Canada’s Pacific province: Victoria on Vancouver Island, and Metro Vancouver with Burnaby, Surrey and downtown Vancouver. Mild winters by Canadian standards, mountains and ocean, and the highest rents in the country around Vancouver.
University of Victoria
Victoria, British Columbia · Direct bachelor’s and master’s admission, pathway and English, through Kaplan International Pathways
A public research university on Vancouver Island with a large co-op programme. Kaplan International Pathways is UVic’s application partner; UVic teaches every programme below and awards the degrees.
- Applications
- Through Kaplan International Pathways. Kaplan states that UVic application fees are waived when you apply through Kaplan.
- Study permit
- UVic is a public university: master’s students need no attestation letter (applications from 1 January 2026); bachelor’s and pathway students need a British Columbia attestation letter after paying the deposit.
Scholarships: UVic International Entrance Scholarship: CAD 15,000 once, considered automatically for first-year bachelor’s entrants with an A- average (2027/28). UVic’s course-based master’s are self-funded.
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Master of Engineering (course-based)
Professional master’s with a capstone project and no thesis, in UVic’s Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science, most with optional paid co-op terms.
- Tuition
- Full programme, 2026/27 rates (2027/28 not yet published):
Applied Data Science CAD 42,501 · Building Envelopes and Structures CAD 41,616 · Biomedical Systems CAD 34,447 · Telecommunications and Information Security CAD 33,608 · Industrial Ecology CAD 28,154 - Duration
- 1 year (Biomedical Systems 12–16 months), plus optional co-op terms
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no section below 6.0); TOEFL, PTE 65 and CAEL 70 also accepted. Without a test, UVic’s University Admission Preparation passed at 80% may be accepted
- Intakes
- September; January (except Industrial Ecology)
- Application deadlines
- September 2027: 30 April 2027. January 2028: 31 August 2027. January 2027 is closed
- Other costs
- Acceptance deposit CAD 2,000, credited to tuition
- Academic entry
- Four-year bachelor’s in engineering, computer science or a related field with at least a B average in the last two years; Applied Data Science and Telecommunications normally first-class standing; Industrial Ecology B+
Master of Global Business (MGB)
A pre-experience business master’s at the Gustavson School of Business, studied in up to four locations, with a mandatory global internship of two to eight months.
- Tuition
- CAD 60,467 for four terms, including the programme fee (2026/27); travel and living costs abroad are extra
- Duration
- 12–16 months (normally 16)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no section below 6.0)
- Intakes
- September (apply by 30 April 2027); January (apply by 1 August 2027 for January 2028)
- Academic entry
- Bachelor’s with a B average in the last two years and five prerequisite courses (finance, international business, accounting, marketing, organisational behaviour) at B- or better; CV, statement, video and references
- Work after graduation
- Time studied outside Canada is deducted from the length of a post-graduation work permit.
Master in Management (MM)
A pre-experience management master’s with a capstone, in Business Analytics, Software Projects, Sustainable Finance or General Business; delivered on campus and online, with an optional work term.
- Tuition
- CAD 41,403 for three terms, including the programme fee (2026/27)
- Duration
- 12–16 months
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no section below 6.0)
- Intakes
- September (apply by 15 April 2027); January (apply by 15 July 2027 for January 2028)
- Academic entry
- Bachelor’s with a B average in the last two years; Business Analytics and Software Projects need a computing or software engineering degree
Direct-entry bachelor’s degree
Direct admission to year 1 of a UVic bachelor’s, or to year 2 or 3 as a transfer student with at least 24 transferable credits.
- Tuition
- About CAD 37,575 a year for most programmes, CAD 41,900 for Business and CAD 46,000 for Engineering and Computer Science (2026/27, about 15 units). For May 2027 entry Kaplan quotes CAD 39,078 (most programmes), CAD 47,826 (Computer Science) and CAD 49,661 (Engineering)
- Duration
- 4 years
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no component below 6.0); Duolingo 120; TOEFL, PTE and CAEL also accepted. Conditional admission with IELTS 6.0 or by taking UVic’s University Admission Preparation
- Intakes
- September (apply by 31 January 2027); January (most faculties, apply by 30 September); May (apply by 31 March; Engineering by 31 December)
- Other costs
- Acceptance deposit CAD 5,000; temporary medical insurance CAD 265 in the first term; student health and dental plan, bus pass and athletics fees each term
- Academic entry
- Kazakhstan: certificate of secondary education with above-average UNT results. Uzbekistan: Attestat (grade 11). Romania: Diploma de Bacalaureat. Computer Science adds senior mathematics and science
- Co-op and work
- Co-op work terms in most programmes; Kaplan reports that 71% of eligible UVic undergraduates take part (up to 16 months of paid work)
UVic University Pathway Program
One year at UVic combining seven first-year degree courses with academic English (ELPI 500 and 600), run by UVic’s English Language Centre.
