Bachelor Of Applied Technology Geographic Information Systems

Academic Requirements

For the Bachelor of Applied Technology in Geographic Information Systems program, applicants who have been educated outside of Canada are required to undergo an international document assessment. This is a crucial step to ensure that your educational qualifications are recognized and evaluated appropriately.

International students, particularly those from Vietnam and other Asian countries, must submit specific documentation as part of their application process. Here are the key requirements:

• Applicants must provide copies of their original secondary and/or post-secondary educational documents.
• All documents must be accompanied by certified English translations if they are not originally issued in English.
• Transcripts must show at least three years of consecutive education (secondary and/or post-secondary).
• If applicable, validation of any name changes (e.g., marriage certificate) must be included.

Additionally, the following documents are specifically required for applicants from Vietnam:

• Secondary Education Graduation Diploma (Bằng Tốt Nghiệp Phổ Thông Trung Học)
• Academic transcript (Học Bạ)
• National Exam results (Diem Kỳ Thi Tốt Nghiệp THPT or Giấy Chứng Nhận Tốt Nghiệp THPT)
• Graduation certificate for either Diploma (Bằng Tốt Nghiệp Cao Đẳng), Bachelor Degree (Bằng Cử Nhân), or Master's Degree (Bằng Thạc sĩ)

It is important to note that transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases. For any clarifications or support regarding the admission process, feel free to reach out to the experts at LOA Portal.

Language Requirements

At SAIT, applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency as it is the primary language of instruction for all programs. The institution reserves the right to assess the adequacy of English language skills to ensure the success of applicants in their chosen programs.

Applicants can demonstrate their English language proficiency through one of the following methods:

• Submit official transcripts or a completed international document assessment verifying completion of one of the following:
  • At least three years of full-time study taught in English at an English-speaking secondary school.
  • At least two years of post-secondary education taught in English at a recognized institution.
  • Successfully complete a recognized credential from a SAIT-approved post-secondary institution program taught in English.
• Successfully complete a post-secondary credit course in English, comparative literature, or communications at SAIT or a recognized institution (minimum C grade required).
• Achieve the applicable score on an English assessment test, with the test score being valid within one year prior to application submission.
• Successfully complete the English Language Foundations (ELF) program, with specific courses meeting proficiency requirements.
• Complete one of the recognized alternatives to the English Language Foundations program.

For the English assessment tests, the following are accepted:

• IELTS: Minimum score of 6.0 in each skill/category for English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2.
• CAEL: Minimum overall band of 60, with 60 in each skill/category for English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2.
• TOEFL: Minimum score of 20 in each category for English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2.
• PTE Academic: Minimum score of 53 for English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2.
• Duolingo: Minimum score of 115 with at least 95 in each individual subscores for English Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2.

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.