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WE ACKNOWLEDGE that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional,
ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱ wú7mesh (Squamish)
and Sel̓ íl̓ witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time
BE BOLD immemorial, honour their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our
dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
WHAT'S INSIDE
President's Welcome ............................................................. 5
Excellence at UCW..................................................................6
5 Star Rating from QS Stars.................................................. 7
UCW by the Numbers.............................................................8
Why Go West.......................................................................... 10
Accreditations & Designations...........................................12
UCW Vancouver House Campus........................................ 14
UCW West Pender Campus................................................. 18
Community Map....................................................................20
Sustainability.........................................................................22
Accommodations ..................................................................24
Why Study in Canada...........................................................26
Experience Vancouver ........................................................28
Vancouver City.......................................................................30
Vancouver Outdoors ........................................................... 32
BE THE
Vancouver as a Career Destination..................................34
Employment & Opportunities ...........................................35
Internships..............................................................................37
Undergraduate Programs...................................................38
Bachelor of Commerce .............................................. 40
Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication ......42
Associate of Arts ........................................................ 44
Graduate Program .............................................................. 46
FUTURE
Master of Business Administration ........................ 48
Preparatory Programs.........................................................52
MBA Foundation ..........................................................54
University Access Program .......................................55
Awards & Scholarships .......................................................58
University Entry Requirements ....................................... 62
How to Apply ........................................................................63
Helpful Resources ............................................................... 64
Student Services ..................................................................66
Career Development Centre ..............................................68
On-Campus vs Online Study ............................................ 69
Meet Our Students................................................................70
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Welcome to
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President's Welcome
University
Canada West As the President of You may be thinking about getting your first degree, upskilling for
a promotion, planning a career change or simply seeking a stronger
University Canada West measure of security in uncertain times. You might be from the greater
Vancouver area; you may be from BC’s interior or its northern reaches;
(UCW), I’d like to thank or you may be from anywhere across Canada or around the world. UCW
you for taking an interest welcomes all of you.
in our institution. If you’ve UCW was founded in 2004 as a business and technology-focused
university. Our faculty stand out for their hands-on business experience,
picked up or downloaded and our programs are able to stay abreast of the latest changes and
this brochure, it’s likely trends in business, entrepreneurship and innovation. We offer smaller
class sizes and flexible programs, so that students can balance their
because you’re planning school commitments with work and personal life.
your next big move. I’m so But what is very special is we also offer one of Canada’s best urban
glad you’ve discovered us. campus experiences. Vancouver is an oceanfront metropolis set against a
backdrop of snow-capped mountain peaks. Our two campuses are located
in the heart of the city, a short walk away from either the beach or the
business district. Our new campus is situated in the recently-completed
Vancouver House development, an architectural marvel hailed all over the
world for its structural and design innovations.
Once at UCW, you’ll meet students from more than 100 different
countries. They’ve all chosen to study here in Canada, and they’re
discovering what our local students have always known: Vancouver is a
tremendous city, and UCW offers one of its best learning experiences.
Our campuses and our faculty foster a cohesive student community that’s
working and studying together and supporting each other.
COVID-19 has changed much about the world and created uncertainty
EDUCATING
for many, but UCW has emerged from the pandemic better prepared
than ever. Our COVID-19 response is designed to keep our campus safe
for everyone.
As you read through this brochure, you’ll learn more about UCW’s
selection of excellent, business and tech-focused undergraduate and
LEADERS
graduate programs. If you are ready to take your next big step, UCW is
here for you. I hope to see you on campus soon.
Your success is
our priority and
since 2004
this is what makes
us different. We Sheldon Levy
Interim President & Vice-Chancellor
genuinely care.
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UCW is an innovative
business and technology-
oriented, teaching-focused The QS Stars rating system provides an in-depth
5 Star Rating
evaluation that assesses a university on a broad
institution in Canada, offering range of key performance indicators. Institutions
receive an overall rating between zero and 5+
undergraduate and graduate stars, as well as a rating in at least eight of 13 key
degrees for domestic and
international students. from QS Stars areas. UCW’s scores included:
University Canada West is honoured Teaching:
UCW received full marks for faculty-student
to have received a 5 Star rating from ratio, overall student satisfaction and
satisfaction with teaching.
the QS Stars higher education rating
Employability:
system, the world’s most popular UCW received full marks for employer
source of comparative data on reputation and career service support and high
marks in graduate employment rate.
university performance, in Fall 2021.
Academic Development:
UCW received full marks in all categories –
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teaching and research assistantships, learning
development centre, faculty office hours, faculty
RD ST development programs and university networks.
