Partnerships and transfer agreements

Students and employees from the following organizations, institutions, and programs can transfer their credits into the General Studies diploma (GSD) program at UFV.

If you are a student at one of these organizations or institutions and are considering transferring into the GSD or have already done so, you are encouraged to make an appointment with a General Studies diploma advisor. The advisor can review how to use your credits to meet program requirements and work with you to identify strategies to complete your General Studies diploma.

Students transferring from other recognized colleges and universities may also be able to apply their transfer credits to the General Studies Diploma.

Learn more about specific transfer pathways for the following transfer partners below:

Focus College

Graduates of the Focus College Advanced Certificate in Business program will be granted up to 31 credits, or one year of equivalent study, towards the two-year General Studies diploma. By completing their Advanced Certificate in Business at Focus College, students will also have met multiple program requirements of the UFV General Studies Diploma. If you are transferring from Focus College to UFV’s General Studies Diploma program, you are encouraged to meet with a UFV Academic Advisor prior to or soon after beginning your studies at UFV. To book an appointment, go to: ufv.ca/advising.

McDonald's Canada

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) has partnered with McDonald's Canada to offer McDonald's employees new pathways to pursue post-secondary education. This flexible credit agreement will allow managers with approved course credit to achieve their chosen credential at UFV while still working.

Prospective students who have completed management training courses at McDonald’s, and who meet UFV’s admission requirements, can receive credit toward one of four options at UFV: a Bachelor of Integrated Studies degree, Hospitality and Event Planning certificate, a Management Skills certificate, or a Diploma of General Studies.

To speak to someone about using McDonald’s training towards your degree, click here to fill out an information request.

Surrey Fire Services

Firefighting employees of Surrey Fire Services (SFS) can receive academic credit for training provided by SFS, and this credit can be applied towards their General Studies diploma or Bachelor of Integrated Studies. SFS-provided training also meets certain program requirements, including Scientific Literacy. For more information on this transfer partnership, Surrey Fire Services personnel should contact the SFS Assistant Chief responsible for Training. You can also book an appointment with a UFV Academic Advisor for the General Studies program at ufv.ca/advising.