How can high school students with no French foundation successfully study abroad in Quebec?

by dingyi947279 on 2012-02-21 17:14:39

For students in China with no French foundation who wish to study at the University of Quebec in Canada, the Quebec Study Abroad Network experts have pointed out a way forward. If a student is about to graduate from high school, has good academic performance over the past three years, and also has decent language skills but lacks French test scores, then entering the University of Quebec through a dual admission program can be a good choice. The essence of dual admission is to create a green channel for students with excellent academic performance but slightly weaker language scores to enter the University of Quebec in Canada. Compared to preparatory programs, the advantage of dual admission is that it takes less time; if a student's French is good enough, they can potentially enter the University of Quebec in as little as three months or even less, whereas preparatory programs require eight months.

However, for students whose high school grades are in the middle or lower range, it is more advisable to take university preparatory courses. With such grades, it would be difficult to directly apply to prestigious universities in Quebec, but after entering the preparatory program, applying to these prestigious schools becomes possible. This is because preparatory courses are more flexible, allowing students to choose subjects based on their interests, such as music or drama, and use those course results to apply to universities in Quebec. As the saying goes, interest is the best teacher. Many students who were average performers academically in China have successfully entered prestigious universities in Quebec through preparatory programs due to the first-class education provided and the courses that sparked their interest.

Additionally, compared to dual admission, preparatory programs can better ease students into university life, reducing the chances of falling behind or even being eliminated once they start university. Preparatory programs not only teach language skills but also give students the opportunity to explore some university-level courses based on their interests. For example, students interested in business can choose courses like calculus and economics during the preparatory stage, which clearly helps them select suitable majors and lays a solid foundation for advancing to the University of Quebec.

The probability of students with mid-range academic performance entering prestigious universities in Quebec through preparatory programs is higher than through dual admission. Meanwhile, the number of top-performing students choosing dual admission to enter prestigious universities in Quebec is greater than those applying through preparatory programs. Choosing an appropriate study abroad method is crucial for successful enrollment at the University of Quebec.

For free consultations regarding studying in Quebec, please contact: 4006 170 158 QQ: 382596431. Canadian Quebec Study Abroad QQ Group: 184207130