Sciences
Overview
The International Year One (UTP Stage II): Science pathway is a student’s first step into realizing their dreams of transforming the world through scientific research, using interactive, theoretical and practical approaches to improving society. during International Year One (UTP Stage II): Science students choose to focus in one of four different areas: mathematics and data science, experimental science, life science, or general science. These four main areas span eight departments with the opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary studies not only within the Faculty of Science but also across all SFU faculties.
KEY INFORMATION
Duration
- 3 terms
Intakes
- January, May, September
Location
- Vancouver
Your direct pathway to Simon Fraser University
Entry to second year at SFU
Bachelor of Science
Areas of study:
- Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Math, Actuarial Science, and Data Science
- Chemistry, Physics, and Earth Sciences
- Biomedical Physiology Intended,* Kinesiology Intended,* Molecular Biology & Biochemistry, and Biological Sciences
*Students in intended pathways will not be admitted directly to the program. Instead, eligible students will be admitted to the Faculty of Science with an intended major and must then apply for approval (i.e. internal transfer) to these programs once at SFU.
FIC Students in their transferring semester in the Science pathway are welcome to utilize SFU Sci-Space resources and attend events. They are encouraged to explore the Sci-Space Webpage either on their own or with an advisor.
Potential career paths
- Analyst
- Agricultural Researcher
- Animal Behaviorist
- Athletic Director
- Bacteriologist
- Biological Technician
- Biostatistician
- Conservation Officer
- Crime Scene Technician
- DNA Analyst
- Epidemiologist
- Exercise Physiologist
- Ethnobotanist
- Food Inspector
- Genetic Technologist
- Health Educator
- Information Scientist
- Medical Illustrator
- Medical Lab Technologist
- Pathologist’s Assistant
- Pest Control Consultant
- Plant Physiologist
- Professor Data Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Statistician
- Statistical Consultant
- Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- Technical Writer
- Toxicologist
*Program fees are based on 30 credits of study at C$1,148.92 per credit. Students taking more than 30 credits of study will need to pay additional fees. Not for credit transfer Academic Literacy Course is a requirement for International Year One (UTP Stage II) Direct entry.
For the most up-to-date fees and charges, please visit: https://www.fraseric.ca/admissions/fees/
Program Requirements
To transfer into the Faculty of Science, Students must complete the requirements listed below, which include one ‘W’ and one ‘Q’ course; and achieve grade of C- or better in all courses.
-> What are ‘W’ and ‘Q’ courses?
A minimum admission CGPA of 2.75, based on a minimum of 10 courses (at least 30 units, with a grade of C- or better in all pathway courses) will guarantee admittance to the Faculty of Science (FCI) for successful transfer students from FIC.
All (All (direct) students are required to take (and pass) ILS101/ILSA101 – Integrated Learning Skills and ALC101/ALAC101 – Academic Literacy Course in their first term of study unless exempted. For ALC exempted requirements, please check the English requirements page.*
Science Fundamentals Program
Students without Grade 12 equivalent Math or Biology will be admitted to the Science Fundamentals Program and will be required to take MATH 100 and/or BIO 100 during their first term at FIC. These courses both count as Electives with academic credit, so students starting in the Science Fundamentals Program can still complete the pathway in one year (three terms), provided they have enough electives available in their program to be used for these classes. Students without Grade 12 equivalent Chemistry or Physics are not eligible for admission to the Science pathway.
The pathway from Fraser International College to the Faculty of Science is effective September 2019 (Fall term), in the following subject areas:
- Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Math, Actuarial Science and Data Science
- Chemistry, Physics and Earth Sciences
- Biomedical Physiology Intended,* Kinesiology Intended,* Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, and Biological Sciences
Please note that the following courses for students in the Life Science, Experimental Science and General Science Pathways will be offered in specific semesters as outlined below:
** Note: The above courses are not guaranteed to run as scheduled at the moment.
Required Courses for Mathematics Pathway (Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Math, Actuarial Science and Data Science)
Choose one Writing course from the following list.
Elective Courses for Mathematics Pathway
Students select at least three additional courses within the FIC roster of offerings. See below for recommended elective courses based on intended major.
Required Courses for Experimental Science Pathway (Chemistry, Physics and Earth Science)
Choose one Writing course from the following list.
Elective Courses for Experimental Science Pathway
Students select at least two additional courses within the FIC roster of offerings. See below for recommended elective courses based on intended major.
Required Courses for Life Science Pathway (Biomedical Physiology Intended,* Kinesiology General Intended,* Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, and Biological Sciences)
Choose one Writing course from the following list.
Elective Courses for Life Science Pathway
Students select at least 1 additional course within the FIC roster of offerings. See below for recommended elective courses based on intended major.
Required Courses for General Science Pathway
Choose one Writing course from the following list.
Choose one Elective course from the following list.
*Students in intended pathways will not be admitted directly to the program. Instead, eligible students will be admitted to the Faculty of Science with an intended major and must then apply for approval (i.e. internal transfer) to these programs once at SFU.
*Courses and programs are subject to change without notice. If you have any questions, please contact the student success advising team.
