Discover your

pathway
to enter the University of Toronto

Undergraduate
international foundation program 2013/2014

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Contents
Welcome to the

International Foundation Program

Introduction
The IFP Advantage

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Toronto, Canada University of Toronto

Faculty of Arts and Science Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering Faculty of Architecture, Landscape & Design

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In the World Rankings Admissions

Academic Requirements Conditional Acceptance

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Academics
Degree Courses Discipline-Specific Courses English Courses

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Campus Life
New College Residence and Community

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Program Summary
Term Dates Program Fees How to Apply

Start your

career through a

university

unique pathway

The International Foundation Program (IFP) is a unique offering that combines conditional acceptance to the University of Toronto with intensive English language instruction and for-credit courses. The IFP is available to academically qualified international students whose English fluency score do not meet the University of Torontos direct entrance requirements. Successful completion of the IFP guarantees admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science, the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering or the Faculty of Architecture, Landscape & Design.

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What are the advantages of the IFP?

Earn a degree from one of the worlds top-ranked universities. Acquire insight into your admission discipline.

The University of Toronto is Canadas most prestigious institute of higher learning and is consistently ranked as one of the top 20 universities in the world.*
Gain admission to the University of Toronto.

IFP students gain valuable insight into their field of interest through lectures, labs and projects in discipline-specific courses taught by Faculty instructors.
Benefit from small class sizes and individual attention.

The IFP is for students who:

Would like to attend the University of Toronto Are international students graduating from high school and have studied in an English curriculum for less than 4 years Have demonstrated superior academic performance at the high school level Meet the University of Torontos academic admission standards, except for the English fluency requirements Meet the IFPs English fluency requirements (see page 10)

By successfully completing the IFP, students whose English language scores fall below the Universitys direct admission requirements can gain admission into the Faculty of Arts & Science, the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering, or the John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, & Design.
Receive credit towards a University of Toronto degree.

Professionally trained language instructors guide students through the academic & discipline-specific courses, tutoring them in all aspects of study.
Join the proud community of successful IFP students.

IFP students perform exceptionally well in their undergraduate studies after completion of the program.
*Source: Times Higher Education, World University Rankings.

During the IFP, students earn one full credit towards their undergraduate degree.

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Toronto, Canada
Downtown Toronto is the best of all worlds. Its multicultural population, which consists of over 100 language groups, makes it one of the most exceptional diverse cities in the world. As the 2nd best city in the world for business, life and innovation*, Toronto attracts the best and brightest who come seeking worldclass business, culture and education. Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, downtown Toronto is home to worldclass theatres, film and music festivals, distinguished art galleries and museums, North Americas third largest stock exchange, trendy shopping districts, world-class restaurants, major professional sports franchises, and vibrant ethnic neighborhoods. With a population of almost 6 million people, Toronto is Canadas largest city and has a reputation as the safest and cleanest major city in North America.
*2011 Report by PricewaterhouseCoopers

With a population of almost 6 million people, Toronto is Canadas largest city and has a reputation as the safest and cleanest major city in North America.

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University of Toronto
Since its founding in 1827, the University of Toronto has established itself as a world class research institute with 17 schools and faculties, 13 teaching hospitals, 19 graduate institutions, and 75 PhD programs. Its accomplished alumni include four Canadian Prime Ministers, four foreign leaders, fourteen Justice of the Supreme Court and six Nobel Prize winners. With an annual enrollment of over 70,000 students, including more than 7,000 international students, the University is Canadas largest educational institution and continues to be the nations leader in higher learning and research.
St. George Campus

The University of Torontos St. George campus is the largest and most urban among its three campuses and is located in the heart of downtown Toronto. The vibrancy of downtown Toronto draws students to the St. George campus from all around the globe and attracts world class professors from every discipline. Since 1827, the historic St. George campus has developed a tradition of academic excellence and achievement and has driven the Universitys aspiration to continue graduating leaders who will make significant contributions to the world.

185 years old 75 PhD programs 19 graduate institutions 17 schools and faculties 13 teaching hospitals 7 undergraduate colleges 3 campuses

Faculties
Arts + Science
The Faculty of Arts & Science is a vibrant intellectual community of students and scholars who are deeply committed to excellence, discovery and diversity. With over 30,000 students from over 140 different countries, the Faculty is the largest in Canada and represents over half of the student population on the Universitys main downtown campus. With 930 of the worlds leading scholars and over 2,300 teaching assistants, course instructors and postdoctoral fellows, the Faculty of Arts & Science is recognized as one of the most comprehensive Faculties in North America.

