UFV Viewbook 2024-25

Transform your mind, change the world.

UFV VIEWBOOK 2024/25

Transform your mind, change the world.

UFV is Íyáqáwtxw, your house of transformation.

It’s your place to grow and evolve, ignite your passion, and cultivate knowledge. A place where learners, leaders, and seekers come to find a world-class education in a vibrant and scenic setting.

We’re here to help you gather what you need.

To go forward.

To change your world for the better.

In the Halq’eméylem language of the Stó:lō people, “Íyáqáwtxw” means “house of transformation.”

Featured on UFV’s institutional coat of arms, this motto reflects the university’s status as a place of change — of intellectual and personal transformation.

As UFV’s Chancellor Emeritus Gwen Point said when unveiling the coat of arms: “UFV is a place of transformation — in both knowledge and character — and this new symbol reflects the inclusion of Indigenous values and concepts, while emphasizing a new path forward together with the UFV community.”

COMING SOON: A NEWLY EXPANDED MISSION CAMPUS

The University of the Fraser Valley and the City of Mission have teamed up to create a new Centre of Excellence for Children, Youth, and Families on the UFV Mission campus at Heritage Park Centre. This innovative centre will offer a mix of academic programming, research, and outreach programs focused on children, youth, and families. The centre will also anchor UFV’s Teacher Education Department and offer additional academic programming in Early Childhood Education, the School and Community Support Worker program, and more.

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the land of the Stó:lō peoples. The Stó:lō have an intrinsic relationship with what they call S’ólh Téméxw (Our Sacred Land). We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working on this land.

The Valley is home.

You will find 15,000 students and all five of our locations in the Fraser Valley. The largest campus is in Abbotsford. It features a central library, bookstore, sports centre, student housing building, and a 50,000 sq. ft. student centre.

Our Chilliwack campus is home to agriculture, trades, and health sciences, in addition to other academic programs. It sits on 85 acres of land, with a sustainable LEED Gold-certified facility hosting a fully equipped dental clinic, library, cafeteria, bookstore, nursing stations, labs, classrooms, and more.

Well-connected locations in Mission, Clearbrook, and Hope offer academic programs, access to student services, and continuing education.

No matter where you’re from, the Fraser Valley feels like home.

Make yourself at home here.

STUDENT HOUSING

If you want to live in the heart of the action, UFV’s on-campus student housing in Abbotsford, Lá:lem te Baker, offers over 200 furnished private bedrooms, along with communal kitchens and spaces to socialize.

Construction begins soon on a new six-storey student housing building, offering an additional 400 new beds in Abbotsford with single and tripleoccupancy units on every floor and mixed-use amenity spaces.

But wherever you stay, you’ll find all kinds of ways to immerse yourself in campus life. Learn more about student housing and off-campus accommodations at ufv.ca/housing.

HOUSING EXPENSES

Fees are based on the 2023/2024 academic year (8 Months) and are quoted in Canadian dollars (CAD). SEMESTER 1

Accommodation (UFV residence) $4,437 $1,950

Living Expenses $2,000* $2,000*

Subtotal $6,437 $3,950

*Estimate. Other costs associated with living in the Fraser Valley at UFV for one academic year will vary based on your program, lifestyle, personal spending habits, and living arrangements.

Take a tour!

YOU’RE INVITED TO VISIT OUR CAMPUSES. You wouldn’t rent a home or buy a car without seeing it in person — your future school should be no different. UFV offers free tours, so come and get a feel for the campus. Better yet, bring a friend! Scan the code to book your tour.

We have the best backyard.

Our campuses are part of welcoming and diverse communities where there is so much to explore. From farm-to-table dining, trendy shops, and craft breweries to outdoor adventure, concerts, and cultural festivals. The Fraser Valley is also conveniently close to Metro Vancouver, the U.S. border, and the Abbotsford International Airport.

Our Abbotsford campus is within walking distance of the Abbotsford Entertainment Centre, which hosts a wide range of concerts, community gatherings, and sporting events.

The Fraser Valley is an incredible place to live and go to school! We’re surrounded by some of BC’s most stunning scenery: rolling farmland, snow-dusted mountain peaks, glacial lakes, roaring waterfalls, and deep forests.

That’s true whether you need academic advice, counselling, career guidance, assignment help, or even just a sympathetic ear.

ACADEMIC ADVISING CENTRE

ufv.ca/advising

Our academic advisors can match classes to your abilities and interests, suggest ways to add value to your degree, and make sure you’re on track to meet graduation requirements.

ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTRE

ufv.ca/asc

Benefit from tutoring, workshops, online resources, and peer support. Get one-onone writing and subject-area support and develop your personal learning strategies.

COUNSELLING & STUDENT WELLNESS

ufv.ca/student-wellness

University is rewarding, but it can also be challenging. Student Wellness is here to help tap into your strengths and skills to support your well-being. On-campus Student Wellness Centres provide dedicated spaces for well-needed restoration. Counsellors are available virtually and in person to help with personal issues, general support, and career advice — whatever you need.

STUDENT SUPPORT CENTRE

ufv.ca/student-support

This is our hub for helping you navigate the university system, connect to resources and programs, and solve any problems you may be facing. Student support coordinators are here to listen and collaborate with you on reaching your goals.

CENTRE FOR ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES (CAS)

ufv.ca/accessibility

CAS is UFV’s main contact point for students with disabilities. It offers a wide range of support, accommodations, and services. Whether you need extra exam time, note-taking support, or assistance with funding applications, CAS can help.

CAREER CENTRE

ufv.ca/jobs

Whether you need career coaching or resume tips, the UFV Centre for Experiential and Career Education can help. It’s also your go-to for co-op programs, including a job board packed with opportunities for students to gain experience in their fields.

To see more supports available to UFV students, view the list at: ufv.ca/student-services .

We are here to support your success — on campus, and even after you graduate.

INDIGENOUS STUDENT CENTRE

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S’olh Shxwèlí, “Our Place,” is UFV’s Indigenous Student Centre, providing a welcoming space for Indigenous students and easy-to-access resources. The centre’s goal is to serve as cultural and academic support, helping bridge the gap between the university and Indigenous peoples, and facilitate the Indigenization of our academy. Its cultural events are open to all students and include lunches, circle meetings, Elder visits and gatherings, workshops, and welcoming ceremonies, plus other activities on and off campus.

Elders + Knowledge Keepers

Along with supporting students at the Indigenous Student Centre, our Elders are involved in classes at the university, including History, Halq’eméylem language classes, and Indigenous Studies.

Knowledge Keeper AT WEL David Gutierrez

Chawathil First Nation

AT WEL started storytelling at UFV about 11 years ago and teaching the importance of slehà:l with his late sister Mary Sandoval (Siya-mot).

Resident Elder Nancy Pennier

Sq’éwlets First Nation

Nancy was hired as a UFV Elder in Residence in 2019 to work mainly with the Teacher Education program.

Resident Elder IYESELWET Denise Douglas Cheam First Nation

“I look forward to sharing my traditional ways and knowledge with the students of UFV as a resident Elder.”

Resident Elder QOTHYETEL Gary Williams

Sqwehá First Nation

Gary has been a fisher on the Fraser River his whole life. He is also a berry picker. He has taught many how to preserve berries and fish (smoking, drying, freezing, and canning).

Resident Elder Sophamia Prest

Th’ewá:li (Soowahlie) First Nations

Sophamia is a true grandma and auntie sharing what she has learned with those who will listen.

Knowledge Keeper Qothyetel John H. Williams

Skwah First Nation

John’s cultural activity involves drumming and speaking about the culture, spiritual traditions, and teachings. John is connected to people in their healing journey and continues to carry a message of hope for change.

Your university is social.

UFV knows how to have a good time! The opportunities to meet new people here are practically endless.

We have 50-plus clubs and associations on campus, focusing on everything from fitness and table tennis to philosophy and culture. If you don’t see the one you’re looking for, you can create your own through the Student Union Society.

You can also volunteer on campus, take part in a cultural celebration, attend a live concert, and much more. Student orientation will introduce you to the many opportunities to enhance your university experience and get you ready to start classes. An online orientation is also available.

Award-winning athletics

VARSITY TEAMS

(USPORTS/Canada West)

Men’s and women’s basketball

Men’s and women’s volleyball

Men’s and women’s soccer

Men’s and women’s golf

CLUB TEAMS Baseball

Rowing

GO CASCADES, GO! gocascades.ca

ARE YOU A COMPETITIVE ATHLETE?

Each of our Cascades varsity programs hold yearly open tryouts to give students the opportunity to score a spot on a varsity team. Learn more at gocascades.ca

Paint your face and grab your green gear because there’s nothing like attending a live game! Come cheer on UFV’s 10 Cascades sports teams as they face the competition in basketball, baseball, soccer, golf, and rowing. Our Cascades have had plenty to celebrate lately. Women’s basketball peaked at No. 2 in the U SPORTS national rankings last season, while women’s volleyball climbed as high as No. 4 — plus team captain Gabrielle Attieh earned U SPORTS national women’s volleyball player of the year honours. In addition, several other UFV athletes were named to Canada West all-conference teams.

