University of The Fraser Valley

- Location: Abbottsford, BC
- History of Institution:
University of the Fraser Valley founded as Fraser Valley College (FVC) in Chilliwack in 1974.
FVC establishes permanent campus in Abbotsford in 1983. FVC gains university-college status and becomes University College of the Fraser Valley (UCFV) in 1991. UCFV becomes the University of the Fraser Valley in 2008.
A fully accredited public university located in beautiful Abbotsford, British Columbia, the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is recognized internationally for teaching quality, student success, and an excellent learning environment. With over 15,000 students studying from around the world, UFV offers you learning opportunities that will ensure you are job-ready and equipped to make an impact when you graduate.
UFV is large enough to offer variety, and yet our small class sizes allow students to get to know their instructors and learn in a hands-on environment. We offer more than 100 programs, including two master’s degrees, 17 bachelor’s degrees, majors, minors, and extended minors in more than 30 subject areas. The strong Cooperative (Co-op) Education program offers students in several disciplines the option of completing a diploma or degree that incorporates paid work experience in their fields.
Campuses location: campuses and locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, and Hope, and a growing presence in Chandigarh, India.
- Department and Programs Offer:
COLLEGE OF ARTS
(includes the Faculty of Humanities and the Faculty of Social Sciences)CERTIFICATES
Early Modern Studies
India Canada Studies
Indigenous Maps, Films, Rights, and Land Claims
Language Proficiency
Media Literacy
Mennonite StudiesDIPLOMAS
Criminal Justice
General Studies
Graphic and Digital Design
Liberal Arts
Theatre Arts
Visual Arts
Associate of ArtsDEGREES
Associate degree in Arts
Associate degree in Arts: International and Development Studies
Associate degree in Arts: Media and Communication Studies
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Environmental Studies
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Integrated Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Global Development Studies
Bachelor of Media ArtsFACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
DEGREES
Bachelor of KinesiologyFACULTY OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
CERTIFICATES
Accounting
Administration
Community Support Worker
Computer Information Systems
Data Analysis Post-Baccalaureate
Early Childhood Education
Health and Human Services
Integrated Learning Design
Library Technician Post-diploma certificate
Marketing and Sales
Teaching English as a Second Language
Workplace EducationDIPLOMAS
Aboriginal Culture and Language Support
Business Administration
Computer Information Systems
Early Childhood Education
Library and Information Technology
Social ServicesDEGREES
Bachelor of Arts in Adult Education
Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration in Aviation
Bachelor of Computer Information Systems
Bachelor of Social Work
Master of Arts (Criminal Justice) Degree
Master of Social WorkFACULTY OF SCIENCE
DEGREES
Bachelor of Agriculture Science
Bachelor of Science
Associate of ScienceFACULTY OF APPLIED AND TECHNICAL STUDIES
CERTIFICATES
Berry Production Essentials
Current Agriculture Practices
Electronics Common Core
Field Vegetable Production Essentials
Horticulture Crop Production and Protection
Integrated Pest Management Essentials
Livestock ProductionDIPLOMAS
Automation and Robotics
Digital Manufacturing
Engineering Physics in Mechatronics
Agriculture TechnologyTRANSFER PROGRAMS
Engineering Transfer - Population: 15,840
- International Population: 2,289 (14.4%)
- Accommodation:
UFV Baker House is much more than just a place to live – it’s the best way to get a complete university experience. Living on campus means small communities of students living, working, studying, and socializing together. Feel supported as you develop skills, gain information, and access many of the resources on the UFV campus.