Online Learning:
UCW received full marks for student-faculty
engagement, student services and technology,
application per enrolment, track record,
UNIVERSITY IN BRITISH commitment to online learning and student
interaction and high marks for online outsourcing.
IN CANADA COLUMBIA
EXCELLENCE
Social Responsibility:
UCW received full marks for environmental
TO R E C E I V E A 5 STA R R AT I N G impact, funds for community investment
and charity work and regional human
F R O M Q S STA R S capital development.
AT UCW
Inclusiveness:
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UCW received full marks for disabled
access, scholarships and bursaries and
There are only a total of seven low-income outreach.
institutions in the United States
and Canada that have received a Internationalization:
UCW received full marks for international
5 Star rating. diversity, international support centre,
international students and international faculty.
Specialist Criteria – MBA program:
The University is a dynamic and growing Our excellent education, professional practice
institution defined by its close connections to and close connections within the business and
the business community and a commitment to technology community will transform you into UCW received full marks for accreditations,
outstanding student services. a leadership-ready graduate. applications per place and international
students, and high marks for student
We create the most innovative, dynamic and satisfaction, graduate employment rate and
practical learning environment for students. faculty-student ratio.
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Join us and you, too, could be a part of our
world-class learning community.
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BY THE
NUMBERS
6,500 100
STUDENTS
+
COUNTRIES STUDENTS
+
ARE FROM
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AVERAGE STUDENTS' AGES DOWNTOWN
CLASS SIZE VANCOUVER
CAMPUSES
96.9 % OF MBA STUDENTS ARE WORKING
OR HAVE A JOB LINED UP WITHIN
ONE YEAR OF GRADUATING
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WHY
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96.9% of UCW MBA students are
working or have a job lined up within
one year of graduating.
EXPERIENCED ST U D E N T- C E N T R I C
FAC U LT Y ENVIRONMENT
Flexibility &
Our professors are not just esteemed Student success is our business!
academics; they also have years of At UCW, we offer a variety of
industry experience. They don’t just services for students to help enrich
repeat textbook content; they bring their university experience and to ensure
Opportunity their years of experience in business
into the classroom. Throughout your
program, your professors will use their
years of professional work to equip
every student attains their educational
goals and personal pursuits.
ST U DY A B R OA D
OPPORTUNITIES
you with the latest knowledge and FLEXIBILITY UCW’s Semester Abroad Program gives
skills needed to succeed in today’s Our programs are delivered over four students the opportunity to boost their
competitive global marketplace. terms per year, which means motivated academic experience, connect with
NEW CAMPUS G E T P R AC T I C A L
students can complete their degree more students from more than 100 countries,
University Canada West opened its state-of-the-art CANADIAN EXPERIENCE quickly, reducing the time you spend in meet professors with years of industry
campus at Vancouver House in October 2020. Located Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, UCW is
TRANSFER CREDITS school before landing your dream job. If experience and engage in enriching
between Vancouver’s trendy West End and Yaletown surrounded by many of the world’s largest companies, University Canada West is a member you possess previously earned university classroom discussions.
neighbourhoods, the new campus includes two computer giving our students unparalleled access to a network of of the BC Transfer System (BCCAT) credits recognized by UCW, you may find
labs, student lounges and an innovation hub. with more than 2,600 credit transfer yourself completing your program faster
prospective employers. SCHOLARSHIPS
arrangements with other post-secondary than you thought possible.
institutions. Students can transfer UCW offers a variety of
SMALL CLASS SIZES C A R E E R D E V E LO P M E N T academic credits from other recognized scholarships, bursaries and
At UCW, we keep our class sizes small so our students can UCW students are ready to join the workforce as post-secondary institutions to University grants. International students can save
enjoy a high level of interaction with their classmates and soon as they graduate. Our Career Development Canada West courses and programs. up to $20,000 in tuition fees.
benefit from the one-on-one undivided attention from Specialists help set students up for success with resumé,
professors that they require to excel. cover letter and job interview guidance, as well as
Student success is our business !
weekly career workshops.
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Accreditations &
Designations
Accreditations, memberships and designations
are important to a university because they
externally validate the quality of the education
provided. UCW is recognized by the following
organizations for its high-quality education:
The Education Quality Assurance (EQA) designation identifies BC public and private post- University Canada West has earned NCMA National Accreditation for its MBA and
secondary institutions that have met or exceeded provincial government-recognized standards BCom degree programs from CIM | Chartered Managers Canada. CIM | Chartered
for quality assurance and consumer protection. UCW has received permission from EQA to use Managers Canada offers a comprehensive National Accreditation process that reviews
its seal on its materials. college and university programs and grants equivalency to the association’s Chartered
Management Program.