... and campus recreation opportunities.

MOVE YOUR BODY ufv.ca/campus-rec

You don’t need to join a team to stay active at UFV. Our Department of Athletics and Campus Recreation hosts intramural volleyball, basketball, spikeball, and futsal games. We even hold friendly Valley Cup competitions against local rivals.

The Summit fitness centre at our Abbotsford campus is a hub for all things active, offering yoga, Zumba, spin, and circuit classes. You’ll find plenty of opportunities to learn new activities like climbing or belly dancing. Drop in to play organized basketball, badminton, pickleball, or futsal — or just use the gym to shoot hoops, play spikeball, and more! A Peak Pass covers gym use, drop-in sports, and classes.

partner institutions

Study abroad — opening doors to the world.

The UFV Study Abroad program allows you to spend a few weeks — or even a semester — at one of more than 70 institutions throughout East and Central Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Middle East.

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Students studying abroad at specific partner institutions can receive financial aid through scholarships ranging from $500 to $10,000, subject to annual changes and eligibility. The full cost of studying abroad varies by country and institution. Students are typically responsible for paying their UFV tuition and student fees for each semester, as well as travel and other costs like insurance and living expenses.

There are plenty of opportunities to experience other cultures right here on campus. Join an international club or drop by the International Global Lounge to meet students from around the world.

STUDY AT PARTNER SCHOOLS IN:

Australia

Austria

Belgium

Chile

China

Colombia

Czech Republic

Denmark

Finland

France

Germany

Hong Kong

Jamaica

Japan

Korea

Mexico

Netherlands

Poland

Singapore

Spain

Sweden

Switzerland

United Arab

Emirates

United

Kingdom

 ABERDEEN UNIVERSITY – SCOTLAND, UK

Gain international work experience by doing a practicum or internship abroad.

Right-sizing the university experience.

Experience a learning environment focused on you.

With about 30 students in each class, you’ll have more one-on-one time with instructors who know your name and will support you throughout your journey.

And while our class sizes may be small, our programs are world-class and wide-ranging with many opportunities for hands-on and workintegrated learning. We offer more than 100 areas of study, including three master’s degrees and over 20 bachelor’s degrees with majors, minors, and extended minors in more than 35 subject areas, plus two graduate certificates, and more than a dozen trades and technology programs.

BACHELOR’S DEGREES

Trades and technology live here.

Enroll in a trade program at UFV for a truly hands-on learning experience. We offer entry-level and apprenticeship training in various Red Seal trades ranging from carpentry to welding to electrical. Or, future-proof your career with one of our technology programs.

ufv.ca/trades

Whether you want to maximize your employability with an interprovincial Red Seal certification or gain foundational knowledge in a field, our industry-based training, practical skills development, and expert faculty will give you the competitive edge and technical skills needed for your chosen career.

“Being involved in research has challenged me both academically and interpersonally while also opening doors to graduate school and beyond. Having the opportunity to work one–on–one with a professor bolstered my confidence and expanded my knowledge of the intricacies involved in such a crucial component of academia. Research has granted me a newfound passion for exploration, inquisition, and most importantly, the will to place myself in situations outside the conventional.”

Transform your world with research.

In some programs, students have access to research opportunities not normally available at the undergraduate level. There are over 100 research positions available through the Research Assistant Work-Study Grant program, which provides students with 120 hours of professional employment experience during a semester.

Research experience during your undergrad can help prepare you for graduate studies later on. ufv.ca/research

Isaac Barker (pictured left), Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice

Where to start your UFV journey.

Explore UFV’s program offerings at ufv.ca/programs.

COLLEGE OF ARTS

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DEGREES

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice

Bachelor of Arts in Global Development Studies

Bachelor of Fine Arts

Bachelor of Integrated Studies

Bachelor of Media Arts

DIPLOMAS

Criminal Justice

General Studies

Graphic and Digital Design

Liberal Arts

Theatre

Visual Arts

Associate of Arts

CERTIFICATES

Professional Communication Essentials

Stó:lō Studies

FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND COMPUTING

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DEGREES

Bachelor of Business Administration

Bachelor of Business Administration (Aviation)

Bachelor of Business Administration (Agriculture Management)

Bachelor of Business Administration (Trades Management)

Bachelor of Computer Information Systems

DIPLOMAS

Business Administration

Business Administration (Aviation)

Business Analytics (post-baccalaureate)

