| Scope of the program | The Fraser International College (FIC) University Transfer Program (Stage 2) in Art in Communication, Art, and Technology aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of how technical innovations and creative arts are intertwined. This curriculum blends artistic and technical skills to prepare students for diverse careers in digital media, interactive design, communication technologies, and other related fields. The program in Pakistan aligns with the country's growing emphasis on media arts and digital innovation. The demand for professionals with expertise in both technical and artistic domains is rising as the media and technology sectors in the country expand rapidly. With this curriculum, Pakistani students can meet the needs of a growing market for professionals skilled in interactive technology, digital communications, and multimedia. The fusion of art and technology creates new opportunities in industries such as graphic design, software startups, film and media production, and advertising. Given its coverage of global trends in the integration of art and technology, the curriculum is relevant on an international scale. Experts who can bridge the gap between creative and technical domains are in high demand not only in countries with advanced digital economies like the US, Canada, and the EU but also in emerging nations where digital transformation is driving the growth of creative industries. |
| Program entry requirement | If you want to transfer into the Faculty of Communications, Arts, and Technology and the Beedie School of Business' Double Minor Program, you need to complete a "W" and a "Q" course. Transfer students from FIC who complete ten courses with a C- or better are guaranteed admission to a Business minor program with a minimum GPA of 2.5. All (direct) students must take and pass academic literacy courses ALC101/ALAC101 and ILS101/ILSA101 in their first term unless exempt. |
| Required GPA | 2.5%. |
| GRE Required | N/A |
| GMAT Required | N/A |
| Application Process | 1. Register for an Online Application:
To start your application, create an account on the university’s application portal. This will give you access to the online application form.
2. Start the Application Process:
Once registered, start filling out the online application form. The process is simple.
3. Complete the Application Form:
Fill out the form with proper and complete information about your academic background, personal details, and program preferences. This will help them to better understand your qualifications.
4. Upload Required Documents:
Use the portal to submit the necessary documents online, which may include:
• Official Transcripts: Submit official transcripts from any institutions you have attended.
• Standardized Test Scores: If applicable, upload your English language test score reports.
• CV or Resume: Provide an up-to-date CV or resume that highlights your educational and professional experience.
• Statement of Purpose: Write a statement detailing your goals for the program, research interests, and reasons for applying.
• Letters of Recommendation: Arrange for two recommenders to submit letters of recommendation through the portal, based on their knowledge of your academic capabilities. |
| Available Scholarships | |
| Program accreditation | N/A |
| Living expenses | Student residences: 250 – 625 CAD/month. University-arranged homestays: 400 – 800 CAD/month. Rent & share an apartment: 300 – 700 CAD/month, prices for rent depend on location and facilities. If you choose to rent a studio/one-room apartment, you can pay over 1,000 CAD/month. |
| Visa Process Details | "1. Completed application form (IMM 1294).
2. Acceptance letter from the university.
3. Proof of funds showing you can cover your living expenses and tuition fees.
4. Bank statements.
5. Educational documents or evidence of sponsorship (if applicable).
6. Medical examination report from a doctor authorized by immigration.
7. Police clearance certificates from your country of birth and from any other countries where you have lived for six months or more in the past five years.
8. Passport-sized photographs.
9. Payment for the study permit application fee (currently 150 CAD).
10. Custodian Declaration (IMM 5646) (if applicable), required if you are a minor, must be signed by your custodian in Canada.
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| Part timework | Entirely: During planned school breaks, such as the summer or winter holidays, international students studying in Canada are frequently permitted to work entirely. Under 20 Hours (With Possible Exceptions): International students may only be able to work part-time for up to 20 hours a week during ordinary semesters. But, according to your program or any particular work visa you may be eligible for, there might be an exception. |
| Post-study work opportunity | Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program: After completing their studies, qualifying international graduates are permitted to work in Canada for a maximum of three years under the terms of this government-mandated scheme. To be eligible, your course of study must be from an approved educational institution, and you must apply for the PGWP as soon as you graduate. Even though NPU might not be on the list of approved universities, you should consider returning to Canada to finish your undergraduate degree or enrolling in a post-graduate program at one of the universities eligible for the PGWP |
