Payment Deadline for Semester 1 Courses: Thursday October 29, 2026
Payment Deadline for Semester 2 Courses: Thursday February 25, 2027
ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) Information
The Advanced Placement (AP) program provides students with the opportunity to experience university/college-level coursework while still in high school. AP courses are comparable in content and challenge to introductory university courses and encourage students to develop advanced knowledge, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Students may demonstrate their learning by writing the AP Exam in May. Students who achieve qualifying scores (typically 4 or 5 on a 5-point scale, though some institutions accept a 3) may earn university credit and/or advanced placement at many post-secondary institutions worldwide. This can provide greater flexibility in course selection and may reduce future tuition costs.
Benefits of AP Courses
Enrichment – AP courses allow students to explore subjects in greater depth through meaningful discussion, analysis, and independent thinking alongside other motivated learners.
University Preparation – The academic rigor of AP courses helps students develop the study skills, independence, and confidence needed for success in post-secondary studies.
Flexibility – AP Exam results may allow students to receive credit for equivalent first-year university courses, creating greater flexibility in their degree programs.
International Recognition – AP Exam scores are recognized by universities around the world for credit, advanced placement, and/or admission consideration.
AP at Burnaby Mountain
Burnaby Mountain Secondary offers one of the largest AP programs in Canada. Our students consistently achieve strong results on AP Exams, reflecting the dedication of our students, teachers, and school community. Each year, our AP program continues to grow, providing students with opportunities to challenge themselves and prepare for future success.
Writing AP Examinations
Students enrolled in AP courses are encouraged to write the external AP Exam in May. There is no fee for taking an AP course; however, students who choose to write an AP Exam must pay the College Board examination fee.
Completion of an AP course is recognized on the official B.C. Ministry of Education Transcript, whether or not a student writes the AP Exam. Students who wish to earn university credit or advanced placement must write the AP Exam and submit their results to their chosen post-secondary institution.
Please note: AP exams at Burnaby Mountain Secondary are only available to students who are enrolled in AP courses offered at Burnaby Mountain. This is a Burnaby School District policy.
AP Courses Offered at Burnaby Mountain:
| Science | Mathematics |
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AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Physics 1 |
AP Precalculus AP Calculus AB AP Statistics |
| Fine Arts | Computer Science |
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· AP Music Theory
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AP Computer Science A AP Computer Science Principles |
| Social Sciences | Languages |
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AP Psychology AP Human Geography AP Macro- and Micro- Economics |
AP Chinese and Culture AP French AP English Literature and Composition |
More Information:
Students are responsible for checking their AP Student Team regularly for important updates, deadlines, and announcements.
For more information on Advanced Placement in Canada, visit www.ap.ca. For information about AP credits at various post- secondary institutions in BC, visit www.bccat.bc.ca.
For additional information about AP courses at Burnaby Mountain, contact Ms. T. Belyea or Mr. A. Hsueh at 604-296-6870 or Tammy.Belyea@burnabyschools.ca or Alan.Hsueh@burnabyschools.ca