Computer Information Systems

International Business (post-baccalaureate)

CERTIFICATES

Accounting

Business Administration

Coding Skills

Computer Information Systems

Marketing and Sales

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

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DEGREES

Bachelor of Agricultural Science

Bachelor of Environmental Studies

Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Natural Sciences)

Bachelor of Regional and Community Planning

Bachelor of Science

DIPLOMAS

Agriculture Technology

Associate of Science

CERTIFICATES

Berry Production Essentials

Current Agricultural Practices Essentials

Data Analysis (post-baccalaureate)

Field Vegetable Production Essentials

Geographic Information Systems

Horticulture Crop Production and Protection

Integrated Pest Management

Livestock Production

Milker Technician

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

UFV.CA/HEALTH

DEGREES

Bachelor of Kinesiology

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

DIPLOMA

Practical Nursing

CERTIFICATES

Certified Dental Assistant

FACULTY OF EDUCATION, COMMUNITY, AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

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DEGREES

Bachelor of Arts in Adult Education

Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care

Bachelor of Education

Bachelor of Social Work

DIPLOMAS

BC Adult Graduation

Early Childhood Education

Library and Information Technology

Paralegal

Social Service Worker

Social Service Worker — Indigenous Focus

CERTIFICATES

Activity Assistant

Applied Business Technology

Bookkeeping for Small Business

Dental Office Receptionist

Early Childhood Education

Human Resource Management

Legal Administrative Assistant

Library and Information Technology (post-diploma)

Management Skills for Supervisors

Medical Office Assistant

Nursing Unit Clerk

Paralegal

Public Relations

Records Management

Veterinary Administrative Assistant

School and Community Support Worker

Teaching English as a Second Language University Foundation

Workplace Training in Attitudes, Skills, and Knowledge

FACULTY OF APPLIED AND TECHNICAL STUDIES

UFV.CA/TRADES

DEGREES

Bachelor of Science, Physics major

TRANSFER PROGRAMS

Engineering Transfer

DIPLOMAS

Automation and Robotics Technician

Digital Manufacturing

Engineering Physics — Mechatronics

CERTIFICATES

Architectural Drafting Technician

Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing

Auto Service Technician*

Cabinetmaking (Joinery)

Carpentry*

Electrician — Construction*

Electronics Technician

Floral Design

Heavy Mechanical Foundation*

Plumbing and Piping*

Professional Cook*

Welding*

* Apprenticeship training (Red Seal) available

GRADUATE STUDIES

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MASTER’S DEGREES

Master of Arts (Criminal Justice)

Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Mentorship

Master of Social Work

GRADUATE CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMAS

Child Life and Community Health certificate

Halq’eméylem (certificate and diploma)

Participate in a “Get to Know UFV”

School that fits your life.

At UFV, you’re free to create a schedule that fits your life. Most programs give you the option to study part-time or full-time. Depending on your area of study, you may be able to take classes in the evening or online. If you want to study in the summer, we offer a full semester and two condensed semesters. If you decide you want to switch programs after your first year, you can! You’re welcome to try classes across disciplines while you uncover your passion.

How long will your program take to complete? It varies: if you study fulltime, a bachelor’s degree usually takes four years, a diploma two, and a certificate one. But many courses taken as part of one- and two-year programs count toward a higher credential. So you can keep your options open by earning a one-year certificate or a two-year diploma on the way to a full degree.

Future Students Timeline

It takes a full year to prepare for university. Add these important dates to your calendar so you don’t miss out.

Jan. 1

Entrance scholarship applications open Student housing applications open

↑ Oct. 21

Attend Open House

Jan. 31

Application deadline for competitive programs

With so many options, you might feel overwhelmed. The UFV Future Students Office is here to support you. Book a tour or chat with us. Tell us about your interests and passions, and we’ll help you narrow it down. We can answer questions and point you toward helpful information.

ufv.ca/future-students

ISAAC, NADIA, AND ADDY FROM OUR FUTURE STUDENTS OFFICE ARE ALL UFV ALUMNI. 

Funding your education.

Post-secondary education is a significant investment! We recommend that you build a financing plan for the short- and long-term.

Applying for financial aid and awards can help you save during your time at UFV. Every year, millions of dollars in federal and provincial loans, grants, bursaries, scholarships, and awards go to UFV students through UFV’s Financial Aid and Awards office. Find information about all of your funding options at ufv.ca/money

WHAT FUNDING OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO ME?

Student loans

You can apply for a student loan through the government or a financial institution. You need to start paying these back six months after you graduate. The amount of funding available to you depends on whether you study full-time or part-time and how much income you make.

