Academic Upgrading Pre-Grade 10 Skills
Overview
Improve your pre-Grade 10 reading, writing, math, computer, and career exploration skills. Join our small supportive classes or flexible self-paced sessions. For students aged 16 and older.
| Tuition | Free |
|---|---|
| Credential | For Credit |
| Length | Varies |
| Hours | Part- or Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based and Self-paced |
| Campus | Broadway |
What to expect
- New ABE Fundamentals English students begin in ENGL 0300: Topics in Fundamental English. New ABE Fundamentals Math students begin in MATH 0300: Topics in Fundamental Math. These courses include skills refreshers, academic goal setting, and referral to appropriate follow-up courses.
- After completing our program, students may wish to enroll in Grade 10 courses in the College and Career Access Department or College Foundations Department.
| Subject | Instruction Mode | Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| Math | Self-paced with one-to-one support from an instructor | online and in person |
| English | Small group setting | online and in person |
| Computer | Self-paced with one-to-one support from an instructor | in-person only |
Admission requirements
Program-specific
Students applying to ABE Fundamentals courses must be:- able to understand and comfortably speak English
- a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- age 16 or older
Learn more about VCC's academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.
Recommended considerations
ABE Fundamentals courses are suitable for students who:- are able to work co-operatively in a group or independently in a self-paced classroom
- have not completed Grade 10 or were streamed into an Evergreen certificate
Program availability
Winter 2027 |
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|---|---|
| Program start date | (Continuous) |
| Status | Open |
| Application opens | Jul 1, 2026 |
| Application deadline | Apr 1, 2027 |
Spring/Summer 2027 |
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| Program start date | (Continuous) |
| Status | Open |
| Application opens | Nov 1, 2026 |
| Application deadline | Aug 1, 2027 |
Fall 2027 |
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| Program start date | (Continuous) |
| Status | Open |
| Application opens | Mar 1, 2027 |
| Application deadline | Dec 1, 2027 |
Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 0300 | Topics in Fundamental English | 0 |
| ENGL 0611 | Fundamentals of English 1A | 0 |
| ENGL 0612 | Fundamentals of English 1B | 0 |
| ENGL 0613 | Fundamentals of English 1C | 0 |
| ENGL 0621 | Fundamentals of English 2A | 0 |
| ENGL 0622 | Fundamentals of English 2B | 0 |
| ENGL 0623 | Fundamentals of English 2C | 0 |
| ENGL 0631 | Fundamentals of English 3A | 0 |
| ENGL 0632 | Fundamentals of English 3B | 0 |
| ENGL 0633 | Fundamentals of English 3C | 0 |
| ENGL 0641 | Fundamentals of English 4A | 0 |
| ENGL 0642 | Fundamentals of English 4B | 0 |
| ENGL 0643 | Fundamentals of English 4C | 0 |
| ENGL 0651 | Fundamentals of English 5A | 0 |
| ENGL 0652 | Fundamentals of English 5B | 0 |
| ENGL 0653 | Fundamentals of English 5C | 0 |
| ENGL 0661 | Fundamentals of English 6A | 0 |
| ENGL 0662 | Fundamentals of English 6B | 0 |
| ENGL 0663 | Fundamentals of English 6C | 0 |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMP 0300 | Introduction to Online Learning in Basic Education | 0 |
| COMP 0311 | Computer Literacy Level 1 | 0 |
| COMP 0312 | Computer Literacy Level 2 | 0 |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CLFE 0311 | Career Literacy Foundations | 0 |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 0300 | Topics in Fundamental Mathematics | 0 |
| MATH 0610 | Fundamentals of Mathematics 1A | 0 |
| MATH 0615 | Fundamentals of Mathematics 1B | 0 |
| MATH 0620 | Fundamentals of Mathematics 2A | 0 |
| MATH 0625 | Fundamentals of Mathematics 2B | 0 |
| MATH 0630 | Fundamentals of Mathematics 3A | 0 |
| MATH 0635 | Fundamentals of Mathematics 3B | 0 |
| MATH 0640 | Fundamentals of Mathematics 4A | 0 |
| MATH 0645 | Fundamentals of Mathematics 4B | 0 |
| MATH 0650 | Fundamentals of Mathematics 5A | 0 |
| MATH 0655 | Fundamentals of Mathematics 5B | 0 |
| MATH 0660 | Fundamentals of Mathematics 6A | 0 |
| MATH 0665 | Fundamentals of Mathematics 6B | 0 |
This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and costs
| Tuition | Free | |
|---|---|---|
| Student union | $72 | |
| College initiative | $9 | |
| Campus resource | $10 | |
| U-Pass | $188 | Get your student transit pass |
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit.
Refund policies vary for domestic and international students. Review the applicable policy for eligibility, deadlines, and refund amounts.
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Technical requirement
How to apply
Please contact the Adult Basic Education (ABE) Fundamentals department to discuss your options and get permission to register.
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You will be directed to EducationPlannerBC.
Fill out a PDF form and mail to:
VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
International students
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Contact us
Program information
For questions about Academic Upgrading Pre-Grade 10 courses, email our Adult Basic Education (ABE) Fundamentals department at [email protected].
Note: The ABE Fundamentals office is closed every year from July 1 to August 31.
Not sure where to start? Visit the Upgrading Hub.
Location: Broadway campus, building A, floor 3, room 3656
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 604.871.7697
Advising services
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: [email protected]
Advising services for International students
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