Hearing Aid Sciences (Diploma)

Academic Requirements

Before you apply to the Hearing Aid Sciences (Diploma) program at Douglas College, it's essential to ensure you meet the necessary admission requirements. Here are the key points to consider:

1. General Admission Requirements:

• All applicants must meet at least ONE of the following criteria:
  • High school graduation from BC or another equivalent school system, with a minimum overall average of 60% (or equivalent) in their final year of high school.
  • Nineteen (19) years of age or older by the end of the first month of the first semester of attendance.
  • Seventeen (17) years of age on the first day of the first semester of attendance, and has not been enrolled at a school for a minimum of one year.
• In addition, applicants must have:
  • Minimum final grade of “C” or 60% (or equivalent) in Grade 11 Mathematics or equivalent (for most programs).

2. Requirements for International Students:

• International students must demonstrate proficiency in the English language prior to admission. This can be done through various standardized tests or completion of specific English courses.
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
• For students transferring from other recognized post-secondary institutions in Canada, a minimum GPA of 2.0 is required (based on most recent full-time studies).

3. Additional Notes:

• Some specialized programs may have other, or higher admission requirements in addition to the ones outlined above. For more details, consult the individual program pages.
• Due to the competitive nature of admissions into many programs at Douglas College, merely meeting the minimum admission requirements does not always guarantee admission.

If you have any questions or need further clarification, please feel free to contact LOA Portal's advisors for support and guidance.

Language Requirements

All applicants to the College must demonstrate proficiency in English by providing proof of ONE of the following:

• High school grades:
  • English Studies 12 - minimum final grade "C", or equivalent
  • English First Peoples 12 - minimum final grade "C"
  • English 12 - minimum final grade "C"
  • Communications 12 - minimum final grade "B"
  • AP English Language or Literature - minimum grade 3
  • IB English Language (SL or HL) - minimum grade 3

• Testing options:
  • Douglas College English Assessment
  • TOEFL iBT (in-person or online) - minimum score 83
  • TOEFL Essentials - minimum score of 9 (no score below 8 on any individual section)
  • IELTS - minimum overall band test score 6.5 (academic module only)
  • EIKEN Practical English - minimum placement of Grade 1
  • CAEL - minimum overall and essay score of 60 (computer or paper based)
  • Cambridge English CAE - minimum score 75 or "B"
  • Cambridge English CPE - minimum score 60 or "C"
  • Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) Level 8 in each of Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing
  • Duolingo English Test - Minimum overall score of 110. Official test scores must be sent directly to Douglas College.
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic - minimum score of 56

• Douglas College course options:
  • ENGU 0350 and 0360 – Mastery
  • ENGU 0355 - Mastery
  • ENGU 0356 - Mastery
  • ENGU 0390 - Mastery
  • ENGU 0450 - minimum grade "P" and 0460 - Mastery
  • ENGU 0455 - minimum grade "P"
  • ENGU 0480 - minimum grade "P"
  • ENGU 0490 - minimum grade "P"
  • ELLA 0360 - minimum grade "C"
  • ELLA 0460 - minimum grade “P”

• Language school pathway options:
  • Completion of the Advanced Level of the University Preparation program at EC English Language Centers (ECAD)
  • Global Village English Centres Level 7 - minimum score of C
  • Completion of Level 16 (Pathway 3.3) of the Academic pathway program at Int’l Language Academy of Canada (ILAC)
  • Completion of Level A2 of the University Pathway program at Int’l Language School of Canada (ILSC)
  • Completion of Kaplan International Centres Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) Level C1
  • Completion of VGC International College Advanced University Preparation course level 7 with 75% or higher
  • Completion of Bayswater University and College Pathway Program level C1 (or level 9) with satisfactory attendance
  • Completion of Education First (EF) University Preparation Program level C1 completion with satisfactory attendance

• Other options:
  • Currently enrolled or successful completion in a college-level English, Written Communications, Creative Writing or Literature course from an English speaking post-secondary institution. Note: If the course has been completed, a minimum grade of “P” is required.
  • Enrolment in the BC Adult Graduation program including English 12 with a minimum grade of C (provincial exam is optional)
  • Undergraduate Bachelor degree (or higher-level credential) from an English-speaking post-secondary institution
  • GED (Fourth Test Series) Language Arts Writing & Reading - minimum score 450
  • ABE English course equivalent to ENGU 0355

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.