Pathway Program in Canada
Many students refrain from study abroad programs because they lack basic skills. So, if you want to study for a Bachelor’s degree in Canada but lack the confidence or English language abilities to enroll in an undergraduate program right away, a route program can help you improve your communication skills and familiarity with a university campus. Pathway programs are available to help you gain the skills, knowledge, and certifications required for a Bachelor’s degree abroad before enrolling.
What Is a Pathway Program? And Why Should You Do It?
A pathway program is created for students who do not fulfill the direct entry requirements for a bachelor’s degree. Pathway programs are courses that are designed to help prepare international students with enough qualifications, skills, and knowledge so they can meet the entry requirements of the preferred courses. For example, you can do a diploma of business to gain direct entry into a Bachelor of Business. So rather than evading your study abroad dreams, opt for a pathway program to sharpen your skills.
There are umpteen benefits of pathway programs.
Focus on international students
Education centres provide foreign students with the opportunity to pursue a route programme that covers the requirements of students from all over the globe and is an excellent approach to assist them in overcoming any obstacles they may have.
You will benefit from teachers who have expertise teaching foreign students while enrolled in a route program. You will learn through highly visual and engaging lesson plans that will help you accomplish and succeed through organized teaching techniques that appeal to people learning a second language.
The courses are designed to ensure that students are confident and intellectually equipped to succeed in degree-level studies.
The Chance to Adjust to the Foreign Culture
University-pathway programs allow you to properly adapt to a new culture. They allow you to learn about and adjust to a new culture and way of life before beginning your degree.
You will most likely reside with other international students who are in the same circumstances as you. You may explore your new surroundings together. You may also take advantage of the International Study Centre’s introduction week, which will familiarise you with the country of study, your course, and your new surroundings.
Develop and Hone the Academic Language Abilities Required
You will be able to master the kind of language skills you would face during your undergraduate degree through academic classes paired with English language development.
University-pathway programs will help you overcome any worries you may have about learning and communicating in English, which may be preventing you from progressing in your degree program. You will enhance any aspects of your English language abilities that require development, such as everyday speaking, writing, or reading. You may also enroll in an English Language Preparation class.
You will also get the opportunity to practice your English in ordinary scenarios, such as purchasing a cup of coffee or socializing with friends.
Improved Knowledge
University-pathway programs are an excellent approach to address any knowledge gaps that may exist between high school and university. They are intended to fulfill the demands of foreign students studying in other countries. They assist in ensuring that you are intellectually prepared to succeed during your degree.
The course will refresh the core and subject-specific syllabus that are designed to strengthen your understanding of the field in which you wish to advance. You can select from a variety of academic paths that will lead you to your chosen degree. The courses will immediately prepare you for your degree and the expectations that come with it.
Get Attuned to University-style Instruction
You will not only be immersed in a new culture and language, but you will also be adjusting to university-style instruction. This gives you an advantage over pupils who start university directly from high school.
University-pathway programs are an excellent method to prepare for university-style teaching methods. Courses are taught in a university-style setting which is quite different from what we are accustomed to. Lectures, tutorials, and seminar-style classes are common methods of instruction.
You will also acquire important study techniques that will help you excel at university as part of your selected degree. You will strengthen your capacity to work independently, as well as your research and other study skills like critical reading and project work.
What are the advantages of Choosing the UTPS Program?
e is hardly any chance of missing the VISA approval from the IRCC due to its high-ranking institutes’ affiliated programs. Secured VISA success.
- Confirm Offer
As there are available sufficient seats for International students, thus we can ensure the Offer of Admission.
- Offer Letter within the fastest time
Students can get the offer letter within 5-7 days.
- Choice of Subjects
Students can choose their subjects according to their preferences. There are options for Engineering, Science, Business, and Creative industries & Arts. Students can select and focus on their interests.
- Pathway to Ranking Universities
As UTPS programs are offered from Toronto Metropolitan University International College – TMUIC (Pathway to Toronto Metropolitan University formerly known as Ryerson University); Wilfrid Laurier International College- WLIC ( Pathway to Wilfred Laurier University, University of Waterloo); International College of Manitoba – ICM (Pathway to the University of Manitoba); Fraser International College – FIC (Pathway to Fraser Valley University, Simon Fraser University, University of British Columbia etc).
Therefore, students are getting an opportunity to enroll in these ranked universities with better grooming for their focused subjects. Students can have better Chances of Undergraduate admission as pathway programs for international students also offer conditional admission into the school after completion of the program. This means that international students who complete their pathway program with a certain GPA are automatically accepted into the main college or university.
- Open Session – Throughout the year
There are three sessions – January, May, and September. Therefore, students can enroll at any time of the year.