Grants

Grants are government funds that you don’t have to pay back. These are sometimes based on financial need, but not always. If you are interested in the trades, there are options that can help you while you study for your Red Seal.

Bursaries

In addition to financial aid, you can apply for a bursary each semester. Bursaries do not need to be repaid if you qualify.

Indigenous funding options

Students who self-identify as Indigenous with the Indigenous Student Centre could be eligible for band funding, grants, various scholarships, bursaries, and other financial options.

UFV entrance scholarships

If you’re enrolling at UFV in the academic year immediately following your high school graduation, you may qualify for a UFV entrance scholarship. The application deadline is March 10. (September 1 for trades).

B.C. Youth in Care Tuition

If you are a former B.C. youth in care aged 19–26, meet specific criteria, and are pursuing an undergraduate first credential at UFV, you may be eligible to have your tuition and fees waived.

Scholarships and awards

Scholarships are awarded to recipients based on academic excellence, community and school involvement, volunteer experience, and leadership activities. There are millions of dollars available to students who qualify. All you need to do is apply.

EARN WHILE YOU STUDY

Co-operative education

Co-operative education (Co-op) combines academic studies with relevant work experience. Academic semesters alternate with work terms that are four, eight, or 12 months long, giving you up to two years of relevant work experience.

Work-Study program

The Work-Study program allows you to build your skills while you study with 120 hours of professional employment experience over a single semester in which you are also enrolled in courses. UFV hires many Work-Study students, so you can stay on campus while you earn valuable experience in the workplace.

FINANCIAL AID AND AWARDS

ufv.ca/fineaid

If you are seeking financial assistance at UFV and need additional guidance and support, contact the Financial Aids and Awards office located on the Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses. Call us:

1-888-504-7441 ext. 4601 (Abbotsford campus)

1-888-504-7441 ext. 2618 (Chilliwack campus)

Email us:

Financial.aid@ufv.ca

506 Disbursements for Bursaries valued at $467,675

Award values vary up to $1,500/semester

370 Disbursements for Scholarships valued at $370,640

Award values vary up to approximately $3,000/award

125 Disbursements for Entrance Scholarships valued at $212,781

Award values vary up to $20,000/award

234 Disbursements for Donor Funded Emergency Grants valued at $139,049

Award values vary up to $1,000/year

211 Disbursements for Athletic Scholarships & BCAAP valued at $188,643

Award values vary up to approximately $3,000/award

14 Disbursements for BC Emergency Grants valued at $144,827

Award values vary up to $1,000/year

176 Disbursements for Provincial Tuition Waiver for Former Youth in Care $320,658

Full tuition award

86 Disbursements for Youth Futures Education Assistance Fund valued at $75,844

Award values vary up to $3,000/year

106 Disbursements for Private/External Awards valued at $197,394

2 Million Dollars

In 2022 – 2023, UFV provided almost $2 million in scholarships, bursaries, awards and grants to over 1,800 students.

Over 1,000 awards are available.

Stories of transformation.

“If I met me in my first year, I wouldn’t even recognize me! I used to feel like I was at UFV for no reason, but then I found my real community and it was an instant click. UFV is unique in that students get to do student research assistantships and conduct academic research as an undergrad. It’s a small community but when you make good connections, they really stick.”

Alicia Dyck (global development studies student) knows that she has come a long way since her first semester at UFV. At first, she didn’t know what to study. Then she met a community of students and professors who transformed her view of the university experience and helped her make a global impact.

Sheetal Deo (BA) is now an established lawyer living in the Gold Coast area of Australia, having completed her juris doctor, master of laws, and graduate diploma of legal practice, all at Bond University in Queensland, Australia. Deo is a lawyer by qualification, but she is an advocate by choice.

“So much of my interest in identity politics grew out of experiences I had at UFV. Public conversations I am leading now in Australia are based on a foundation of conversations I had and initiatives I was involved in as a UFV student.”

“I look forward to making our members, our ancestors, and future generations proud by progressing Tzeachten through the community’s vision and continuing to build a healthy community by nurturing our culture and enhancing social services.”

“It

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in Indigenous communities, and I am grateful for the opportunity to further my post-secondary education. I am currently an Indigenous peer mentor. My experiences as a peer mentor have been transformative. I’ve gained experience with leadership roles and enjoy mentoring and taking on the responsibility of being a role model for UFV Indigenous students.”

Cortney Russell, whose

and Stó:lō people. She is working towards a Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous studies and expanding her knowledge around language revitalization and cultural restoration. Cortney hopes to use this knowledge to help make a difference in her community.

