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Aboriginal University Bridging Certificate Program

August 2009 - July 2010

The comprehensive bridging program provides Aboriginal adult learners with access to knowledge, tools, and skills to successfully enter University. The program will be of interest to students who want to complete pre-requisite requirements as they transition to post-secondary education (academic, ABE or trades).

Education Opportunities:

The program is designed to meet the needs of students pursuing post-secondary education. The program is comprised of pre-requisite courses for most faculties and individually centered programs reflecting a students chosen path of study..

Program Content:

Courses will vary according to specific needs of each student.

  • The Pathways to Learning - EDUC 113T
  • Science 040 *
  • Mathematics For Trades Math 048
  • English 037
  • English 047
  • English 067
  • Biology 047
  • Math 030
  • Math 045
  • Math 046
  • Computer Science

Includes: Student Support, Coaching and Mentoring.

Course Delivery:

The Aboriginal University Bridging Certificate Program is delivered on a full-time basis, Monday to Friday.
Start Date: August, 2009 (Nanaimo)

Application Date:

  • Applicants are encouraged to apply for the Program by June 2009.
  • Applications will be processed on an ongoing basis.

How To Apply:

Complete the attached application for admissions http://www.viu.ca/forms/ApplicationforAdmission.pdf

Submit the application form and one time fee ($35) to:

First Nations Student Services

ADMISSIONS
Vancouver Island University Nanaimo Campus
900 Fifth Street
Nanaimo, BC Canada V9R 5S5
Telephone: 250-740-6400 • Fax: 250-740-6479

Students will be contacted to discuss next steps.

Note: Admission to this program does not necessarily meet the admission requirements for other programs at Vancouver Island University.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:

The registration and fee information included here is for Canadian students only.
Contact the International Education office in Building 255 for information. International students must apply by following the
international student application procedure.