University Canada West has earned ACBSP Global Business Accreditation for its MBA
and BCom degree programs. The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) is an association of educational
accredits business, accounting and business-related programs at the associate, baccalaureate, institutions that are engaged in internationalizing education programs, student services,
master's and doctoral degree levels worldwide. campuses and communities. They seek to enhance their members’ knowledge and
skills in cross-cultural communications, managing services for inbound and outbound
students, and developing capacity-building projects abroad.
University Canada West is a member of the BC Transfer System (BCCAT) with hundreds of
credit transfer arrangements to other post-secondary institutions.
University Canada West is proud to be officially recognized as an affiliate collegiate
chapter of the American Marketing Association. The University launched the UCW
EduCanada is a brand that supports international education in Canada. EduCanada and the Marketing Association Collegiate Chapter in January 2020 to bring together students
leaf design is a trademark of the Government of Canada and is subject to a Master Licence and marketing professionals to connect, learn and find inspiration.
Agreement between the Council of Ministers of Education Canada (CMEC) and Department of
Foreign Affairs Trade and Development (DFATD).
University Canada West is pleased to be a member of the Association for the
Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), furthering campus
Languages Canada is Canada’s national language education association representing more efforts to build a thriving, equitable and ecologically just world. Through membership in
than 225 private and public language education members that offer accredited English and AASHE, UCW receives support in advancing its sustainability initiatives throughout its
French programs. UCW’s University Access Program is accredited by Languages Canada, campuses and in the community.
another mark of distinction.
University Canada West is pleased to be a member of the BC Tech Association. BC Tech
The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) connects educators, is a non-profit dedicated to making BC the best place to grow and scale a tech company.
students and businesses to achieve a common goal: to create the next generation of great The Association is a trusted and respected voice for the tech sector in British Columbia.
leaders. UCW is a member of AACSB and their mission is to foster engagement, accelerate
innovation and amplify impact in business education.
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UCW’s Vancouver House Campus is located The campus is part of the stunning Vancouver House
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downtown between the West End and Yaletown, development. In 2019, CNN named the globally
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just steps from Sunset Beach, English Bay and recognized project designed by star Danish architect
Vancouver’s 28-kilometre seawall, the world’s Bjarke Ingels of BIG, one of the “most anticipated
longest uninterrupted waterfront path. buildings set to shape the world.”
S U STA I N A B I L I T Y
UCW Vancouver House offers a deep level of sustainability with green roofs, triple glazing,
innovative energy and resource conservation technologies and a district energy connection, as well
as a mix of wellness programming, including bike facilities, end of trip facilities and integration with
OUR NEW
the future pedestrian greenway on the Granville Street Bridge.
90,000
CAMPUS square feet of classrooms,
student lounges and computer labs
EAST BUILDING WEST BUILDING
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Applying the “Total Design” philosophy to an entire district
Vancouver
and building on the success of Granville Island across
False Creek, Vancouver House is the active core of a new
waterfront neighbourhood called the Beach District.
House
Vancouver House Campus
Vancouver House Campus
Campus
AWA R D S
& AC C O L A D E S
• In November 2021, Vancouver
House was honoured with two
AFBC Architecture Awards of
Excellence, the highest level of
architecture awards in British
Columbia – a Lieutenant-Governor
of British Columbia Award in
Architecture and a Design
Excellence Award.
• Best Tall Building Worldwide
at the 18th Annual Council on
Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat
(CTBUH) Awards.
• Best Tall Building 100-199 Metres
2021 Award of Excellence at the
2021 CTBUH Annual Awards.
• Best Tall Residential or Hotel
Building 2021 Award of Excellence
at the 2021 CTBHU Annual Awards.
• In 2019, CNN named Vancouver
House one of the “most anticipated
buildings set to shape the world
in 2020.”
• Awarded Future Project of the
Year at the 2015 World Architecture The Beach District community is poised to become a
Festival Awards in Singapore. year-round destination, with a marketplace, creative
1461 GRANVILLE ST, workspace and innovative retailers with rotating
VANCOUVER, BC V6Z 0E5 year-round programming, a unique mix of restaurants
and cafés, one-off concepts, shops and services, food
carts and craft fairs, all animated by a range of street
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In 2014, UCW opened its West Pender Campus in
The London Building, a historic office building in A century old, heritage building,
the heart of downtown Vancouver.
an inspiring environment for learning.
