university transfer program (UTP) & foundation

Canadian University UTP (University Transfer Program) and Foundation

Summary

What are the differences between alternative entry points to Canadian universities and Canadian colleges or direct admission to universities? Please contact Maxway for more information .

Canadian University Foundation and UTP Courses Explained

Canadian University Foundation

Suitable for Form 5 (4 passes + 10%) or Form 6 students.
Different Foundation courses require different compulsory courses, and upon completion, students will be admitted to Year 1 of designated Canadian university courses.
Not all Canadian university courses can be advanced to Foundation. Please contact Maxway for details .

Canadian University UTP (University Transfer Program)

Students who have completed S6 with 7 points in 3 subjects or 12 points in 4 subjects or have completed IB
UTP is equivalent to Year 1 of a designated Canadian university. After completion, you can enter Year 2 of a designated Canadian university subject.
Not all Canadian university courses can be advanced to higher education through UTP. Please contact Maxway for details .

Which Canadian universities have university transfer program (UTP) and Foundation?

Provincial government data proves that Canadian University Foundation or UTP is an effective tool for connecting to designated universities. The IELTS , elective subjects, application deadlines and grade requirements for these courses are lower than those for direct applications to Canadian universities . However, since the courses are tied to Year 1 or Year 2 of designated Canadian university subjects, the number of people connecting each year is greater than that of Canadian Colleges , and the success rate is higher.

Therefore, students need to determine whether they are interested in the following Canadian universities and their related subjects. Please refer to: Canadian University Rankings

Toronto Metropolitan University , Toronto
- TMUIC admission requirements andcourses that can be transferred to Toronto Metropolitan University
Wilfrid Laurier University , near Toronto
- WLIC admission requirements andcourses that can be taken at Wilfrid Laurier University
Simon Fraser University , Vancouver
- FIC (Fraser International College) representative interviewed : Can you tell me about FIC's UTP (University Transfer Program) and how the Foundation helped you get admitted?

University of Alberta , located in Edmonton
- University of Alberta (International Year 1) admission requirements andcourses that can be connected to the University of Alberta

University of Lethbridge , near Calgary
- University of Lethbridge International College admission requirements andcourses that can be taken to the University of Lethbridge
University of Manitoba
- Representatives from ICM (International College Manitoba) visited
- Representatives from the University of Manitoba visited

Canadian University Foundation and UTP Targets

Students who do not meet the IELTS standard:

Canadian universities require an IELTS score of 6.5. Compared to Canadian university English tutoring classes (ESL), Canadian university UTP or Foundation allows students to meet the requirements at a more favorable price because it allows you to study English tutoring while taking credits. However, university ESL requires students to complete English tutoring before starting credit courses.

Associate Degree or High Dip :

If you want to change your major or know that you can't go to Year 3 of a Canadian university after completing an associate degree or high diploma, why not go early? Generally, you can enter a Canadian university through UTP if you have less than 10 associate degree or high diploma credits.

Go to Canadian University UTP (University Transfer Program) in Form 6:

Do you not meet the admission requirements or have passed the deadline , for example: planning to continue your studies in Canada after the DSE results are released?
Want to have a binding goal and agreement so that you don’t need to complete a Canadian diploma or associate degree before applying to each Canadian university?

Foundation for Studying in Canadian Universities in Form 5:

Do you not have M1, M2 or any science subjects, but want to apply for business, science and engineering courses at Canadian universities? You have already completed Form 5 and do not want to spend another 1-2 years in a Canadian high school or college to make up for these elective subjects? Canadian University UTP/Foundation can help you
Studying at a Canadian university foundation in Form 5, graduating in 5 years, 1 year faster than going to a Canadian secondary school or staying in Hong Kong to complete secondary school

Readings on UTP (University Transfer Program) and Foundation at Canadian Universities

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Canadian University Foundation and UTP FAQs

1. What are the differences between the University Transfer Program (UTP) of a Canadian university and an associate degree from a Canadian college?

Transfer data: Data proves that UTP's transfer success rate and number of students exceed Canadian College . For example, Simon Fraser University in Vancouver has had more than 4,000 students successfully transferred through FIC in the past five years, with a success rate of 93%. This is twice as many students transferred to Simon Fraser University as the second-place BC Colleges !
Admission Target: Canadian college students must complete DSE, while UTP students in Canadian universities can complete Form 5.
Designated university vs. different universities in the province: UTP admission letter clearly states the score requirements for students to enter the relevant major of the university in year 2. Canadian College is a platform for students to understand the transfer requirements of different universities in the province. Students need to actively collect information and process applications. There is no guarantee of GPA in the transfer university. You can only look at past records.

2. What are the differences between the University Transfer Program (UTP) of Canadian universities and taking the direct entrance exam to Canadian universities?

Size of each class: Canadian universities have over 100 students in each year 1 class, which is difficult to adapt to. UTP has 30-40 students per class and organizes extracurricular activities, making it easier for students to find like minds and integrate into Canadian university life.
Admission requirements : Canadian universities’ deadlines, DSE scores, and subject requirements are not compatible with those of mainstream universities in Hong Kong . For example, the deadline for DSE exams has already been set, 24 points in 6 DSE subjects are required, and even studying business requires an M1! If your IELTS score is not up to standard, you are required to take an extra semester of English, and you cannot take concurrent credits! UTP is best to fill these “outside the box” and provide an entry point for Hong Kong students who want to study in Canadian universities .

3. What is the difference between the University Transfer Program (UTP) and the Canadian Diploma?

The biggest difference between a Canadian Diploma and a Canadian University is:

Graduation time: Canadian diplomas can be graduated in 2-3 years, and Canadian university UTP or Foundation degrees can be completed in no less than 4 years
Tuition: Canadian Diploma tuition is half the price of Canadian University !
After graduating from a Canadian diploma , accumulate 1 year of work experience, apply for Canadian PR through Provincial Nomination PNP or Express Entry , and then complete the remaining 2 years of university at Canadian citizen university tuition. This plan saves 60% compared to completing all 4 years at a Canadian university , which is comparable to the UK and Australia. Details: Canadian study and immigration costs
Of course, some academic subjects cannot be taken through the Canadian Diploma method. To complete a degree directly, you can learn about the popular courses for studying and immigrating to Canada and the most profitable Canadian university courses . You will know which majors should be studied in Canadian universities and which should be studied in Canadian colleges.