Category: 2011-2012 School Year

Deadlines and Information

Application deadline and interim transcripts deadline: January 15, 2013

Portfolio deadline: February 1, 2013

Final transcripts deadline: August 1, 2013

Information for prospective students: http://www.ecuad.ca/admissions

Academic Requirements

Grade 12 graduation with an overall grade point average of 2.5 (C+ or 67%) calculated using the following five required courses;

• •English 12 or First Peoples English 12 (a minimum grade of 60% or 'C' is required)
• Two other grade 12 academic courses chosen from: English Literature 12, History 12, Other Language 12, Comparative Civilizations 12, Geography 12, Geology 12, BC First Nations Studies 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Principles of Mathematics 12, Calculus 12, Physics 12, American Sign Language 12, Conservatory Canada 12, Royal Conservatory Music 12. Psychology 12, Law 12, Writing 12 (Creative, Journalism or Media), Marketing 12, Accounting 12, Applications of Mathematics 12, Communications 12 and Technical and Professional Communications 12.
• Two option or elective courses chosen from any of the above or: Art Foundations 12, Studio Arts 12, Visual Arts 12, Choral Music 12, Instrumental Music 12, Dance 12, Drama 12, Acting 12, Theatre Performance 12, Theatre Production 12, Drafting and Design 12, Note: It is strongly recommended that applicants take Studio or Visual Arts 12 as one of their options.

Applicants to ECU are not required to write the BC Provincial Exams, other than those required for high school graduation. If written, these exams will be incorporated in the admission decision only if they increase an applicant's academic admission average. Current grade 12 students must provide the Admissions Office with an interim transcript by January 15, 2013 that indicates all grade 11 courses completed and grade 12 courses completed or in progress. Final transcripts must be submitted by August 1, 2013. For full information on academic requirements, please visit: http://www.ecuad.ca/admissions/undergrad/foundation

Applicants whose first language is not English must complete our English Language Proficiency Requirement. Please see the following for more information: http://www.ecuad.ca/admissions/english

National Portfolio Day

National Portfolio Days help to promote budding artistic development by bringing together experienced representatives to review work and offer feedback. This year's event will take place on Saturday, December 1, 2012 from 11am to 3pm. The event runs on a first-come, first-serve basis, and students must bring a portfolio in order to obtain the wristband necessary for entry. Those without portfolios, including parents and friends, will not be permitted to enter specific campus areas during the scheduled review process.

Portfolio

Applicants must submit their portfolio online at SlideRoom. Applicants may upload images (jpg) or video (mov, wmv, flv), and a $12 USD fee will be charged to the applicant at the time of submission.

For students who are interested in coursework that helps to develop their portfolios, please visit the Continuing Studies website: http://www.ecuad.ca/programs/courses/CETP

Changes to Entrance Scholarships

Major Entrance Scholarships (MES)

As you know, in the past, Canadian students had to apply for Major Entrance Scholarships ($5,000 to $40,000) separate from applying for admission. The good news is that this year, the information that Canadian applicants submit in their Personal Profile will be used for admissions and for Major Entrance Scholarship consideration. This makes the application process much easier!

Canadian citizens and permanent residents wishing to be considered for a Major Entrance Scholarship must submit their online application by December 10, 2012. All other Canadian citizens and permanent resident must apply by January 31, 2013. For complete information about Major Entrance Scholarships, visit our Vancouver and Okanagan campus websites.

Changes to UBC’s admissions process

Personal Profile for Okanagan campus applicants

Many programs on UBC’s Okanagan campus now require applicants to complete a Personal Profile. This expansion of the use of the Personal Profile continues to make UBC the largest Canadian university to include broad-based criteria in its application process on this scale.

We are currently communicating these changes to students via visits to schools and communities across Canada, as well as on you.ubc.ca. Encourage your students to check out the Personal Profile video for tips and advice on completing this section of the application.

Refined requirements for Personal Profile references

We have refined our requirements for references: as before, students must submit the names of two referees in their Personal Profile. What’s new is that we now require that one of these referees be someone who can speak directly to the activities and experiences described in the Personal Profile.

Accordingly, this is what applicants will see in their application:

Please submit the names of two referees who know you well and can comment on your preparedness for study at UBC. Examples of referees include an employer, a community member, a coach, a teacher/instructor, or anyone who knows you well. One of the referees you select MUST be able to speak to one of the activities/experiences described in one of your long-answer responses above. For applicants who are currently attending a high school, one of your referees MUST be a school official (e.g. grade 12 or senior year counsellor or IB Coordinator). Neither referee should be a friend, family member, or paid agent.

Hey Grade 11's!

Are you interested in earning 3 University Credits this summer in just 2 weeks??

Capilano University is offering a unique opportunity for Grade 11 students to take a three-credit, university-level philosophy course in August 2012.

Why take the course?

• Experience what it’s like to be a university student in a relaxed atmosphere over the summer
• Earn three university transferable credits that will enable you to decrease your course load once you’re at university
• Learn how to think critically and enhance your ability to excel in school and exams
• Develop strong writing skills that will greatly improve your essay writing
• Enrolment is limited to 28 students, giving you lots of one-on-one time with your instructor

For more information, please see the Information Flyer

Here is the Capilano Application Form if you're interested as well 🙂

Hey Burnaby South!

Are you looking to Volunteer this Summer, and not only earn some great Work Experience Hours, but also some great experience working with others.

There are a number of fantastic Volunteer Opportunities this coming Summer

1. Vancouver Aquarium
1. Visitor Experience Summer Host --> Going into Grade 11 or 12
• More Information here
2. Summer Camp --> Going into Grade 11 or 12
• More Information here
3. Interpretive Delivery 
• More Information here
2. Vancouver Summer Day Camps
• More Information here
3. Burnaby Art Gallery (various positions) --> More Information here
1. Docent/Tour Guide --> Minimum 16 years old
2. Art Program Assistant --> Minimum 14 years old
3. Openings, Receptions and Special Events  --> Minimum 16 years old
4. Art Rentals, Administration, Supplies Assistants
4. Burnaby Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
• More Information here

Are your parents, aunts, uncles, grandparents, constantly asking you "What Are You Going To Be In The Future?

Are you confused yourself as to what you want to study?

Take a look at this great video from SFU answering just those questions 🙂