Applied Science + Engineering

The Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering is a centre of immense inspiration, remarkable innovation and endless possibilities. Internationally recognized for its excellence in engineering education and research, the Faculty is known as a forward-thinking resource to address some of the worlds most pressing concerns. Through the Facultys innovative curriculum that focuses on interactive and collaborative research and design, students become well-rounded, outstanding graduates, and are eligible to become registered Professional Engineers (P.Eng.).

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Architecture, Landscape, + Design

The John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, & Design is a leading authority in the ever-changing fields fueled by globalization and economic, technical and aesthetic formations. With a focus on interdisciplinary training and research on a global scale, the Faculty provides exceptional resources for the aspiring architects, landscape architects, or urban designers. By harnessing the potential of Torontos distinctive multi-ethnic and multicultural society, the Faculty will test students limits and challenge them to rethink design for the 21st century.

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is one of the

The University of Toronto

universities
in the

highest ranked

world.

The 2011-2012 Times Higher Education, World University Rankings placed the University of Toronto as the 1st university in Canada and 19th in the Worlds overall ranking. The University of Toronto is the only Canadian university that scored in the top 25 in all six categories from Engineering & Technology to Arts & Humanities. The only other universities ranked in the top 25 in all six categories are Stanford, Cambridge, Oxford, UC Berkeley, UCLA, and Michigan.

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2011 2012 Times Higher Education, World University Rankings*

*Source: Times Higher Education, World University Rankings 2011-2012

Rank

University Name

Country

1 California Institute of Technology 2 Harvard University 3 Stanford University 4 University of Oxford 5 Princeton University 6 University of Cambridge 7 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 8 Imperial College London 9 University of Chicago 10 University of California Berkeley 11 Yale University 12 Columbia University 13 University of California Los Angeles 14 Johns Hopkins University 15 ETH Zurich Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich 16 University of Pennsylvania 17 University College London 18 University of Michigan 19 University of Toronto 20 Cornell University

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World Universities Ranked by Publication Score*

University of Toronto professors and researchers are among the worlds most highly cited academics publishing more Science and Social Science cited articles than any other public university in North America.
*Source: Academic Rankings of World Universities, SCIE & SSCI Papers 2011

Rank

University Name

Country

1 Harvard University 2 University of Toronto 3 University of Michigan Ann Arbor 4 The University of Tokyo 5 University of Sao Paulo 6 University of California, Los Angeles 7 University of Washington 8 Stanford University 9 University of Oxford 10 University of California, Berkeley 11 University College London 12 Columbia University 13 University of Pennsylvania 14 Seoul National University 15 University of Minnesota, Twin Cities 16 University of British Columbia 17 University of California, San Diego 18 The Johns Hopkins University 19 University of Cambridge 20 University of Wisconsin Madison

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Admissions
Academic Requirements
The basic academic qualifications are identical to those for regular admission to the University of Toronto. The only difference is that the English fluency requirements shown below are lower than normally required. For country specific details on academic requirements, visit the IFP website at
www.ifp.utoronto.ca.

Visit ifp.utoronto.ca for country specific details on academic requirements.

English Fluency Guidelines

To be accepted into the IFP, students English test scores should fall into one of the IFP Admission Ranges listed below*.

Test TOEFL iBT

IFP Admission Range 69-99 (minimum 16 on writing) 523-597 (minimum 4 on TWE) Overall 5.0-6.5 (no band lower than 5.0)

UofT Direct Admission 100 (minimum 22 on writing) 600 (minimum 5 on TWE) Overall 6.5+ (no band lower than 6.0)

TOEFL PBT

IELTS

*Please email foundation.program@utoronto.ca for other acceptable English tests.

Conditional Acceptance
Candidates who are accepted into the International Foundation Program become University of Toronto undergraduate students. In order to proceed further with their undergraduate studies, students must successfully complete the IFP, including the academic degree credit-course, the discipline-specific course, and the English language portion of the program. Throughout the IFP, there is continual assessment so that students are aware of their standing and have the opportunities to improve their performance if they are not meeting expectations.