- Locations
Above mentioned institutions are situated in the main cities, for instance, Toronto, Brantford, Vancouver, and Winnipeg which helps to have loads of positive effects on your health and well-being. In addition by being more active, you get to have a better lifestyle compared to living in a remote part of the country. In the city, you can find everything you need without going too far. Most importantly, people can have a greater level of job opportunities as it is more convenient to find a job in a metropolitan area, whether you are currently employed or looking for new employment. You will also have the benefit of being able to save money on your rent and other living expenses.
- Focused classes
UTP program classes are confined to 15-20 students. Therefore, teachers or faculty members can focus on the students and observe more closely. Focused classrooms maximize students’ on-task learning time by minimizing disruptive behavior and disengagement which helps them to learn better and enhance their qualities where they lack any requirements. The class content may consist of a lecture, workshops, computer laboratory sessions, or interactive activities. There is some variation in this structure according to the nature of the individual lecturer, the course, and specific requirements.
- Career Growth, Job Opportunity & PR
As the students get the chance to study at renowned universities, therefore, students can apply for better jobs, and with their skilled knowledge they can pursue their careers better than one diploma-completed student. As a consequence, easy to get the PR (Permanent Residency) and move forward to Canadian Citizen. If a Diploma student receives 2000 CAD for any JOB, a UTPS student can get 3000 CAD for that. Moreover, students can get management-level designated work whereas Diploma students get worker-level jobs.
- Foundation Pathway – UTP Stage I & UTP Stage II
University Transfer Program Stage I (UTP-I):
A foundation or pre-university studies program that acts as a bridge between secondary school and university-level studies.
The foundation program, UTP-I is an 8-month program (two terms). Students can begin their studies in January, May, or September. Upon successful completion of UTPI, you can progress to the first-year university program, UTPII.
University Transfer Program Stage II (UTP-II):
Equivalent to the first-year university program at Universities. Upon successful completion of UTPII, if you satisfy university admission requirements and deadlines and achieve the specified minimum GPA, you will be eligible to transfer to the second year of your degree at the University. Admission to some degree programs will be on a competitive basis and subject to quotas.
The UTPII program, which is equivalent to the first year of the degree, can be completed in three terms, or one year. Students can begin their studies in January, May or September. Upon successful completion of UTPII and satisfying the university’s transfer requirements, you can transfer to the second year at the University.
For clear conception, please click on the below-mentioned links:
FIC – https://www.fraseric.ca
ICM – https://www.icmanitoba.ca
TMUIC – https://www.torontomuic.ca
WLIC – https://www.laurieric.ca
UICC – https://www.uicc.ca
- Academic Requirements and it’s Flexibility for the UTPS program
For Bangla Medium HSC Students:
Country | UTP Stage I | UTP Stage II | UTP Stage II: Engineering |
Bangladesh | Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with a B (50%) average in 4 academic subjects | Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with a minimum overall of A-(65%) in 3 academic subjects | Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with a minimum grade of A (75%) in Mathematics, Chemistry, and Physics. |
For English Medium Students:
UTP Stage I Entry Requirements:
Entry into UTP Stage I generally requires the successful completion of O Level or Year 11 or its equivalent for instance 2 subjects in As/A level with overall and individual subject requirements depending on the program. Specific academic requirements are listed below.
UTP Stage II Entry Requirements:
Two (2) A Levels with final grades of 1 C and 1 D grades in 2 academic subjects; 2 AS levels are acceptable in place of an A Level (2 Cs and 2 Ds minimum in 4 different academic subjects). Mathematics with a grade of C or higher is required at the GCSE/IGCSE/O Level or A Level.
- Language Requirements and its Flexibility for the UTPS program
English Language Qualification* | Direct** | Integrated |
---|---|---|
IELTS | IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than 5.0 | IELTS 5.0 with no band lower than 4.5 |
Duolingo | 95 | 85 |
For UTP I –
IELTS (Academic) 5.0 Overall with minimum 5.0 reading and Writing, and 4.5 in Speaking and Listening.
For UTP II –
IELTS (Academic), 5.5 Overall no band less than 5.
This symbolizes that if any Undergraduate prospective student couldn’t meet the language requirement (Overall 6.5 or 6; Each band 6); the UTPS program will be the best option for them.
