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The University Transfer Biological Sciences Certificate allows you to complete first-year biological sciences at VCC and transfer directly into second-year degree programs at Simon Fraser University (SFU). For the assured pathways to SFU, the maximum time for completion is 16 months. For the competitive admission to SFU, the maximum time for completion is 3 years. 

University Transfer - Biological Sciences Certificate (Transfer to SFU)

Vancouver Community College

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1. High school graduation or 16 years of age or equivalent
2. English 12 (C+) or equivalent
3. Pre-calculus 12 (B) or equivalent

Academic Admission Requirement

1. For course registration and program completion purposes, you should make sure that you meet the prerequisites for the Arts and/or Science courses in the program. For example, you need Chemistry 12 to enroll in CHEM 1121. 
2. Specific post-secondary courses may be used to substitute for high school courses. 
3. This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
4. Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous are strongly encourages to connect with VCC's Indigenous Education and Community Engagement team to learn more about VCC's Indigenous Enrolment policy and services.
5. If you are missing any prerequisites, VCC offers academic upgrading, English as a Second Language courses, and university transfer options. 
6. Recommended characteristics:
Demonstrate proficiency in the English language with excellent oral and written communication skills.
Motivated and positive attitude towards learning.
Possess analytical and critical thinking skills.
Some word processing experience and basic computer skills required.

Admission Advice

To apply to this pathway, please submit your application to the University Transfer Science Certificate program. 

University Transfer - Biological Sciences Certificate (Transfer to SFU)

Vancouver Community College

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