Welcome to Dorset College Located in the beautiful city of Vancouver, Dorset College is one of the oldest, and most reputable international colleges in Vancouver. Dorset College has for many years provided exceptional post secondary education to domestic and international students from around the world. We take pride in our campus community, with a tradition of excellence going back to 1981. We are accredited by the Private Career Training Institutions Agency (PCTIA) and Languages Canada; approved for the BC Government s Education Quality Assurance (EQA) designation. For more information, visit www.dorsetcollege.bc.ca
Dorset s Advantages Dorset College is committed to providing innovative, student-centred teaching to International and Canadian students. Through its programs and its supportive environment, Dorset College offers a unique, high-quality post-secondary learning experience that positions students for academic and career success in the worldwide community. 01. IELTS/TOEFL EXEMPTION Upon arrival, students who do not have a sufficient IELTS/TOEFL score will be given a placement test to determine their English level. Qualified students are eligible to transfer to our partnering universities. 02. UNIQUE UNIVERSITY TRANSFER (DIPLOMA) PROGRAM Upon successful completion of the diploma program at Dorset, students can transfer to one of Dorset s partnering universities which are highly ranked by Maclean's Magazine and the Globe and Mail to complete their Bachelor s or Master s Degree. 0. PGSA PROGRAM FOR POST-GRADUATE STUDENTS Students who successfully complete Dorset s PGSA program can transfer to the Master of Administration Program at Cape Breton University or Trinity Western University. 04. TRIMESTER SYSTEM Since Dorset has intakes (January, May and September) every year, students will be able to study semesters a year and reduce the length of time to graduate. 05. WORK PERMIT UPON GRADUATION Dorset students who complete a diploma/degree at our partnering universities are eligible for a post graduation work permit for up to years. 06. SMALL CLASSROOM SIZES The amount of students ranges from 10-20 per classroom. We ensure individual attention as much as possible. 2
Science Diploma Studies Diploma Administration Diploma Your Bridge To Reputable Canadian Universities Automotive Service Technician Studies Aircraft Maintenance Studies Preparation for Graduates School Applicants Vision & Value Dorset College strives to carry out its commitment to the advancement of excellence in post-secondary learning and teaching in Canada. Because Dorset College students come from all over the world, the College has a unique opportunity to create an educational environment that builds on Canada s strengths as an open and diverse society. By valuing the many cultures of the world and emphasizing global awareness and multiculturalism in its overall approach to post-secondary education, Dorset s administrators and instructors affirm the importance of the intellectual growth of its students as citizens of the 21st century. As a community of educators, Dorset recognizes its responsibility to provide a supportive and respectful environment for international and domestic students. In addition, Dorset College is dedicated to the development of programs and curricula in ways that enable students to integrate independent critical, analytical and logical thinking with the acquisition and effective use of higher knowledge and skills.
Sciences Program
Sciences The student studying sciences programs can choose from a wide selection of courses including Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics, Physics, etc. The first year of Science program would provide students the core courses and allow student to choose their specialization in a specific area in the senior year. The Dorset College transfer program in Science is a four-year degree program. Students who successfully complete 0 credits program requirement with sufficient GPA will be eligible to transfer to second year of our partnering universities (Please see below University Destination ). During the program, students have the opportunity to specialize in the following areas: Computer Science Biology Mathematics Chemistry Psychology Statistics Economics Public Health Nursing *Concentrations may differ at different universities. The Dorset College Transfer Program 1 year Science Program Dorset College transfer years Designated Universities receive Bachelor of Science or Public Health Program Requirements Students complete at least 0 credits, as which: COMP 150 COMP 155 ECON 100 ECON 150 ENGL 100 MATH 100 MATH 155 Admission Requirements Academic: English: Computer Science I Computer Science II Microeconomics Macroeconomics Writing & Research I Calculus I Calculus II *course requirements may differ at different universities. Students must have a high school diploma or equivalent English 12 or equivalent For more info, please visit www.dorsetcollege.bc.ca/admissions/ University Destination Credits MATH 200 PHYS 100 PHYS 150 PSYC 100 PSYC 150 SCIE 100 Discrete Math Introduction to Physics I Introduction to Physics II Introduction to Psychology I Introduction to Psychology II Scientific Writing Credits To apply now please visit: www.dorsetcollege.bc.ca/admissions/ 5
