Associate of Arts - General in Abbotsford Canada | University of the Fraser Valley

University of the Fraser Valley | Abbotsford Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 17,184
(c. USD12,333.75)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

The Associate of Arts is a two-year academic credential awarded upon completing a structured program. This qualification can serve as a stepping stone for students aiming to transfer to UFV degree programs or other schools, or as a professional certification. Learners can choose among four pathways to meet general education requirements or focus on specialized areas.

General studies track
International and Development Studies concentration
Media and Communication Studies specialization
Theater arts program (no longer available)
This curriculum offers diverse intellectual exploration valuable for students pursuing careers or education in humanities, creative arts, and social sciences. UFV's Associate of Arts program satisfies all minimum standards set by the B.C. Ministry of Advanced Education.

Since transfer policies and degree specifications differ significantly, prospective transfer students should meet with an Academic Advisor to ensure their coursework aligns with their target institution's program requirements.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent.
A minimum grade of C+ in English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 (see Note).
Note: Students may also present English 12, English Literature 12, English 12 First Peoples, AP English, IB English A (standard level or higher level), or out-of-province equivalent.

A minimum grade of C+ in one other Approved Grade 12 course.

Minimum of nine university-level credits completed with a cumulative GPA of 2.00 based on all university-level credits attempted.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) IBT score of 88 with no section below 20, or paper-based score of 570 with a TWE (essay) score of 4.5 or higher.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic format score of at least 6.5., with no band score less than 6.0.
MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) score of at least 85.
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language) score of at least 70.

Tuition CAD 17,184

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