> SFU, Kwantlen partner in unique science dual enrolment program
SFU, Kwantlen partner in unique science dual enrolment program
Contact:
- Sarah Dench, Simon Fraser University, 604.268.6854, sarah_dench@sfu.ca
- Robert Fleming, Kwantlen University College, 604.599.3477, rob.fleming@kwantlen.ca
May 8, 2007
Kwantlen University College and Simon Fraser University are launching a unique partnership that will allow science students to register for courses at either institution—and have that course credit count towards their associate or bachelor’s degree.
“The science dual enrolment option builds on a strong record of successful student movement between our two science faculties,” notes Judith McGillivray, VP Academic of Kwantlen University College. “Years of shared experience have demonstrated that Kwantlen science students completing their degree studies at SFU are much more likely to succeed if they first complete their associate of science degree at Kwantlen.”
Beginning in September, 2007, the science dual enrolment option will provide students at both institutions with better access to science courses relevant to their chosen programs. In addition, students will also have more flexibility in choosing when and where they attend their courses.
“The dual enrolment program provides a range of benefits for the post-secondary system,” notes John Waterhouse, SFU’s VP Academic. “It effectively utilizes expensive facilities and avoids course duplication.”
SFU and Kwantlen have identified a need for expanded laboratory facilities to meet demand for science education in the South Fraser region. In an effort to realize that goal, the institutions have formed the science dual enrolment partnership to ensure students have maximum access to current facilities.
Kwantlen science students will have the option of taking SFU classes at either the Surrey or Burnaby campuses, and SFU students will be able to take courses at Kwantlen’s Surrey or Richmond campuses. Although students will receive student cards allowing access to services on either campus, they will only pay admission and student fees at one institution.
For more information on the program, contact Kwantlen University College admissions at 604.599.2459 or admissions@kwantlen.ca , or the SFU Dean of Science’s office at 604.291.4222 or gregory@sfu.ca
“The science dual enrolment option builds on a strong record of successful student movement between our two science faculties,” notes Judith McGillivray, VP Academic of Kwantlen University College. “Years of shared experience have demonstrated that Kwantlen science students completing their degree studies at SFU are much more likely to succeed if they first complete their associate of science degree at Kwantlen.”
Beginning in September, 2007, the science dual enrolment option will provide students at both institutions with better access to science courses relevant to their chosen programs. In addition, students will also have more flexibility in choosing when and where they attend their courses.
“The dual enrolment program provides a range of benefits for the post-secondary system,” notes John Waterhouse, SFU’s VP Academic. “It effectively utilizes expensive facilities and avoids course duplication.”
SFU and Kwantlen have identified a need for expanded laboratory facilities to meet demand for science education in the South Fraser region. In an effort to realize that goal, the institutions have formed the science dual enrolment partnership to ensure students have maximum access to current facilities.
Kwantlen science students will have the option of taking SFU classes at either the Surrey or Burnaby campuses, and SFU students will be able to take courses at Kwantlen’s Surrey or Richmond campuses. Although students will receive student cards allowing access to services on either campus, they will only pay admission and student fees at one institution.
For more information on the program, contact Kwantlen University College admissions at 604.599.2459 or admissions@kwantlen.ca , or the SFU Dean of Science’s office at 604.291.4222 or gregory@sfu.ca