“My professor, Dr. Amanda McCormick, has been instrumental in helping me figure out what I want to do. I went from nothing, to being dead-set on a path, to falling off the wagon, and now, here I am on my way to working in academia.”

Kia Neilsen (BA, criminology) experienced first-hand the impact a university professor can have on a student’s academic journey, career direction, and personal development. Now, she’s well on her way to shaping the world as a criminology researcher.

Derek Epp (BSW), whose Xwélmexw name is Weli’leq, is the elected Chief of the Tzeachten First Nation, part of the Ch’iyàqtel Tribe. Derek is using his education to transform his community by working with Xyólheméylh (Fraser Valley Aboriginal Child and Family Services Society).

is my passion to expand the knowledge that I have and apply it where it

needed

ancestral name is Teathquathla, comes from the Haida, Gitxsan,

Transform your mind, change the world.

UFV VIEWBOOK 2024/25

GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Admission to UFV generally requires BC high school graduation or equivalent. For some programs, students without high school graduation may be admitted as mature students.

HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS

Applicants must provide UFV with their high school transcript. BC students should submit authorization for the Ministry of Education to provide UFV with their high school records. Visit the BC Ministry of Education Student Transcripts Services website to submit authorization at studenttranscripts.gov.bc.ca .

Current high school students should provide authorization until September to allow UFV to collect your interim and final grades.

PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Most programs require that applicants meet additional entrance requirements beyond UFV’s general admission requirements. These may include academic requirements, such as specific course grades and grade point averages, and supplementary support documents such as references, a written statement, or submission of a portfolio. To learn more about program-specific requirements, turn to pages 32–36.

OUT-OF-PROVINCE HIGH SCHOOL APPLICANTS

You are considered to have the equivalent of a BC high school diploma if you have graduated from high school in another

province. Students in Quebec must have also completed one full year of CEGEP. Out-of-province course equivalencies can be found on our website.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

English is the language of instruction at UFV. The minimum level of English proficiency for most degree and diploma programs at UFV is a C+ in English Studies 12 or equivalent.

ADVANCED STANDING AND ENRICHED PROGRAMS

Students who complete International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced Placement (AP) courses may earn transfer credit depending on their grades. To transfer credits for your IB and AP courses, you must meet the minimum grade requirements and send your official transcripts from the International Baccalaureate Organization or The College Board to UFV Admissions. Transfer credit is granted for IB courses with a grade of 5 or higher and AP courses with a minimum grade of 4.

TRANSFER STUDENTS

Students who have attended other postsecondary institutions may be eligible to receive transfer credit. When applying, ensure you indicate all institutions you have attended and submit official transcripts from each one. All final decisions on transferability and transfer credit are made after UFV receives and evaluates all official transcripts.

What you need to get in.

IF YOU DON’T MEET PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS, UFV CAN HELP.

UFV offers pathways for you to gain admission to your goal program where you can upgrade courses as necessary. In some cases, you may be able to take upgrading courses alongside firstyear courses.

A variety of assessment and testing options are also available. You may be able to complete an assessment to meet your program’s entrance requirements.

UFV is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment accessible to all, regardless of background, finances, or academic level.

When to apply.

CLASSES START APPLICATIONS OPEN

Fall semester

Winter semester

Summer semester

September 2024

January 2025

May 2025

October 1, 2023

May 1, 2024

October 1, 2024

Take note of when applications open to make sure you apply on time. Submit your application as early as possible because programs fill up quickly. Some programs have application and document submission deadlines.

These deadlines are available at ufv.ca/appdates.

LEARN

MORE ABOUT YOUR OPTIONS

Contact our Future Students Office to learn more at ufv.ca/futurestudents

College of Arts

PROGRAM

Associate of Arts Degree

Bachelor of Arts Degree Anthropology, Communications, Economics, English, French, Geography, History, Indigenous Studies, Mathematics, Peace and Conflict Studies, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Theatre

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Degree

Bachelor of Arts in Global Development Studies Degree

Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree

Art History, Creative Writing, Graphic and Digital Design, Media and Communication, Theatre, Visual Arts

Bachelor of Integrated Studies Degree

Bachelor of Media Arts Degree Digital Entertainment Art, Digital Performance, Film, Interactive Media

Criminal Justice Diploma

General Studies Diploma

Graphic and Digital Design Diploma

Indigenous Studies Certificate

Liberal Arts Diploma

Theatre Diploma

Visual Arts Diploma

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

English: 12 (C+)

Grade 12 Approved Courses: 1 (C+)

English: 12 (C+)

Grade 12 Approved Courses: 2 (B Avg.)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS + NOTES

English: 12 (B)

Grade 12 Approved Courses: 2 + English Studies 12 (B Avg.)

