Overview
Welcome to the Business & Media Study Abroad program at BCIT! Are you an international student from outside of Canada looking to gain an international experience while you study? Study abroad and enjoy a life-changing experience on Canada’s West Coast!
Through the Business & Media Study Abroad program, you can study in Vancouver, Canada for 1 or 2 terms while taking 4 courses per term. At the BCIT School of Business + Media you’ll put theory into practice, learn from industry professionals, be part of a vibrant student community and live in one of the best cities in the world.
Fall 2021 delivery mode: in person
- This program will be delivered in person for the fall semester.
- We have put measures in place for your safety and well-being, ensuring that all safety protocols are addressed. Please see the BCIT COVID-19 page for details on the procedures that have been implemented.
Your education is our priority and we will continue to deliver the applied instruction, collaborative experience, and industry connections that you expect from BCIT.
Study Abroad students can take up to four courses per term from all of our different business and media programs. You are able to choose from more than 300 courses from our 100+ programs at BCIT Business + Media allowing you to build a customized curriculum that is tailored specifically to your goals.
For more information, check out our program video below, read the stories of previous study abroad students, discover the top reasons to study business at BCIT or contact us at studyhere@bcit.ca with any questions.
Entrance Requirements
COVID-19 Notice to Applicants
Application processing
This program is open to applications:
- January intake: August 1st* – October 15th*
- April intake: October 1st* – January 15th*
- September intake: October 1st*– June 15th*
* or next business day
Applications are considered for a specific intake.
Entrance requirements
Applicants must meet all entrance requirements.
- English: one of the following:
- DAAD Certificate with Level B2 (for students from Germany), or
- IELTS Academic with 6.5 overall, or
- TOEFL with 86 overall, or
- Demonstrate your proficiency by meeting one of the approved options.
- Submit the following with your online application:
- Proof of meeting the English requirement
- Official post-secondary transcripts (translated into English)
- Study Abroad Course Selection [PDF]
- Consent for Authorized Agent Representative [PDF] (optional)
- This form is required if your education consultant is submitting an application on your behalf
Apply to program
To submit your application:
- Include proof of meeting all entrance requirements.
- Convert all transcripts and supporting documents to PDF files.
- Have a credit card ready to pay the application fee.
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Scheduled Intakes
September, January, and April each year
myCommunication
Within two business days of submitting your completed application, BCIT will send a message to your personal and myBCIT e-mail addresses. All correspondence regarding your application will be posted to your online myCommunication account at my.bcit.ca. We'll send you an e-mail when a new message is posted. It's important to watch for these e-mails or regularly check your account online.
You can expect to receive communication concerning the status of your application within four weeks.
Costs & Supplies
Tuition fees
The Study Abroad tuition of $6995 covers registration for four courses.
Tuition includes ancillary fees: BCIT ID card, student association, building and capital levy.
Tuition will not be reduced if students register for fewer than four courses.
Study Abroad students are not eligible for U-Pass (student transit program).
Textbooks and course supplies are not included in tuition.
Medical insurance is mandatory while attending BCIT. A $180 CAD fee will be added to your Study Abroad tuition to cover your first three months of Guard Me medical insurance. To opt out, you can email proof of medical insurance for the duration of your studies to isc_info@bcit.ca
Courses
As a Study Abroad student you can choose up to four courses from any of our different program areas at BCIT Business + Media:
At BCIT, we offer daytime “Full-Time” classes in the Fall and Winter term, and open enrollment “Part-Time” classes year-round in the evenings and on weekends. As a Study Abroad student you are able to mix and match your courses. We recommend taking at least two courses from one program for the best experience in Vancouver.
There are two course selection options available:
1. Study Abroad by Design
Sample of Study Abroad course selection:
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BUSA 2905 | Managing Conflict in Workplace | 3.0 |
| MKTG 1102 | Essentials of Marketing | 3.0 |
| FMGT 1152 | Accounting for the Manager | 3.0 |
| ORGB 1100 | Organizational Behaviour | 3.0 |
2. Study Abroad Statement of Completion
After selecting your courses through your chosen course section method, record your selected courses in order of preference in the Study Abroad Course Selection Form [PDF] to submit with your application. Please note that the course offerings are subject to change and that you will acquire credits, but not a BCIT degree through the Study Abroad program.
If you need assistance with your course selection, you can e-mail us at studyhere@bcit.ca.
Class hours
Most courses are offered in the evening; a limited number of courses are offered during the day. Student schedules may have all evening classes or a mix of evening, day and weekend classes. Evening classes are typically scheduled between 5:30pm and 10:00pm.
Transfer credit
Do you have credits from another BC/Yukon post-secondary school? Do you want to know if they transfer to courses here at BCIT? Check out BCIT's Transfer Equivalency Database to find out.
Program Details
Program length
One term (12-15 weeks), full-time
Program location
Classes may be offered at one or both campuses:
Burnaby Campus
3700 Willingdon Avenue
Burnaby, BC
Downtown Campus
555 Seymour Street
Vancouver, BC
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