International Year One (UTP Stage II): Communication and Business is equivalent to the first year of SFU’s Bachelor of Arts degree awarded by the Faculty of Communication, Art, and Technology (FCAT). The program will provide you with the necessary foundation to understand and excel in such an exciting program. Upon successful completion of International Year One (UTP Stage II), you’ll begin the second year of your degree at SFU.
Foundation of Communication and Business (BA) at Fraser International College at Simon Fraser University at Navitas Education
Foundation of Communication and Business (BA) at Fraser International College at Simon Fraser University at Navitas Education
The Communication and Business (BA) at Fraser International College at Simon Fraser University at Navitas Education is a Foundation program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the Vancouver campus in Perth, Australia, the program is taught in English and takes 3 semester(s) to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. Tuition fees are USD 842 / credit, with the next intake on September 9, 2026.
About Foundation of Communication and Business (BA) at Fraser International College at Simon Fraser University
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Foundation of Communication and Business (BA) at Fraser International College at Simon Fraser University at Navitas Education
Entry Requirements
To transfer into the Double Minor Program in the Faculty of Communications, Arts, and Technology, and Beedie School of Business students must complete the requirements listed below, which include at least one ‘W’ and one ‘Q’ course.
-> What are ‘W’ and ‘Q’ courses?
A minimum GPA of 2.50, based on completion of 10 courses (at least 30 units, and with a grade of C- or better in all courses), will guarantee admittance to a Business minor program for successful transfer students from FIC. In addition, a cumulative GPA of 2.5 is required for admission to the university.
All (direct) students are required to take (and pass) ILS101/ILSA101 – Integrated Learning Skills and ALC101/ALAC101 – Academic Literacy Course in their first term of study unless exempted. For ALC exempted requirements, please visit the English requirements page.*
Please note the Business minor cannot be changed into a major at SFU.
English Program Requirements
IELTS (Academic) : 6.0 overall with minimum 6.0 in Reading and Writing and 5.5 in Speaking and Listening
TOEFL : 78 overall Reading and Writing minimum 18
Duolingo English Test : 110
Pearson Test of English (PTE) : Overall score of 58, and a minimum score of 58 in the Communicative Skills, including: Listening, Reading, Speaking, Writing
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
842 / credit
Foundation of Communication and Business (BA) at Fraser International College at Simon Fraser University at Navitas Education
Navitas Education
Australia, Perth