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Academic Courses
The IFPs innovative format merges undergraduate university courses with intensive English language training and support. Designed for international students who need to improve their English fluency before undertaking the rigors of a full-time undergraduate degree, the IFP develops students skills in genuine academic contexts. The integration of English language learning with a first year university course allows participants to work on the specific skills that they will need as full-time undergraduate students at the University of Toronto.

Degree Courses
During the IFP, students take the courses listed below and earn one full credit towards their undergraduate degree. Detailed course descriptions are available at
www.ifp.utoronto.ca.

Discipline-Specific Courses
IFP students take Discipline-specific courses which correspond with their academic admission offer. The purpose of these courses is to introduce students to the academic requirements of their admitted discipline of study. These courses, taught by instructors from specific university departments, introduce students to the necessary vocabulary, assignment types, and evaluations used in their specific area of study. Students select their Discipline-specific course from a variety of choices:
Critical Thinking in Economics IFP040Y1 Term: Winter Introduction to the Study of Mathematics IFP050Y1 Term: Winter Critical Thinking in Psychology IFP060Y1 Term: Winter Problem Solving in the Sciences IFP070Y1 Term: Winter Engineering Foundations in Mathematics* IFP014Y1 Term: Fall & Winter
*IFP Engineering stream only

Arts & Science

Themes in World History IFP100Y1 Credits: 1.0

Applied Science & Engineering

Engineering Strategies & Practice I & II APS113Y1 Credits: 1.0

Architecture, Landscape, & Design

Themes in World History IFP101Y1 Credits: 1.0

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English Courses
Using readings, lecture content, assignments, and other academic requirements from their degree course, students focus on three broad categories of English language proficiency. Students learn how to interpret information presented through a variety of written and oral mediums; express their own ideas effectively and persuasively; and present ideas in small group and tutorial environments. Students take three English courses:

Academic Skills Development IFP010Y1/IFP011Y1* Term: Fall & Winter Written English Discourse IFP020Y1/IFP012Y1* Term: Fall & Winter Spoken English IFP030Y1/IFP013Y1*

Term: Fall & Winter

*IFP Engineering Stream course codes

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Campus Life
New College is one of the seven undergraduate colleges at the University of Toronto. It offers a wide range of services including academic counseling, orientation to the university, scholarships and bursaries, tutorial assistance and career information. Established in 1962, New College has been committed to the personalized attention to students, placing a high priority on student support services and enhancing their university experience.

The New College community helps you:

Connect with student organizations or take on a leadership role on campus Get involved with the New College Student Council (Every year an IFP representative is elected by the students) Expand your horizons by learning more about the diversity on campus and around the world Discover your artistic or athletic side by visiting an art gallery or joining a U of T intramural league

Residence & Community

Students live in the safe and secure environment of the dormitory style New College residence on the University of Torontos downtown campus. Each student is offered a comfortable and air-conditioned room with high-speed internet access and live side-by-side with first and upper-year students. This unique living arrangement encourages IFP students to form friendships with undergraduate students, while also creating an immersive English language environment. Living in the New College residence is one of the most educational experiences in a students university career and provides students with the unique opportunity to develop skills outside of the classroom. New College encourages an incredibly active community that is always seeking new and innovative opportunities to reach out and get students involved. Students living in the New College residence will be fully immersed in the university community, have full access to the university resources, get involved and gain valuable teamwork and leadership skills while living in downtown Toronto. The additional support gives students an academic advantage.

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Program Summary
Program Dates How to Apply
IFP applicants must apply online though the Ontario University Application Centre (OUAC) at ouac.on.ca. For more details about how to apply, visit the IFP website at ifp.utoronto.ca. If applicants have any questions about the application process, they should email foundation.program@utoronto.ca.

September 2013 to April 2014

Program Fees
Tuition:

cad $29,450 to $31,028

Includes:

1 Degree Course 1 Discipline-Specific Course 3 English Courses Health Insurance U of T Incidental Fees Athletic Centre Membership

Residence + Meal Plan:

cad $12,000*
*Approximate amount. Exact prices available April 2013

Includes:

Room in New College Residence Meal Plan at New College Dining Hall

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Ready to Apply?
Go to ifp.utoronto.ca for more information and get started.

University of Toronto, New College 300 Huron Street, Toronto, ON M5S 3J6 Tel +1.416.946.5146 l Fax +1.416.946.8050 foundation.program@utoronto.ca