English: 12 (C+)

Grade 12 Approved Courses: 2 (B Avg.)

English: 12 (C+)

Portfolio review and possible interview. See the academic calendar.

English: 12 (C+)

Grade 12 Approved Courses: 2 (B Avg.)

English: 12 (C+)

Grade 12 Approved Courses: 2 (B Avg.)

English: 12 (C+)

Grade 12 Approved Courses: 2 + English Studies 12 (C+ Avg.)

English: 12 (C+)

Grade 12 Approved Courses: 1 (C+)

English: 12 (C+)

English: 12

English: 12 (C+)

Grade 12 Approved Courses: 1 (C+)

English: 12 (C+)

English: 12 (C+)

Portfolio review and letter of interest. See the academic calendar.

Portfolio review and possible interview. See the academic calendar.

See the academic calendar.

Portfolio review and possible interview. See the academic calendar.

UFV’s approved grade 12 course list can be found at ufv.ca/grade12 | For a complete list of majors, minors, and concentrations, please visit ufv.ca/calendar

Faculty of Business and Computing

PROGRAM

Bachelor of Business Administration Degree

Accounting, Finance, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Financial Management, International Business, Operations Management, Organizational Studies, Professional Sales

Bachelor of Business Administration Degree (Agriculture Management)

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

English: 12 (C+)

Math: Pre-Calc 12 (C+) or Calc 12 (B) Grade 12 Approved Courses: 1 (B)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS + NOTES

Bachelor of Business Administration Degree (Aviation)

Bachelor of Computer Information Systems Degree

Software Development, Systems and Networking, Security

Business Administration Diploma

No direct entry from high school. See the academic calendar. Completion of Agriculture Technology diploma with a minimum grade point average of 2.67.

English: 12 (C+)

Math: Pre-Calc 12 (C+)

Science: Phys 11 or Phys 12

English: 12 (C+)

Math: FOM 12 (B) or Pre-Calc 12 (C)

English: 12 (C+)

Math: Pre-Calc 11 or Calc 12 (C+) or Pre-Calc 12 (C)

Business Administration Diploma (Aviation)

Computer Information Systems Certificate

Computer Information Systems Diploma

English: 12 (C+)

Math: Pre-Calc 12 (C) Science: Phys 11 or 12

English: 12 (C+)

Math: FOM 12 (B) or Pre-Calc 12 (C)

English: 12 (C+)

Math: FOM 12 (B) or Pre-Calc 12 (C)

See the academic calendar.

See the academic calendar.

See the academic calendar.

UFV’s approved grade 12 course list can be found at ufv.ca/grade12 | For a complete list of majors, minors, and concentrations, please visit ufv.ca/calendar

Faculty of Science

PROGRAM

Agriculture Technology Diploma

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

English: 12 (C+)

Math: AWM 11 or FOM 11 or Pre-Calc 11

Science: Life Sciences 11/Bio 11 or Chem 11 or Earth Sciences 11 or Phys 11

Associate of Science Degree

English: 12 (C+)

Math: Pre-Calc 12 (B)

Science: One of A&P 12, Chem 12, Geology 12, Physical Geography 12, or Phys 12 (C+)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS + NOTES

See the academic calendar.

Faculty of Science

PROGRAM

Bachelor of Agricultural Science Degree

English: 12 (C+)

Math: FOM 11 or Pre-Calc 11 (C)

Science: A&P 12 (C+) and Chem 11 (C) or Bio 11 (C+) and Chem 12 (C)

Bachelor of Environmental Studies Degree

Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Natural Sciences) Degree

Bachelor of Science Degree Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computing Science, Mathematics, Physical Geography, Physics

Bachelor of Regional and Community Planning

English: 12 (C+)

Grade 12 Approved Courses: 2 (B Avg.)

English: 12 (C+)

Math: FOM 11 or Pre-Calc 11 (C)

Science: Bio 11 (C+) and Chem 12 (C) or Bio 12 (C+) and Chem 11 or 12 (C)

English: 12 (C+)

Math: Pre-Calc 12 (B) or Calc 12 (A)

Science: One of A&P 12, Chem 12, Geology 12, Geography 12, Physical Geography 12, or Phys 12 (C+)

No direct entry from high school. See the academic calendar.

