct. 31 to take the practicum in their second semester. Apply Now
SCIENCE
Engineering Physics diploma in Mechatronics 2 Years Diploma PHYS 112 with a minimum grade of B;MATH 112 with a minimum grade of B-; Students must have at least a CGPA of 2.0. Apply Now
TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Teaching English as a Second Language certificate Sept Apply Now
POST-DEGREE CERTIFICATE
Data Analysis 1 Year Certificate Sept No entry from high school. Completion of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution; one of: COMP 150, COMP 152, COMP 155 (COMP 155 recommended). Must meet pre-requisite for STAT 106 which require Math 12 C. Apply Now