- Tuition
- CAD 46,426 including health and dental cover, a 12-month bus pass and gym; homestay CAD 15,795 extra (UVic English Language Centre)
- Duration
- 1 year (7 September 2027 – 25 August 2028)
- English
- IELTS Academic 5.5 (no section below 5.0)
- Intakes
- September
- Leads to
- Year 2 of a UVic bachelor’s in social sciences, science, engineering and computer science, or business
- Academic entry
- UVic’s academic requirements for your chosen degree
- Progression
- Pass ELPI 600 and meet the degree’s requirements
University Admission Preparation (UAP) and Intensive English (ELPI)
UVic English Language Centre programmes. UAP passed at the required level meets UVic’s English requirement (80% for graduate programmes); ELPI builds up to UAP or the Pathway.
- Tuition
- CAD 4,680 per 12-week session, plus application and student services fees (2026/27)
- Duration
- 12 weeks per session (ELPI also 10 weeks in summer)
- English
- UAP: IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each skill). ELPI: from upper-beginner level
- Intakes
- 4 January, 5 April and 7 September 2027
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby (Metro Vancouver), British Columbia · University pathway through Fraser International College (Navitas)
A public research university in Metro Vancouver. Fraser International College (FIC), on SFU’s Burnaby campus, teaches the first stage; the degree is awarded by Simon Fraser University.
- Taught by
- Fraser International College, then Simon Fraser University from year 2
- Study permit
- Since 1 October 2026 FIC applicants who pay the deposit receive a letter of acceptance and an attestation letter issued by SFU for the joint programme, under SFU’s designated learning institution (DLI) number, so one study permit covers FIC and SFU (Navitas notice, 13 October 2026). The Associate of Arts stays under FIC’s own number. The DLI number on your letter of acceptance is what counts.
Scholarships: FIC Future Leader Scholarship of up to CAD 5,000 for new students starting an FIC programme in 2027 (competitive: application, academic results and goals; possible interview). Navitas Family Bursary: 10% of tuition for a second family member at a Navitas college.
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FIC Pathway: Foundation Entry
A two-term pre-university programme (formerly University Transfer Program Stage I) that prepares you for Year One Entry.
- Tuition
- CAD 28,967 for the programme (2026/27); CAD 30,126 (2027/28)
- Duration
- 2 terms, then Year One Entry (3 terms)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (Reading and Writing 6.0); 5.5 with an integrated English term; 5.0 with a Cornerstone term (extra fee)
- Intakes
- January, May, September
- Leads to
- FIC Year One Entry, then year 2 of an SFU bachelor’s
- Academic entry
- Year 11 or equivalent; from Kazakhstan, Atestat with a 3.5 average
- Progression
- At least 8 courses with a GPA of 2.5
FIC Pathway: Year One Entry
The first year of an SFU degree taught at FIC (formerly University Transfer Program Stage II); credits transfer to SFU.
- Tuition
- CAD 39,162 for 30 credits (2026/27); CAD 40,729 (2027/28). An Academic Literacy course (CAD 1,958) is added unless you are exempt
- Duration
- 3 terms (4 with a Cornerstone term), then about three years at SFU
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (Reading and Writing 6.0, others 5.5); lower scores with an integrated or Cornerstone term
- Intakes
- January, May, September
- Leads to
- Year 2 of an SFU bachelor’s degree
- Academic entry
- Year 12 or equivalent; from Kazakhstan, Atestat average 4.0 for business and arts, 4.5 with mathematics and sciences for engineering and science
- Progression
- 10 courses (30 credits) with C- or better and the programme’s grade average (2.5 for arts, environment and health; 2.75 for science; higher for business, computing and engineering)
- Co-op and work
- SFU Engineering Science degrees include three paid co-op terms
Associate of Arts Degree (FIC)
A two-year, 60-credit FIC credential in the arts and social sciences that can transfer into year 3 of a related SFU or other British Columbia degree.
- Tuition
- CAD 39,162 per 30 credits (2026/27); CAD 40,729 (2027/28)
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- January, May, September
- Academic entry
- From Kazakhstan, Atestat with a 3.75 average
- Work after graduation
- FIC states that the Associate of Arts does not qualify for a post-graduation work permit.
