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Admission Requirements

General Admission Requirements for RMOT Diploma Program

  • English 12 with minimum "C" grade, or equivalent
  • Math 11(Principles of Mathematics 11)with minimum "C" grade, OR Applications of Mathematics 11 with a minimum "C+" grade
  • Biology 11 with minimum "C" grade or equivalent
  • Two letters of reference
  • Resume
  • A personal letter indicating reasons for applying.

*Applications are accepted November 15, 2011 to March 31, 2012 for September 2011 intake. Apply early! Applications received after March 31,2012 are considered late and will only be considered as space permits.

*Candidates will be required to complete a panel interview as part of the application process.

Courses recommended (not required)for admission are:

  • Completion of the BC Ministry of Environment "CORE" program
  • Biology 12
  • Chemistry 11
  • Math 12
  • Computer experience including MS Windows and MS Excel

Upgrading Opportunities for Mature Students

Candidates who have been in the work force removed from a high school environment that are needing to upgrade to meet the general admission requirements of the RMOT Diploma have opportunities available at Vancouver Island University.

Career & Academic Preparation (CAP)

Adult Basic Education (ABE) offers:

    • A supportive adult-centred learning environment.
    • Small class sizes.
    • Free tutorial assistance.
    • Advising, counselling, and student support services.
    • Assistance with course planning to meet your goals.
    • Daytime and evening classes.
    • A variety of options, from instructor-led classes to self-paced, flexible-schedule classes.

Aboriginal University Bridging Certificate Program

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).

Transferability to the Resource Management Officer Technology Diploma Program with a Fish and Wildlife Diploma/ Degree from another institution (examples: BCIT, Selkirk, Lethbridge Community College)

Each candidate and his/her credentials are examined on a case-by-case basis. In general, the minimum requirements for the candidate to complete is the second year of the RMOT Diploma program.

 

Transferability to the Bachelor of Natural Resource Protection Program with a Fish and Wildlife Diploma/ Degree from another Canadian institution (examples: BCIT, Selkirk, Lethbridge Community College)

Each candidate and his/her credentials are examined on a case-by-case basis.

Candidates are required to satisfy the institutional residency requirement by completing a minimum of 42 upper level credits (third and fourth year courses numbered 300 or higher) at Vancouver Island University. Transfer credit for third and fourth year courses into the degree program must be approved beforehand by the Degree Advisor (John Morgan). Diploma graduates from similar fish, wildlife and recreation programs taken at other Canadian institutions may block transfer into the spring semester of the second year of the RMOT diploma program, and apply to the degree program the following year.

Applicants holding the above mentioned diploma, from another Canadian institution, and with a minimum of three to five years of related law enforcement experience with a natural resource agency, may be granted direct entry into year three of the Bachelor of Natural Resource Protection program.

All degree applicants must include a detailed cover letter and resume, outlining his/her relevant law enforcement experience. Current references must also be included in the application package.