SQA & KPU Partnership
In 2021, Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) and Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) signed an articulation agreement to allow eligible SQA graduates to transfer parts of their degrees to KPU programs.
After successfully completing an SQA Advanced Diploma in their home country, qualified students who meet the KPU admission requirements will proceed to KPU for further studies. Currently, KPU accepts SQA students who have completed the following five programs:
- SQA Advanced Diploma in Business (Fixed Framework)
- SQA Advanced Diploma in Business + Accounting
- SQA Advanced Diploma in Business + Human Recourse Management
- SQA Advanced Diploma in Business + Marketing
- SQA Advanced Diploma in Computing and Networking
SQA graduates may enter the Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Technology programs with 36-51 credits transferred to KPU. They may also enter into other eligible Bachelor programs, subject to admission requirements.
Student Pathway
The SQA and KPU partnership only not enables advanced entry into undergraduate degree programs but also maximizes the flexibilities of program choices for students. Here are the possible pathways for students. Click here for more information.
Important note: The above transfer pathways are valid between November 1, 2021 and (end date of agreement). Program requirements at KPU and SQA are subjected to change under periodic program reviews, which will affect the pathway. Please refer to the admissions office for the most up to date information.
PLC and KPU Partnership
Starting 2022, Pacific Link College (PLC) and KPU will allow eligible PLC graduates who hold an SQA Advanced Diploma in Business to transfer parts of their degrees to KPU programs. Students may choose to pursue two types of programs at KPU:
- one-year Diploma (transfer 21-39 credits)
- two-year Bachelor of Business Administration program (transfer 36-42 credits)
About PLC: Pacific Link College is one of the fastest-growing institutions in Canada. PLC’s specialty is international students, for whom PLC has built student support from recruiting to academics to co-op and post-graduate care. Established in 2011, PLC has two campuses – in Surrey and Burnaby, British Columbia, with plans to open a campus in Montreal, Quebec.
Admission Requirements
Students applying for admission to KPU are required to submit an admission application form and applicable application fee. Students are subject to all KPU admission requirements. If you are a GRC student with questions, please contact International Future Student. If you are an SQA student with questions, please contact International Future Student.
Fees
SQA graduates admitted to a KPU program are subject to standard fees as outlined in KPU policy and Calendar.
English Proficiency Requirements for Admission
English is the primary language of study at KPU; therefore, all applicants must be able to demonstrate the appropriate level of English language proficiency for their graduate, undergraduate, vocational or preparatory area of study. For test options and more info, please click here.
If you would like to learn more on SQA and KPU partnership program, please feel free to contact us via global.partnerships@kpu.ca.
About SQA
Established in 1997, the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) is the executive non-departmental public body of the Scottish Government responsible for accrediting educational awards. They are a not-for-profit Government-sponsored agency accountable to the Scottish Government.
The SQA and its qualifications and services are recognized throughout the UK and internationally. SQA's qualifications are taken in over 1,800 centers and by 360,000 students each year. SQA provides a coherent framework of qualifications based on industry and society's needs that offer progression pathways for learners.