Studies Program
Studies The degree is designed to build a strong foundation in business fundamentals and then go on to develop specialized knowledge and skills in your major area of study. The degree also develops the student's practical managerial skills, communication skills and business decision-making capability. The Dorset College transfer program in business studies is a one year degree programs. Students who successfully complete the 0 credits program requirement with sufficient GPA will be eligible to transfer to second year of our partnering college. After completion of the 2 year Diploma in Administration in our partnering college, student may apply to Bachelor degree studies at The University of British Columbia (UBC), Simon Fraser University (SFU), and University of Victoria (UVIC) by satisfying the receiving institutions requirements. The Dorset College Transfer Program 1 year Studies Program Dorset College transfer 1 year Designated College receive Diploma of Administration Program Requirements Students complete at least 0 credits, as which: ECON 100 ECON 150 ENGL 100 ENGL 150 ACCT 200 ACCT 250 Microeconomics Macroeconomics Writing & Research I Writing & Research II Financial Accounting Managerial Accounting *STAT 200 and 250 will be counted as credits at partnering college Credits COMM 250 FINA 200 MARK 200 MGMT 200 STAT 200* STAT 250* Communications II Corporate Finance Fundamentals of Marketing Management & Organizational Theory Statistic I Statistic II Credits Admission Requirements Academic: English: Students must have a high school diploma or equivalent English 12 or equivalent For more info, please visit www.dorsetcollege.bc.ca/admissions/ University Destination CAMOSUN COLLEGE To apply now please visit: www.dorsetcollege.bc.ca/admissions/ 7
Administration Program
Administration The degree is designed to give a broad knowledge of the functional aspects of a company and their interconnection, while also allowing for specialization in a particular area. The programs expose students to a variety of core courses and allow students to specialize in a specific academic area. The degree also develops the student's practical managerial skills, communication skills and business decision-making capability. The Dorset College transfer program in Administration is a two-year degree program. Students who successfully complete 60 credits program requirement with sufficient GPA will be eligible to transfer to third year of our partnering universities (Please see below University Destination ). During the program, students have the opportunity to study in the following areas: Accounting Finance Marketing Human Recourse International Economics Commercial Law *Concentrations may differ at different universities. The Dorset College Transfer Program 2 years Administration Program Dorset College transfer 2 years Designated Universities receive Bachelor of Administration Program Requirements Students complete at least 60 credits, as which: COMP 100 ECON 100 ECON 150 ENGL 100 ENGL 150 MATH 100 MATH 150 PHIL 100 PHIL 150 SOCI 100 SOCI 150 PSYC 100 Computer Usage I Microeconomics Macroeconomics Writing & Research I Writing & Research II Calculus Matrices for Management Critical Thinking (Philosophy) Introduction of Ethics Sociology I Sociology II Introduction to Psychology I Credits PSYC 150 ACCT 200 ACCT 250 COMM 200 COMM 250 COMP 200 FINA 200 MARK 200 MGMT 200 MGMT 250 STAT 200 STAT 250 Introduction to Psychology II Financial Accounting Managerial Accounting Communications I Communications II Computer Usage II Corporate Finance Fundamentals of Marketing Management & Organizational Theory Management Sciences Statistic I Statistic II Credits Admission Requirements Academic: English: Students must have a high school diploma or equivalent English 12 or equivalent For more info, please visit www.dorsetcollege.bc.ca/admissions/ University Destination To apply now please visit: www.dorsetcollege.bc.ca/admissions/ 9
AST/AME Studies
