
Foundation
University Transfer Program Stage I
UTP Stage I Overview
UTP Stage I at FIC is designed to prepare you for entry to university-level programs in Business Administration, Computing Science, Engineering Science or Arts and Social Sciences. In UTP Stage I you complete eight courses. After successfully completing this program you will progress to UTP Stage II.
KEY INFORMATION
Duration
- 2 terms
Intakes
- January, May, September
Location
- Vancouver
Your direct pathway to Simon Fraser University
Fees
Program | Normal Duration | Total Program Fee |
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UTP Stage I | 2 terms | C$25,494 (2023/24) |
UTP Stage II
Programs:
- Associate of Arts Degree
- Arts and Social Sciences
- Business Administration
- Communication, Art and Technology
- Computing Science
- Engineering Science*
- Environment
- Health Sciences
* Students must successfully complete two UTP Stage I Math courses at the stipulated grade to progress to Engineering Science.
Program Requirements
At the UTP I level, students may choose from a range of courses which are designed to prepare students for university-level studies. To progress to UTPII, students must complete 8 classes minimum and achieve a 2.5 CGPA.
Course List
Students enrolled in UTPI must complete 8 courses with a GPA of 2.5. This includes UNI101, IUW100 or INS101/I02, one/two math classes based on your UTPII stream and additional electives to a total of 8. Select your electives based on the program you are planning to attend in Stage 2 and see an advisor for assistance with course selection.” Please note that not all courses are offered every semester. ILS101/ILSA101 is not a required course for students in UTPI.
BUS108 | - | Business Management |
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Prerequisite
FIC direct entry equivalent
There is a $100 Book fee associated with this course.
COM001 | - | Introduction to Computing Concepts & Algorithms |
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Prerequisite
This course complements COM002.
There is a $100 Book fee associated with this course.
COM002 | - | Introduction to Computers & Their Applications |
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Prerequisite
This course complements COM001.
There is a $100 Book fee associated with this course.
ECN100 | - | Introduction to Economics |
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Prerequisite
There is a $100 Book fee associated with this course.
INS101 | - | Interdisciplinary Special Topics 101 |
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Prerequisite
This course is taken in conjunction with INS102 and is only available to students in their first semester
INS102 | - | Interdisciplinary Special Topics 102 |
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Prerequisite
This course is taken in conjunction with INS101 and is only available to students in their first semester
IUW100 | - | Introduction to University Writing |
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Prerequisite
FIC direct entry equivalent.
This course complements ESR100.
There is a $100 Book fee associated with this course.
MTH099 | - | Beginning with Algebra |
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Prerequisite
This course is designed for students who do not meet the minimum requirements for MTH101 / MTH103 or MATH100.
There is a $100 Book fee associated with this course.
MTH101 | - | Introduction to Mathematics |
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Prerequisite
This course complements MTH103.
There is a $100 Book fee associated with this course.
MTH103 | - | Foundations of Mathematics |
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Prerequisite
This course complements MTH101.
There is a $100 Book fee associated with this course.
PHL120 | - | Intro. to Philosophical Reasoning |
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Prerequisite
FIC direct entry equivalent
There is a $100 Book fee associated with this course.
UNI101 | - | University Life 101 |
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Prerequisite
There is a $100 Book fee associated with this course.
WIS100 | - | World Issues |
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Prerequisite
There is a $100 Book fee associated with this course.
UTP I suggested class combinations
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Required |
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Highly Recommended |
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Electives |
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70% Jump Rule
Students who have completed 12 years of study in their home country may be eligible to “Jump” to UTPII if they successfully complete four UTPI classes with a minimum 70% average. The determination is made at the time of admission and will be mentioned on the students Letter of Offer, if the student is eligible for this exemption.