UFV’s approved grade 12 course list can be found at ufv.ca/grade12 | For a complete list of majors, minors, and concentrations, please visit ufv.ca/calendar

Faculty of Health Sciences

Bachelor of Kinesiology Degree

English: 12 (C+)

Math: One of Stats 12, FOM12, or Pre-Calc 12 with a C or better Science: A&P 12, Chem 12 or Phys 12 (C+)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree English: 12 (B)

Math: FOM 11 or Pre-Calc 11 (C+) Science: Chem 11 (C+) and A&P 12 (C+) within the past 5 years.

Certified Dental Assistant Certificate

English: 12 (C)

Science: A&P 12 (C)

See the academic calendar.

Admission will be on a competitive basis. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

See the academic calendar.

Admission will be on a competitive basis. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

See the academic calendar.

Practical Nursing Diploma No direct entry from high school. See the academic calendar.

UFV’s approved grade 12 course list can be found at ufv.ca/grade12 | For a complete list of majors, minors, and concentrations, please visit ufv.ca/calendar

Faculty of Applied and Technical Studies

PROGRAM

Architectural Drafting Technician Certificate

Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing Certificate

Auto Service Technician Certificate

Cabinetmaking (Joinery) Certificate

Carpentry Certificate

Electrician — Construction Certificate

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

English: 12 (C) Math: FOM 11 or Pre-Calc 11 (C+)

English: 12 (C) Math: 10 (C)

English: 12 (C) Math: 10 (C)

English: 12 (C) Math: 10 (C)

English: 12 (C) Math: 10 (C)

English: 12 (C) Math: 10 (B)

Electronics Technician Certificate English: 12 (C) Math: 10 (C)

Engineering Transfer Program

English: 12 (C+) Math: Pre-Calc 12 (B) Science: Chem 12 and Phys 11 (12 recommended)

Heavy Mechanical Foundation Certificate

Professional Cook Certificate

Plumbing and Piping Certificate

Welding Certificate

English: 12 (C) Math: 10 (C)

English: 12 (C) Math: 10 (C)

English: 12 (C) Math: 10 (C)

English: 12 (C) Math: 10 (C)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS + NOTES

See the academic calendar. Admission will be on a competitive basis. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

See the academic calendar.

UFV’s approved grade 12 course list can be found at ufv.ca/grade12 | For a complete list of majors, minors, and concentrations, please visit ufv.ca/calendar

Faculty of Education, Community, and Human Development PROGRAM

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Activity Assistant Certificate English: 10 (C+)

Applied Business Technology Certificate English: 12

Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care Degree

English: 12 (C+)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS + NOTES

See the academic calendar.

See the academic calendar.

See the academic calendar.

Admission will be on a competitive basis. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

Bachelor of Education Degree No direct entry from high school. No direct entry from high school. Four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution is required. See the academic calendar.

Bachelor of Social Work Degree No direct entry from high school. See the academic calendar.

Admission will be on a competitive basis. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

Early Childhood Education Certificate English: 12 (C+)

See the academic calendar.

Early Childhood Education Diploma No direct entry from high school. See the academic calendar. Completion of Early Childhood Education Certificate required.

Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate Grade 12 or equivalent.

Library and Information Technology Diploma

English: 12 (C+)

Nursing Unit Clerk Certificate English: 12 (C) or 11 (C+)

Paralegal Certificate English: 12 (C+)

School and Community Support Worker Certificate English: 12 (C+) High school graduation with an overall C average.

Social Service Worker Diploma English: 12 (C+) High school graduation with an overall C average.

See the academic calendar.

See the academic calendar.

See the academic calendar.

See the academic calendar.

See the academic calendar.

See the academic calendar.

UFV’s approved grade 12 course list can be found at ufv.ca/grade12 | For a complete list of majors, minors, and concentrations, please visit ufv.ca/calendar

Transform your mind, change the world.

Take a moment to reflect on the change you want to see in the world and the growth you hope to see in yourself. How can your education help you achieve these goals?

Special thanks:

This publication features photography by UFV Graphic and Digital Design grads Camille Candia (@camillecandia) and Paige Elliott (@paigehuberelliott).

Additional photography credits:

Sharalee Prang Photography for Downtown Abbotsford

Tourism Abbotsford District 1881, Chilliwack

The language traditionally spoken by the Stó:lō people is Halq’eméylem, the “Upriver dialect” of Halkomelem. Halq’eméylem is primarily spoken in the upper and central Fraser Valley, the Lower Fraser Canyon, and in communities near Harrison Lake. Íyáqáwtxw means ‘house of transformation’ in Halq’eméylem.