Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A]

at The University of British Columbia

Work Study

• Students can work for 20 hours per week during the regular academic year and full-time during scheduled breaks.
• If their program does not have scheduled breaks, the students will be limited to working 20 hours per week. 
• An immigration officer may apply conditions on the type of work students may perform.
• For example, they must pass an immigration medical examination before they begin work in health care, child care, or primary or secondary education.

Academic Eligibility:

• Graduation from high school
• Minimum of 70% in Grade 11 or Grade 12 English (or their equivalents)
• At least six academic/non-academic Grade 12 courses (recommended, but not required)
   

Indian student eligibility:
 

General admission requirements for Indian students are:

• Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior secondary school: Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded on completion of Standard XII. Certificates must be official. Photocopies are acceptable if certified by the school principal, head, or counselor. Notarized copies are not acceptable.
   

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
 

VISA

• Student Visa and Visitor Visa (Optional) is required to study in Canada. 
• The student visa is a document that the Canadian government issues that allow foreign nationals to study at institutions in Canada.
• A student visa is usually valid for the length of the student’s study program, plus an extra 90 days. The 90 days lets the student prepare to leave Canada or apply to extend their stay.
• The cost of the student visa is 112 USD.
• The students need these documents to apply for a student visa:
  • Proof of acceptance i.e The offer letter that the student received from the university.
  • Proof of identity 
  • Proof of financial support i.e Documents showing the financial status.
• Student Visa Process:
  • Apply for admission with a DLI, pay the tuition fees, and receive an acceptance letter from the DLI.
  • Check if a study permit is required. eTA is required for all international applicants who wish to travel to Canada.
  • Prepare all the documents required for applications
  • Purchase GIC
  • Apply for the applications
  • Undertake the medical exams
  • Schedule biometric appointment and interview.

The fees for Bachelor of Fine Arts [B.F.A] may vary from $40,000 to $50,000 anually for tuition fees. The fee's prices may get higher for international students.