This program is certified by the BC Ministry of Education. Graduates receive the same credential as any public high school in British Columbia (the BC Dogwood Diploma). This is the requirement for direct entry into a Canadian university. Students entering in May 2018 will follow the new curriculum proposed by the Ministry of Education. A Math Skills Assessment is required for graduation.
Graduation Requirements (80 credits)
The courses listed satisfy both the BC Ministry requirements and Columbia College requirements for admission into the University Transfer/Associate Degree program.
|
Required Courses |
Credits |
|
Language Arts 10 |
4 |
|
Social Studies 10 |
4 |
|
Math 10 |
4 |
|
Science 10 |
4 |
|
Fine Arts or Applied Skills 10 |
4 |
|
Physical Education 10 |
4 |
|
English 11 or Communications 11 |
4 |
|
Math 11 |
4 |
|
One Science 11 course |
4 |
|
Social Studies 11 |
4 |
|
English 12 or Communications 12 |
4 |
|
3 Academic Grade 12 courses |
12 |
|
Two Career Life courses |
8 |
|
Four Electives |
16 |
Note: Not all courses are available every semester. Prerequisite courses must be completed and may increase the number of credits required to complete the program. Subjective to new curriculum updates.
University Admission
Universities in Canada set their own entrance requirements. While these requirements vary from institution to institution, completion of the Senior Secondary Program at Columbia College satisfies the normal entrance requirements. Certain academic subjects and a minimum grade point average are also required. Information is available on university websites. Students may also seek advice from counsellors on university admission requirements and application procedures.
Students wishing to accelerate their studies can continue in the University Transfer Program at Columbia College immediately following satisfactory High School completion, while awaiting transfer to university.