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Surrey, Richmond and Langley (Metro Vancouver), British Columbia · Direct application
A public polytechnic university in Metro Vancouver offering bachelor’s degrees, diplomas, certificates and post-baccalaureate diplomas, with small classes and co-op in many programmes.
- Study permit
- All KPU students need a British Columbia attestation letter. For a diploma, certificate or post-baccalaureate diploma, a post-graduation work permit needs an eligible field of study: KPU flags each programme, and we check it before you apply.
Scholarships: KPU entrance scholarships are competitive (application with personal statement and references); international eligibility for each round is confirmed by KPU. Ask us before the application window.
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Bachelor’s degrees
Four-year degrees in business, arts, science, design and technology; some are limited-intake programmes with extra requirements.
- Tuition
- CAD 808.67 per credit including university fees (1 September 2026 – 31 August 2027); a full-time year of 18–30 credits is about CAD 16,400–26,400
- Duration
- 4 years (120 credits or more)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.0 in each band); Duolingo 110; TOEFL, PTE 61 and CAEL also accepted. Below this, the KPU English Pathway
- Intakes
- January, May and September (by programme)
- Application deadlines
- May 2027: 1 December 2026 (limited intake) or 1 March 2027. September 2027: 1 March 2027 (limited intake) or 1 July 2027
- Other costs
- Application fee CAD 120; confirmation deposit CAD 5,000 (refunded only if the study permit is refused or the intake is cancelled); student association, health plan and U-Pass fees
- Academic entry
- Secondary school graduation; limited-intake programmes have extra requirements
- Co-op and work
- Optional co-op in many programmes (full-time work terms of at least 420 hours)
Post-baccalaureate diplomas
Two-year professional diplomas at the Melville School of Business for students who already hold a bachelor’s degree. Not a master’s degree.
- Tuition
- CAD 808.67 per credit including university fees (2026/27)
- Duration
- 2 years
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.0 in each band)
- Intakes
- January, May, September (by programme; limited intake)
- Academic entry
- A recognised bachelor’s degree (Human Resources Management: GPA 2.33 or higher)
- Work after graduation
- On KPU’s programme sheet only Operations and Supply Chain Management is flagged as an eligible field for a post-graduation work permit; the others are not.
Diplomas and certificates
One- and two-year career programmes, many of which ladder into KPU degrees.
- Tuition
- CAD 808.67 per credit including university fees (2026/27)
- Duration
- 1–2 years
- Work after graduation
- Only programmes in an eligible field of study lead to a post-graduation work permit: the examples above are flagged eligible by KPU, while business, marketing and most associate degree programmes are not.
KPU Pathway to Undergraduate Studies
English courses (up to three levels) combined with up to 12 undergraduate credits, leading into more than 80 KPU programmes without a separate IELTS.
- Tuition
- CAD 447.55 per credit for English courses (2026/27)
- Duration
- Four months per level
- English
- Level 1 from IELTS 4.5 (4.0 in each band); Level 2 from IELTS 5.5
- Intakes
- May and September 2027
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University Canada West
Downtown Vancouver, British Columbia · Private university · Direct application
A private, degree-granting business university in downtown Vancouver (part of Global University Systems), with four intakes a year.
- How you study
- Programmes run in UCW’s hybrid mode: in-person classes combined with online guided learning. For a post-graduation work permit at least half of the programme must be studied in class in Canada, so we confirm the in-person share for your intake in writing.
- Study permit
- UCW is a private institution: every student, including MBA students, needs a British Columbia attestation letter. IRCC lists the MBA, the Bachelor of Commerce and the BA in Business Communication among UCW’s programmes that can lead to a post-graduation work permit.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA)
A two-year MBA with specialisations and a consulting, practicum or venture capstone.
- Tuition
- CAD 48,390 for the programme at 2027 rates (15 courses at CAD 3,226)
- Duration
- 2 years (15 courses)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (Writing 6.0); Duolingo 115; PTE 61; TOEFL iBT 88
- Intakes
- Four terms a year: Winter (January), Spring (April), Summer and Fall
- Other costs
- Tuition deposit CAD 8,800 (application fee CAD 150 deducted from it); per-course and health insurance fees
- Academic entry
- Bachelor’s with a grade average of 3.00 out of 4.33, plus one of: a GMAT or GRE score, a professional designation, a bachelor’s in business or a STEM field, or three years of professional experience
Scholarship: UCW Regional Grant of CAD 13,390 for international MBA students starting in the Winter, Spring or Summer 2027 terms (at admission, spread over the programme, subject to UCW’s rules for your nationality); Community Impact Grant of CAD 3,000 for volunteering (deposit by 30 November 2026 for the Winter or Spring 2027 term)
Bachelor of Commerce and BA in Business Communication
Four-year business degrees with career-preparation courses and a capstone project.
