• University designed programs
• University campus
• Qualified lecturers
• Flexibility
• Support
• Smaller classes
• Quality education
• Progression to SFU
• Study Permit assistance
• Study in the world's most livable city

University designed programs

The University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage I and University Transfer Program (UTP) Stage II programs are designed in consultation with SFU and are moderated by the university.

UTP Stage II programs are based on the first year of the equivalent SFU Bachelor degree program. In choosing to study at FIC, you will be undertaking a UTP Stage II program of the highest quality that is moderated by SFU to ensure the highest academic quality.

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University campus

FIC is located on SFU’s Burnaby campus. You will enjoy full access to university facilities and services including libraries, computer laboratories, recreation facilities, on-campus accommodation, health services and career services. SFU’s teaching rooms are well equipped with audio visual equipment including data projectors and DVD players.

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Qualified lecturers

FIC programs are delivered and moderated by highly qualified lecturers who are willing to assist you to reach your full potential.

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Flexibility

Whenever your results are released, there is an intake for you. FIC provides the flexibility of three intakes a year in:

• January
• May
• September

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Support

In addition to formal academic courses, FIC provides additional learning support – particularly in the areas of English, Mathematics and Computing. 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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Smaller classes

Lectures contain an average of only forty students and are complemented by small group tutorials and workshops. In keeping with our supportive approach, FIC provides more teaching hours per course. Instead of the traditional three-hour teaching block, FIC classes are four-hour sessions. This extra academic contact allows you to fully develop your knowledge and understanding of each course.

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Quality education

A quality education is the first step to a successful future. While studying at FIC, you are guaranteed that the highest standards of teaching are maintained at all times as our programs are delivered by qualified lecturers and moderated by SFU.

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Progression to SFU

FIC offers first year equivalent courses for the SFU programs in the fields of Business Administration, Computing Science and Arts and Social Sciences. You will obtain guaranteed transfer to these SFU programs when you have completed the specified courses and met the Grade Point Average (GPA) specified for your chosen program.*

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Study Permit assistance

FIC staff and their representatives will assist you as required to obtain a Study Permit for studies in Canada.

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Study in the world’s most livable city

FIC is located in Vancouver , a vibrant cosmopolitan city that offers a wide variety of entertainment, shopping, restaurants and sightseeing.

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*Entry into second year at SFU is dependent on students passing the FIC UTP Stage II program and obtaining the specified Grade Point Average (GPA), and being formally admitted to the SFU program.