Bachelor Of Business Administration - Accounting (Optional Co-op)

Academic Requirements

To be considered for the Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting program at UPEI, students must meet specific academic requirements. For high school graduates, successful completion of Grade 12 examinations in a University Preparatory Program is necessary, with an overall average of at least 70% in the following subjects:

• English
• Mathematics
• Any two Social Studies, Languages, or Sciences
• One other academic course

For international students, particularly those from Vietnam and other Asian countries, it is essential to ensure that their qualifications are equivalent to the Canadian high school standards. Students are encouraged to contact LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support regarding their specific academic backgrounds.

Additionally, students must complete the following prerequisite courses:

• Business 1710 (Organizational Behaviour)
• Business 2720 (Human Resource Management)

It is important to note that “Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.” This evaluation is crucial for international students to ensure their academic credentials are recognized.

For those interested in pursuing the Honours program, a minimum average of 75% in all previous courses is required, along with permission from the School, which is contingent on finding a faculty supervisor. Students should seek admission to the Honours program as early as possible, ideally by the end of their third year.

Language Requirements

The language of instruction at the University of Prince Edward Island is English. All academically admissible applicants are required to demonstrate proficiency in the English language prior to undertaking studies. Proficiency may be demonstrated by:

Undergraduate programs

1. Three years of full-time study in English in Canada or in another country where English is a principal language; evidence of bilingualism (English and another language) is acceptable for those applicants educated in Canada in a language other than English.
2. Submission of an official test score at or above the acceptable minimum, such as:

   Test	Minimum Score for Business Administration - Accounting
   IELTS (Academic)	Overall score of 6.5 with no band below 6
   TOEFL paper-based test	550 with minimum TWE of 5.5
   TOEFL internet-based test	Overall score of 4.5, with no band below 4
   CAEL (including CAEL Online)	60
   Pearson Test of English	58
   Cambridge B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency	Overall score of 176 with 176 in writing and no other skill below 169
   Duolingo	Overall score: 120
   Oxford ELLT	Overall 7 with no individual component below 6
   English 621*	70%

Applicants with scores below the minimum may be admitted conditionally (NOT available to applicants seeking admission to Nursing, Radiography, Education or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine).

*Prince Edward Island high school course English 621 or an analogous grade 12 academic English course from another Canadian Provincial curriculum.

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.