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A Formalized Partnership

VEGA Academy is affiliated with International Business University (IBU), an independent, not-for-profit university in Toronto. Certain VEGA Academy Grade 12 courses carry dual transfer credit with IBU, so students earn both an OSSD credit and an IBU first-year credit in the same course.

DUAL CREDIT

Dual Credit
Courses

Six Grade 12 courses at VEGA Academy carry dual transfer credit with IBU. Courses include: BOH4M, BBB4M, BAT4M, HZT4U, CIA4U, CLN4U.

ENG4U

English

Grade 12 • University Preparation

This course emphasizes the consolidation of the literacy, communication, and critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic and daily life. Students will analyze challenging literary texts from different periods, countries, and cultures; interpret and evaluate informational and graphic texts; and create oral, written, and media texts. An important focus will be on using academic language coherently and confidently, selecting the reading strategies best suited to particular texts and developing greater control in writing. Students finish the course ready for university, college, or the workplace.

MHF4U

Advanced Functions

Grade 12 • University Preparation

This course extends students' experience with functions. They investigate polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, build techniques for combining functions, and deepen their grasp of rates of change. This course is built for students taking Calculus and Vectors or strengthening their mathematics background ahead of university.

MCV4U

Calculus and Vectors

Grade 12 • University Preparation

This course builds on students’ previous experience with functions and their understanding of rates of change. Students will solve problems involving vectors and three-dimensional geometry, study derivatives of several function types, and apply calculus concepts to physics, engineering, and business scenarios. This course fits students heading into science, engineering, economics, or business programs at university.

MDM4U

Mathematics of Data Management

Grade 12 • University Preparation

This course broadens students’ understanding of mathematics as it relates to managing data. Students will organize and analyze data sets, solve probability and statistics problems, and complete a culminating statistical investigation. The course is especially valuable for students planning to study business, social sciences, or the humanities.

SPH4U

Physics

Grade 12 • University Preparation

Students build a deeper understanding of physics concepts and theories in this course. Students will study energy transformations, forces, electrical, gravitational and magnetic fields, electromagnetic radiation, quantum mechanics, and special relativity. They also gain scientific investigation skills and look at how physics-based technology affects society and the environment.

SCH4U

Chemistry

Grade 12 • University Preparation

Chemistry students cover organic chemistry, matter, energy changes, equilibrium, and electrochemistry in depth. Students will strengthen their problem-solving and investigation skills while developing their ability to communicate scientific information. Throughout, the course connects these topics to chemistry's role in daily life and its environmental effects.

CIA4U

Analyzing Current Economic Issues

Grade 12 • University Preparation

This course examines current Canadian and international economic issues, developments, policies, and practices, drawing on Canadian, American, and international viewpoints. Students will investigate globalization, trade, inequality, regulation, public spending, sustainability, and economic growth, then apply economic thinking and inquiry to back up their own position on each issue.

BBB4M

International Business Fundamentals

Grade 12 • University/College Preparation

This course looks at how international business and trade function in the global economy. Students will study marketing, distribution, and international business management strategies, along with what drives success in global markets. The course prepares students for postsecondary business programs.

BOH4M

Business Leadership: Management Fundamentals

Grade 12 • University/College Preparation

This course covers the leadership skills involved in running a business. Students will examine decision_ making, workplace conflict, employee motivation, planning, communication, ethics, and social responsibility.

BAT4M

Financial Accounting Principles

Grade 12 • University/College Preparation

This course teaches advanced accounting principles, preparing students for postsecondary business studies. Students will learn financial statements, business financing, accounting for assets, and accounting procedures for partnerships and corporations.

HZT4U

Philosophy: Questions and Theories

Grade 12 • University Preparation

Philosophical reasoning and the major branches of philosophy form the core of this course. Students will develop critical thinking, argument analysis, and research skills while exploring areas such as ethics, metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of science, social and political philosophy, and aesthetics.

CLN4U

Canadian and International Law

Grade 12 • University Preparation

This course trains students on contemporary legal issues in both Canadian and international law. Students will study human rights, conflict resolution, criminal, environmental, and workplace law, building legal reasoning skills and applying legal inquiry to Canadian and international contexts.

Who Is Eligible

Dual transfer credits are available to all Grade 12 students enrolled in the VEGA Academy Day School program. Students must meet the Principal’s approval threshold.

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