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Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Vancouver, British Columbia

About the School

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is a public university in Vancouver, British Columbia, offering more than 140 career-focused programs across five campuses. KPU is known for its applied approach to learning, allowing students to build practical skills through co-ops, practicums, and internships. Some of their most popular areas of study include business, arts, health, science, design, and trades and technology. With small class sizes and strong academic support, KPU helps students gain knowledge that connects directly to real workplace expectations and long-term career goals. 

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Campus Life

KPU’s campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, Cloverdale, and Civic Plaza offer facilities designed to support both learning and student well-being. Students have access to libraries, computer labs, fitness centers, studios, performance spaces, Multi-Faith Centre, cafeterias, and quiet study areas. 

Located across British Columbia, a province known for its high quality of life and natural surroundings, students can enjoy a balance of urban convenience and outdoor spaces, with access to public transportation, shopping areas, and community services. With mild weather compared to other parts of Canada, the province offers a comfortable environment for studying, living, and exploring during your time at university. 

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Student Life

Student life at KPU focuses on building connection, support, and personal growth. Students can join clubs, student associations, and cultural groups that reflect a wide range of interests and backgrounds. International students are encouraged to participate in campus events, workshops, and community programs that help them feel at home in Canada. KPU also offers academic advising, career services, and wellness support to guide students throughout their studies and help them adjust to university life with confidence. 

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Housing

While the university is developing its first on-campus residence at the Surrey campus, most students currently live off campus. Options include homestay programs, shared apartments, and student residences through trusted housing partners. These options often include furnished rooms, utilities, and internet access. KPU also provides housing resources and guidance to help students find safe and suitable accommodation near campus. 

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Costs

  • Annual Tuition Fees starting from:
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Degrees and Majors

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Accounting program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Accounting & Finance field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    No
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Advanced 2D Animation Production program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Creative Industries field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    No
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Advanced 3D Animation and 3D Modelling program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Creative Industries field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    No
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Advanced Game Development program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Creative Industries field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    No
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Advanced VFX (Virtual Production) program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Creative Industries field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Anthropology program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Anthropology field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Applications of Mathematics program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Mathematics field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Asian Studies program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the fields of Sociology, Anthropology, Humanities. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Biology program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Biology field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Creative Writing program offers comprehensive training focused on creative problem-solving, visual communication, and design principles within the Creative Industries field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Criminology program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the fields of Social Sciences, Humanities, Political Science. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Criminology program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the fields of Humanities, Social Sciences, Law. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Criminology program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the fields of Humanities, Social Sciences, Law. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Criminology program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the fields of Humanities, Social Sciences, Law. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Engineering Physics program offers comprehensive training focused on technical proficiency, hands-on skills, and industry-standard practices within the fields of Engineering and Technology, Physics. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The English program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Humanities field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Entrepreneurial Leadership program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Business / Management field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Fine Arts program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Fine Arts field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    No
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Foundation in Entertainment Arts program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Creative Industries field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Front End Development for Interactive Applications program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Information Technology / Computer Sciences field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The General Science program offers comprehensive training focused on scientific inquiry, analytical methods, and research-based knowledge within the Science field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The General Studies program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Humanities field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Geography program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the fields of Sociology, Humanities. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Geography, Applied program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the fields of Sociology, Humanities. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Health Science program offers comprehensive training focused on patient care, health systems, and specialized medical knowledge within the Health / Medicine / Pharmaceutical field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The History program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Humanities field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Horticulture Technology program offers comprehensive training focused on technical proficiency, hands-on skills, and industry-standard practices within the fields of Agriculture, Environmental Science. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Horticulture Technology, Landscape Horticulture Systems Specialization program offers comprehensive training focused on technical proficiency, hands-on skills, and industry-standard practices within the fields of Agriculture, Environmental Science. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Horticulture Technology, Sustainable Production Horticulture Specialization program offers comprehensive training focused on technical proficiency, hands-on skills, and industry-standard practices within the fields of Agriculture, Environmental Science. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Horticulture Technology, Turf Management Specialization program offers comprehensive training focused on leadership, strategic planning, and operational excellence within the fields of Agriculture, Environmental Science. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Human Resources Management program offers comprehensive training focused on leadership, strategic planning, and operational excellence within the Business / Management field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Journalism program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the fields of Creative Industries, Film & Media Studies. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Marketing Managememt program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Business / Management field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Mathematics program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Mathematics field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    No
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Operations and Supply Chain Management program offers comprehensive training focused on leadership, strategic planning, and operational excellence within the Business / Management field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Philosophy program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Humanities field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Physics for Modern Technology program offers comprehensive training focused on technical proficiency, hands-on skills, and industry-standard practices within the fields of Physics, Science. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Plant Health program offers comprehensive training focused on patient care, health systems, and specialized medical knowledge within the fields of Agriculture, Environmental Science. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Policy Studies program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Political Science field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Psychology program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Humanities field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Psychology program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Humanities field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Science program offers comprehensive training focused on scientific inquiry, analytical methods, and research-based knowledge within the Science field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Sociology program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the Sociology field. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Sustainable Agriculture program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the fields of Agriculture, Environmental Science. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • ILSC LEVEL*
    Advanced 2

Note: The Urban Ecosystems program offers comprehensive training focused on essential knowledge and practical competencies within the fields of Environmental Science, Science. It prepares students for diverse professional opportunities and career advancement.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

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