UTP Stage Program Cost
International College of Manitoba (ICM)
- UTP Stage I – Direct Entry & Mixed Entry – Tuition -$19,942.00 CAD/Year
- Arts – Direct Entry – UTP Stage II – Tuition $19,942.00 CAD/Year
- Arts – Mixed Entry – UTP Stage II – Tuition $20,690.00 CAD/Year
- Engineering – Direct Entry & Mixed Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) – Tuition $19,942.00 CAD/Year
- Science -Direct Entry & Mixed Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) Tuition$ 19,942.00 CAD/Year
Initially need to pay – 12,000.00 CAD
1 Year total fees – 21,236.00 CAD
Toronto Metropolitan University International College (TMUIC)
- UTP Stage I – Direct – Tuition $22,906.00 CAD/Year
- UTP Stage I – Integrated Tuition – $22,906.00 CAD/Year
- Arts – Integrated Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) – Tuition – $32,054.00 CAD/Year
- Arts – Direct – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) Tuition – $29,140.00 CAD/Year
- Business Management – Integrated Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) – Tuition $31,180.00 CAD/Year
- Business Management – Direct – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) – Tuition $31,180.00 CAD/Year
- International Economics and Finance – Integrated Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) – Tuition $31,180.00 CAD/Year
- International Economics and Finance – Direct – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) Tuition $29,140.00 CAD/Year
Initially need to pay for UTPS I – 13,500.00 CAD
Initially need to pay for UTPS II – 17,000.00 CAD
Fraser International College (FIC)
- UTP Stage I – Cornerstone Entry – Tuition $31,888.00 CAD/Year
- UTP Stage I – Integrated Entry – Tuition $30,927.00 CAD/Year
- Computer Science – Cornerstone Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) – Tuition $42,573.00 CAD/Year
- Computer Science – Integrated Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) Tuition $39,789.00 CAD/Year
- Computer Science – Direct – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) – Tuition $33,142.00 CAD/Year
- Computer Science – ELC Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) – Tuition $40,876.00 CAD/Year
- Engineering Science – Cornerstone Entry – UTP Stage II (Co-op)Tuition $42,573.00 CAD/Year
- Engineering Science – Integrated Entry – UTP Stage II (Co-op) – Tuition $39,789.00 CAD/Year
- Engineering Science – Direct – UTP Stage II (Co-op) – Tuition $33,142.00 CAD/Year
- Engineering Science – ELC Entry – UTP Stage II (Co-op) – Tuition $37,392.00 CAD/Year
- Business Administration – Cornerstone Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) Tuition $42,573.00 CAD/Year
- Business Administration – Integrated Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) – Tuition $39,789.00 CAD/Year
- Business Administration – Direct – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) – Tuition $33,142.00 CAD/Year
- Business Administration – ELC Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) Tuition $37,392.00 CAD/Year
- Arts and Social Sciences – Cornerstone Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) – Tuition $42,573.00 CAD/Year
- Arts and Social Sciences – Integrated Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) – Tuition $39,789.00 CAD/Year
- Arts and Social Sciences – Direct – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) – Tuition $33,142.00 CAD/Year
- Arts and Social Sciences – ELC Entry – UTP Stage II (Optional Co-op) Tuition $37,392.00 CAD/Year
Initially need to pay – 14,000.00 CAD
UTPS programs are designed to help students to fulfill their entry requirements to enroll in their preferred Universities. Please check the following program descriptions to relate with the UTPS programs. If student compare with the entry requirements and total cost, UTPS program will be more convenient to get in.
Comparison between UTPS & Direct Bachelor programs:
Aspects | Direct Bachelor | UTPS Program |
Application | Challenging to meet with all the requirements, Difficult to get the offer letter, Intake unavailable for preferred program, Can’t assure the offer letter, require 6-8 weeks to get the offer letter which is time-consuming. | Ensured offer, Easy to receive the offer letter within the fastest time within 7 days. |
Tuition Cost | 27,000.00 CAD – 60,000.00 CAD/Year (since first year) | 20,000.00- 42,000.00 CAD/year |
VISA Success | Chances of Study permit approval from IRCC is 50-60%. | The chances of Study permit approval from IRCC are 70-90%. |
Focused Class | University classrooms are bigger than college. Around 100 of students used to be there. There is no focus and personal grooming session. | In the UTPS program classrooms are more focused, work-based assignments where students can learn and enhance the qualities that they lack. Get a chance to prepare themselves to adjust to the University environment. |
Preferred Subject | In a direct Bachelor’s program, it is difficult to choose the preferred Major. | In the UTPS program, student can choose their preferred subject, can enhance their skills in their preferred Major. Student can get some time to choose their subject during that period. |
Academic & Language requirement | Need to complete advanced level with 3 subjects, with 70% grade, IELTS 6-6.5 (each band 6), Duolingo 115 minimum. | Students can apply with O Level (6 subjects), As Level/ A level with 2 subjects, IELTS 5.5, or Duolingo 85-95. |