Full-time or part-time
Starts September and January (most courses)
Two years Prince George
Associate degrees
All public universities in BC that offer tradi-tional arts and science degrees guarantee 60 transfer credits for students who have completed an Associate of Arts Degree or an Associate of Science Degree.
The Associate Degree curriculum comprises two years of university-level study in a variety of academic areas. Students must complete a broad range of course offerings balanced with in-depth study in specific disciplines. Since many students will continue their studies, the requirements are sufficiently flexible to enable students to plan their educational programs carefully and to complete prerequisites for upper-level course work in their intended majors.
Where to find the details
Specific associate degree credit transfer poli-cies at each receiving institution are on the BCCAT website (www.bc transferguide.ca).
Just click on “Other Transfer Guides,” and then on “Associate Degree.” A link is also provided there to all general and specific requirements for associate degrees.
Admission
1. Successful completion of Grade 12 (with English 12 or English 12: First Peoples) or ABE/Academic Upgrading Advanced Certificate or GED Certificate or comple-tion of Grade 11, with an outstanding academic record, in the year of applica-tion.
Note 1: It is recommended high school students consult their counsellors to ensure they select the most appropriate high school courses for their chosen career paths.
Note 2: Students who received less than a
“B” grade in English 12 or its equivalent are
strongly encouraged to select English 103 as their first English course.
Note 3: Students applying for admission to MATH 101, CSC 109, Phys 101 or Chem 111 who obtained a “C+” or less in Principles of Math 12 (interim grade) or Math 050 must first register in MATH 100.
Note 4: The GED certificate meets the general admission requirements but does not meet specific program or course prerequisites.
Note 5: You will need to comply with the prerequisites of specific courses you select.
Graduation requirements — general
1. 60 credits of 100-level or higher courses that have university transfer credit.
These must include a minimum of 18 credits in second-year science, in two or more subject areas.
2. It is recommended that up to 30 credits, both assigned and unassigned, be accepted for transfer credit to the Associate of Science Degree.
3. An overall GPA of 2.0 calculated on all courses counting towards the associate degree.
4. No course can be used to meet more than one of the specific requirements.
Note: CUE 101 cannot be counted as part of the 60 credits for an associate degree.
Graduation requirements — specific
1. 6 credits in first-year English; and 2. 6 credits in mathematics which shall
include at least 3 credits in calculus; and 3. 36 credits in science, which shall include at least 3 credits in a laboratory science;
and
4. 6 credits in arts, other than English (excluding mathematics and laboratory-based science courses); and
5. 6 credits in arts, science, or other areas.
Note 1: Students must have completed at least three semester credits in the semester the degree is awarded.
Associate Degree – Science: Course planning worksheet
Required courses # of credits Conditions Your courses English 6 100 level 1.
2.
Mathematics 6 Must include 3 credits 1.
of Calculus 2.
Science 18 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Science 18 200 level — taken in 1.
two or more subject 2.
areas 3.
4.
5.
6.
Arts electives 6 100 level or higher — 1.
excluding required English, 2.
Math, and lab-based Science
Electives 6 100 level or higher — 1.
Arts or Science courses or 2.
other subjects with university transfer credit Total credits required: 60
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 required.
Note 2: Unassigned credits from other insti-tutions for inclusion in the course work leading to the Associate Degree–Sciences will be limited to 15 credits. The final deci-sion for determining course area, level, and number of credit hours will be made by the Dean or senior academic administrator in the UT Science program area.
Note 3: Students are advised to consult with a CNC counsellor/ advisor in order to determine specific course requirements for entry to a particular university degree program.
Note 4: A laboratory science course is any course in the sciences list worth 3 credits or more and with a lab of at least 2 hours, but excluding any course in applied science (engineering) or computing science.
Classification of subjects
For help designing your program, please talk to a CNC counsellor/ advisor.
Only those College of New Caledonia courses with articulated university transfer credit and a CNC course designation at the 100-level or higher, will count towards the Associate Degree.