- Tuition
- CAD 93,440 for the degree at 2027 rates (40 courses at CAD 2,336)
- Duration
- 4 years (40 courses)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (Writing 6.0); Duolingo 110; PTE 61
- Intakes
- Four terms a year: Winter (January), Spring (April), Summer and Fall
- Other costs
- Tuition deposit CAD 8,800; per-course and health insurance fees
- Academic entry
- Equivalent of the British Columbia grade 12 diploma with an overall C average
Scholarship: Community Impact Grant of CAD 14,000 for volunteering, for students starting in the Winter or Spring 2027 term who pay the deposit by 30 November 2026
The University of British Columbia, Okanagan campus
Kelowna, British Columbia · Direct application
UBC’s Okanagan campus in Kelowna: a UBC degree on a smaller campus by Okanagan Lake, with research, co-op and a strong engineering, management and data science offer.
- Campus
- Okanagan campus, Kelowna. MultiPath applies to this campus and the programmes below; UBC’s Vancouver campus is not included.
- Study permit
- UBC is a public university: master’s students need no attestation letter (applications from 1 January 2026); bachelor’s students need a British Columbia attestation letter.
Scholarships: Undergraduate: UBC International Major Entrance Scholarship and Outstanding International Student Award, CAD 10,000–25,000 (competitive, considered with your application by 15 January 2027); UBC Okanagan Global Elevation Award CAD 8,000 a year for every new international undergraduate; International Welcome Award CAD 5,000 in first year; BCom International Launch Award CAD 6,000 a year.
Course-based master’s are normally self-funded.
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Undergraduate degrees
Direct admission to year 1 of a UBC bachelor’s at the Okanagan campus.
- Tuition
- Per credit for students starting from 2026; a 30-credit year is about CAD 51,500 (Arts), 53,100 (Science), 53,700 (Engineering) and 66,700 (Commerce), 2026/27 rates; 2027/28 rates are not yet published
- Duration
- 4 years (dual degree 4.5 years)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no part below 6.0); Duolingo 125; TOEFL, PTE 65 and CAEL also accepted. Below this, conditional admission through the English Foundation Program (from IELTS 5.0)
- Intakes
- September 2027 (some programmes also May)
- Application deadlines
- 15 January 2027; International Scholars Program 15 November 2026
- Academic entry
- University-preparatory secondary school with strong results; from Kazakhstan, the Attestat (UBC has asked for an average around 4 of 5 in past years), plus programme prerequisites
- Co-op and work
- Optional co-op in most faculties, based on grades and suitability
Master of Engineering (MEng), UBC Okanagan
A course-based master’s in Civil, Electrical (including a computer focus) or Mechanical Engineering, with an optional internship stream.
- Tuition
- CAD 27,419 for the minimum three instalments (2026 entry rate; the 2027 rate is not yet published)
- Duration
- 12 months; 16–24 months with the internship stream
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0); Duolingo 125
- Intakes
- September; January
- Application deadlines
- September 2027: 26 February 2027 for international applicants
- Academic entry
- Four-year bachelor’s in engineering or a related field with a B+ average (about 76% at UBC) in the last two years
- Co-op and work
- Internships of 4, 8 or 12 months after the coursework, through UBC Applied Science Co-op (competitive)
Master of Management (MM), UBC Okanagan
A 12-month, full-time management master’s for graduates of any discipline, ending with an applied project.
- Tuition
- CAD 58,588 for the programme (2026 entry rate); acceptance deposit CAD 1,000
- Duration
- 12 months
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
- Intakes
- May, September, January
- Application deadlines
- May 2027: 15 December 2026. September 2027: 15 March 2027. January 2028: 15 July 2027
- Academic entry
- Four-year bachelor’s in any discipline with at least 76% in upper-level courses (competitive)
Master of Data Science (MDS Okanagan)
A ten-month professional master’s in programming, machine learning, statistics and visualisation, with a capstone project with an external partner. Cohort of about 60.
- Tuition
- CAD 59,768 for the programme (2026 entry rate)
- Duration
- 10 months
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
- Intakes
- September 2027
- Application deadlines
- 31 January 2027
- Academic entry
- Four-year bachelor’s with a B+ average in the last two years; programme prerequisites apply
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