AST Studies Upon successful completion of the Certificate in Automotive Service Technician Studies at Dorset College, students are guaranteed transfer to the Automobile Mechanics (AM) Diploma program at Laurier Macdonald Career Centre under English Montreal School Board or Automotive Service Technician (AST) Diploma program at BCIT. The Certificate in Automotive Service Technician Studies at Dorset College is a 26 weeks long program that consists of specially designed courses in Automotive Science, Technical Communications, English Interactions, and Oral English. This certificate program enables international students to: strengthen their written and oral English skills learn basic automotive technical knowledge and mechanical reasoning skills become familiar with western academic style and culture Students complete the 6 courses, as which: Automotive Service Technician Studies Certificate Term 1 Term 2 Automotive Science I English Interactions I Oral Fluency I Automotive Science II English Interactions II Oral Fluency II AME Studies Upon successful completion of the Certificate in Aircraft Maintenance Studies at Dorset College, students are guaranteed transfer to the Avionics Technician - Aircraft Maintenance at Fanshawe College or Aircraft Maintenance Engineering M Category diploma program at the BCIT. The Certificate in Aircraft Maintenance Studies at Dorset College is a 26 weeks long program that consists of specially designed courses in Aviation Science, Technical Communications, English Interactions, and Oral English. This certificate program enables international students to: strengthen their written and oral English skills learn basic applied aviation technical skills as well as theory become familiar with western academic style and culture Students complete the 6 courses, as which: Aircraft Maintenance Studies Certificate Term 1 Term 2 Aviation Science I Technical Communications I Oral Fluency I Aviation Science II Technical Communications II Oral Fluency II Admission Requirements Academic: English: Students must have a high school diploma or equivalent English 12 or equivalent For more info, please visit www.dorsetcollege.bc.ca/admissions/ Institution Destination To apply now please visit: www.dorsetcollege.bc.ca/admissions/ 11
Preparation for Graduates School Applicants
PGSA The Preparation for Graduates School Applicants (PGSA) program is unique program provided only by Dorset College. This program is intended for international students who have already completed an undergraduate degree in their home country and are now planning to do a Master s degree in Canada or the United States. This program provides students with an opportunity to improve their English skills while preparing students for entrance into a graduate program at a North American university. Upon successfully completion of this program (8 courses) with sufficient GPA and other requirements will be eligible to enter the MBA program provided by our partnering universities (Please see below University Destination ). The Dorset College Transfer Program 8 months Preparation for Graduates School Applicants Program Dorset College with COMPLETED UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE + sufficient GPA and other requirements eligible Diploma of Administration Program Requirements Students must complete all of the following 8 courses with a minimum of 70% or higher in order to complete the PGSA Program: ENGL 099 ENGL 100 CMNS 100 CMNS 150 Introduction to University Writing Skill III Writing & Research I Oral Communication I / Presentation I Oral Communication II / Presentation II ACCT 200 CABS 100 GMAT 100 SBMG 100 Financial Accounting Introduction to Canadian GMAT Preparation Entrepreneurship / Small Management Admission Requirements Academic: English: Students must have a high school diploma or equivalent English 12 or equivalent For more info, please visit www.dorsetcollege.bc.ca/admissions/ University Destination To apply now please visit: www.dorsetcollege.bc.ca/admissions/ 1
Your Pathway To Success Admission Requirements Note: The following information applies to general entrance only; see the program information for additional program-specific admission requirements. 01. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS ALL APPLICANTS FOR ADMISSION TO THE COLLEGE MUST SATISFY AT LEAST ONE OF THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA: BC secondary school graduation or the equivalent Completion of a certificate or equivalent from a special needs program and has been in school for 12 years 02. LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT ALL APPLICANTS TO THE COLLEGE MUST DEMONSTRATE PROFICIENCY IN ENGLISH BY PROVIDING PROOF OF ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: English 12 - minimum final grade of 50% Communications 12 - minimum final grade of 67% International Baccalaureate (IB) English Language A (Higher Level) - minimum mark of 5 IELTS - Minimum overall ban test score of 6.0 overall with no band test score below 5.5 TOEFL - Minimum score 80 (Internet based), or Minimum score 21 (Computer based), or Minimum score 550 (Paper based) LPI - Minimum score of 4 14 0. OTHER OPTIONS 1. Demonstrate sufficient proficiency in English on the Dorset English Proficiency Exam (50%), or 2. Successfully complete the Dorset Academic Preparation program with a grade average of 65%.
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