For the purpose of the general and specific requirements for Associate Degrees, College of New Caledonia courses are cate-gorized as follows:
Arts—Humanities
• Aboriginal Studies
• English
• Fine Arts
• French
• History
• Philosophy Arts—Social Sciences
• Anthropology
• Criminology
• Economics
• Geography (Human)
• Human Kinetics
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Women’s Studies
Sciences
• Applied Science
• Astronomy
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Forest Science
• Geography (Physical—201, 202)
• Mathematics
• Physics
Note: Some courses listed above may not carry transfer credit or satisfy major degree requirements at some universities. Please consult the BC transfer guide
(www.bctransferguide.ca) or Counselling and Advising at CNC.
Course completion
Courses must be completed no more than 10 years prior to the date of graduation in order to count toward the Associate Degree in Science. This policy applies to CNC courses and to all courses transferred from other post-secondary institutions for credit at CNC. Courses more than 10 years old may be considered for unassigned credit.
Students should contact the Dean to discuss this option. (Please note that professional certification or accreditation bodies and receiving institutions may have different criteria.) For the complete policy, see Ten Year Timeline for Program Completion Policy #E-1.37 available on the CNC Policy web page.
You might also be interested in…
• Computer/ Network Electronics Technician Certificate
• Individual university-level classes in the arts or sciences
• Natural Resources and Environmental Technology Diploma
Important dates
For the Prince George campus only;
contact other campuses for their dates.
Fall term
• Classes: September 8 – December 18, 2015 (exams period: December 10 – 18)
Spring term
• Classes: January 4 – April 22, 2016 (exams period: April 14 – 22)
• Study break: February 15 – 19, 2016 150507
Biology
Full-time or part-time
Most courses start September or January Individual university classes
Prince George; first-year courses offered in Quesnel; individual courses available at some regional campuses
Some course sections available online CNC offers first- and second-year univer-sity-level biology courses that prepare you for careers in the biological sciences, education and health care. Our biology students can use our courses as a spring-board into pharmacy, medicine, nursing, dental hygiene, biotechnology, and many other programs. Students can also apply our courses towards the completion of a bachelor’s degree.Admission
You’ll need one of the following:
• Successful completion of Grade 12 (with English 12 or English 12: First Peoples)
• ABE/Academic Upgrading Advanced Certificate
• GED Certificate
• Completion of Grade 11 with an outstanding academic record in the year of application.
Note 1: To ensure you select the most appropriate high school courses for your chosen career path, we recommend you consult a high school counsellor.
Note 2: You’ll need to comply with the prerequisites of the specific CNC courses you select (see course listings).
Note 3: The GED certificate meets CNC’s general admission requirements, but does not meet specific program or course prerequisites.
Note 4: Students applying for admission to MATH 101, CSC 109, PHYS 101, or CHEM 111 who obtained a “C+” grade or less in Principles of Math 12 (interim grade) or Math 050 will be registered in MATH 100.
What will you study?
For help selecting the biology courses that meet your personal goals, contact CNC Counselling and Advising, or see Packages
5 and 6 in the University Classes section (starts page 121) for a sample program of study.
• For information on an associate degree in science, see page 99
• For information on transferability, visit www.bctransferguide.ca, talk to a CNC counsellor/ advisor, or contact the university you plan to attend after CNC
You might also be interested in…
• Associate Degree in Science
• Health sciences programs
• Natural Resources and Environmental Technology Diploma
• Other university-level courses
• University Transfer First-Year Science (Quesnel)
Important dates
For the Prince George campus only;
contact other campuses for their dates.
Fall term
• Classes: September 8 – December 18, 2015 (exams period: December 10 – 18) Spring term
• Classes: January 4 – April 22, 2016 (exams period: April 14 – 22)
• Study break: February 15 – 19, 2016 150507
Chemistry
Full-time or part-time
Most courses start September or January Prince George; first-year courses offered in Quesnel
A chemistry education gives you flexibility to move in numerous career directions. Some possibilities include applied research and product development, environmental assessment and protection, chemical engi-neering, forensic science, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, pharmacology, oil and gas, mining and metallurgy, pulp and paper, and education.
Even though your major may not be chem-istry, there are other occupations in which having a strong chemistry background is beneficial: forestry, nursing, dental hygiene, medical lab technician, environmental tech-nician, and more.
