University of the Fraser Valley
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Adult Basic Education
Bachelor
Education
Bachelor
English
Overview
Adult Basic Education at University of the Fraser Valley — 4 years, Fall intakes.
Quick facts
Duration
4 years
Language
English
IELTS minimum
6.0
Intakes
Fall
About this program
Study the Adult Basic Education at University of the Fraser Valley in Abbotsford, British Columbia. This program blends foundational coursework with applied projects and work-integrated learning, preparing graduates for in-demand careers in education. International students benefit from dedicated support services, orientation and career guidance throughout their studies.
Admission requirements
Institution-wide requirements; this program may have additional prerequisites.
• English requirements
• B.C. high school graduation or equivalent;
• Or completion of a minimum of nine UFV or transferable post-secondary credits with a minimum 2.00 GPA (C average) based on all credits attempted;
• Or, for admission into preparatory level programs only, a minimum of 17 years of age and out of high school for at least one year by the start of the semester.
• Meeting the English language proficiency requirement meets the language requirements for most post-secondary courses, except for English and communications courses which have specific requirements.
• Applicants unable to meet the English language entrance requirement can upgrade their language skills through Adult Basic Education, English Language Studies, and/or the University Foundation certificate.
• Many programs require that you meet other entrance requirements, such as grade 12 graduation, completion of specific courses with certain grades or averages, written statements, references, or the submission of a portfolio.
• If you require high-school-level upgrading, you may apply to Adult Basic Education (ABE) if you are 17 or 18 and have been out of public school for one year; or have high school graduation; or are 19 years of age or older before the first day of classes.
• Official transcript guidelines
• Qualifying Studies is for students who need to upgrade their education to gain admission to UFV certificate, diploma, or degree programs; are undecided about their post-secondary goals; have missed a university program admission deadline; or have failed to meet the continuance requirements of a UFV program.
• Credit courses may satisfy certificate, diploma, and degree requirements or may be taken for general interest.
• Official transcript guidelines
• B.C. high school graduation or equivalent;
• Or completion of a minimum of nine UFV or transferable post-secondary credits with a minimum 2.00 GPA (C average) based on all credits attempted;
• Or, for admission into preparatory level programs only, a minimum of 17 years of age and out of high school for at least one year by the start of the semester.
• Meeting the English language proficiency requirement meets the language requirements for most post-secondary courses, except for English and communications courses which have specific requirements.
• Applicants unable to meet the English language entrance requirement can upgrade their language skills through Adult Basic Education, English Language Studies, and/or the University Foundation certificate.
• Many programs require that you meet other entrance requirements, such as grade 12 graduation, completion of specific courses with certain grades or averages, written statements, references, or the submission of a portfolio.
• If you require high-school-level upgrading, you may apply to Adult Basic Education (ABE) if you are 17 or 18 and have been out of public school for one year; or have high school graduation; or are 19 years of age or older before the first day of classes.
• Official transcript guidelines
• Qualifying Studies is for students who need to upgrade their education to gain admission to UFV certificate, diploma, or degree programs; are undecided about their post-secondary goals; have missed a university program admission deadline; or have failed to meet the continuance requirements of a UFV program.
• Credit courses may satisfy certificate, diploma, and degree requirements or may be taken for general interest.
• Official transcript guidelines
Verify on the official source · checked Jul 28, 2026