Chemistry courses at CNC are transferrable to other post-secondary institutions in BC, including SFU, TRU, UBC, UNBC, and UVic (see www.bctransferguide.ca).
Is your chemistry a bit rusty? CNC offers CHEM 113/114, designed for students who have not taken Chemistry 12 or feel less comfortable taking CHEM 111/112. These full-credit courses are recognized by all major universities in BC and serve as a prerequisite for second-year chemistry courses, as well as fulfilling first-year chem-istry requirements for medical, dental, and pharmacy programs.
Admission
You’ll need one of the following:
• Successful completion of Grade 12 (with English 12 or English 12: First Peoples)
• ABE/Academic Upgrading Advanced Certificate
• GED Certificate
• Completion of Grade 11 with an outstanding academic record in the year of application.
Note 1: To ensure you select the most appropriate high school courses for your chosen career path, we recommend you consult a high school counsellor.
Note 2: You’ll need to comply with the prerequisites of the specific CNC courses you select (see course listings).
Note 3: The GED certificate meets CNC’s general admission requirements, but does not meet specific program or course prerequisites.
Note 4: Students applying for admission to MATH 101, CSC 109, PHYS 101, or CHEM 111 who obtained a “C+” grade or less in Principles of Math 12 (interim grade) or Math 050 must first register in MATH 100.
What will you study?
For help choosing the chemistry courses that meet your personal goals, contact CNC Counselling and Advising, or see Packages 5, 6, and 7 in the University Classes section (starts page 121) for a sample program of study.
• For information on an associate degree in science, see page 99
• For information on transferability, visit www.bctransferguide.ca, talk to a CNC counsellor/ advisor, or contact the university you plan to attend after CNC
You might also be interested in…
• Associate Degree in Science
• Engineering (Applied Science)
• Medical Laboratory Technology Science Diploma
• Other university-level courses
• University Transfer First-Year Science (Quesnel)
Important dates
For the Prince George campus only;
contact other campuses for their dates.
Fall term
• Classes: September 8 – December 18, 2015 (exams period: December 10 – 18) Spring term
• Classes: January 4 – April 22, 2016 (exams period: April 14 – 22)
• Study break: February 15 – 19, 2016 150507
Commerce
Full-time or part-time
Most courses start September or January Prince George; individual courses offered at Quesnel and may also be available at other campuses
A commerce education gives you a range of vital management and administrative skills.
After completing a degree, possible job titles include manager, economist, business analyst, and accountant.
Admission
You’ll need one of the following:
• Successful completion of Grade 12 (with English 12 or English 12: First Peoples)
• ABE/Academic Upgrading Advanced Certificate
• GED Certificate
• Completion of Grade 11 with an outstanding academic record in the year of application.
Note 1: To ensure you select the most appropriate high school courses for your chosen career path, we recommend you consult a high school counsellor.
Note 2: You’ll need to comply with the prerequisites of the specific CNC courses you select (see course listings).
Note 3: The GED certificate meets CNC’s general admission requirements, but does not meet specific program or course prerequisites.
Note 4: Students applying for admission to MATH 101, CSC 109, PHYS 101, or CHEM 111 who obtained a “C+” grade or less in Principles of Math 12 (interim grade) or Math 050 must first register in MATH 100.
What will you study?
For help selecting the commerce courses that meet your personal goals, contact CNC Counselling and Advising, or see Package 1 in the University Classes section (starts page 121) for a sample program of study.
• For information on an associate degree in science, see page 99
• For information on an associate degree in arts, see page 97
• For information on transferability, visit www.bctransferguide.ca, talk to a CNC counsellor/ advisor, or contact the university you plan to attend after CNC
You might also be interested in…
• Accounting and Finance Diploma
• Associate Degree in Arts with Commerce specialization
• Associate Degree in Science
• Business Management Certificate and Diploma
• Other university-level classes
• University Transfer First-Year Science (Quesnel)
Important dates
Fall term
• Classes: September 8 – December 18, 2015 (exams period: December 10 – 18) Spring term
• Classes: January 4 – April 22, 2016 (exams period: April 14 – 22)
• Study break: February 15 – 19, 2016 150507