West Pender
West Pender Campus
Campus
Since moving into The London Building, UCW
completed a major reconfiguration to the lobby,
significant improvements to the first and second
floors, and renovations to other floors to expand
the number of classrooms and add additional
amenities for students, faculty and staff.
The campus is steps away from public transit,
including the Waterfront SkyTrain Station, bus
routes and the SeaBus terminal. The lively and
diverse neighbourhood is full of restaurants,
stores, entertainment options, shopping centres
and gym facilities.
626 W PENDER ST,
VANCOUVER, BC V6B 1V9
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A PLACE TO STUDY, WORK & PLAY
International
Cypress Mountain Grouse Mountain
To Whistler
Mount Seymour
West Vancouver
Deep Cove
Lions Gate Bridge North Vancouver
Stanley Vancouver Aquarium
Lonsdale Quay
Park Coal Harbour Canada Place
English Bay UCW West Pender Campus
Gastown
Robson Square
Gastown Steam Clock
Vancouver Art Gallery
Museum of Vancouver
Sunset Beach West End Vancouver Public Library
Burrard Bridge Downtown BC Place
Rogers Arena
Science World
UCW Vancouver Houe Campus
Granville Bridge Yaletown
Cooper's Park
Roundhouse Community Center Cambie Bridge
George Wainborn Park
Granville Island
David Lam Park
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UCW understands the importance of sustainability to the
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future of our planet. We are committed to creating a green
SUSTAINABILITY
footprint for the environmental stewardship of our campuses.
UCW strives to not only teach sustainability but also to model
it through our own actions.
T R A N S P O R TAT I O N
UCW is ideally located near public transit. In fact, students
arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) might
never need to drive. The UCW Vancouver House Campus is
conveniently close to two adjacent active travel paths, rapid
transit and an express bus service within a 10-minute walk, as
well as a shuttle that supports both bikes and wheelchairs to
CAMPUS BUILDINGS
our door, and a foot ferry that also accommodates cyclists.
Transportation is responsible for approximately half of
Energy Water UCW also REFUSED to use materials that
were red-listed or compromised indoor
the climate emissions created in the City of Vancouver. While the campus has a great deal of Water and energy have always been closely
air quality.
Gas-powered vehicles also contribute to public health windows, efficient triple pane glass was linked in the world of building management.
crises, including respiratory disease caused by microscopic used to create a tight envelope or shell to The water that we use takes energy to Here are a few examples of such measures:
particulate emissions (learn more about PM2.5 here) from reduce heat loss. Each of UCW's buildings clean, move and dispose of after use. This • Requiring air quality certification for our
combustion and tire particles. The automobile also consumes is also well shaded to reduce solar heat is true in British Columbia, as much as purchased furnishings, fittings and fin-
more than 2% of our land mass for roads and parking. Overall, gain in the summer. anywhere in the world, because 97% of our ishes (such as chairs, carpets, counters
transportation is one of the more important sustainability electricity comes from hydroelectric dams. and paints)
To create optimal insulation, bird habitat
issues of our time. • Selected carpet that had high recycled
and a pleasing aesthetic, each of our At UCW, all of our fixtures are low
material content
UCW manages our transportation footprint by: buildings are topped with green roofs. flow efficiency rated to reduce water
• Ensured selection of long-lasting and
• Ensuring that our community is aware of consumption. In the interest of human
The buildings are on a district energy easily repaired furniture
transit options (rail, bus and boat) health, dining facilities are also equipped
system for both heating and cooling. Of course, our society still wears things
• Encouraging and facilitating self-propelled modes with additional purification systems.
When heating in the winter, the out and relies on packaging for product
of commuting (walk, run, bike) district energy system relies on 96% The aforementioned green roofs control protection and safety. To answer this
• Where possible, reducing the amount of travel required by efficient boiler systems that deliver low storm water by absorbing rainfall. They need for waste management, UCW has an
staff and students (remote work and study). temperature hot water for heating. also delay storm water release by emptying active recycling program.
Our Sustainable Transportation Policy can be found on the excess water to a cistern system before
All of the lighting within our campus is At every dining area, you’ll find four
website at: ucanwest.ca/about/policies. light emitting diode (LED) technology releasing into the city’s stormwater sewers.
product waste receptacles. We separate
If you need to drive to UCW, we won’t hold it against you, but and we selected classroom AV and items that can’t be easily recycled from:
kitchen appliances for energy efficiency. Recycling
we will encourage you to get an electric vehicle or carpool as • Food waste (organics)
C U R R I C U LU M & FAC U LT Y health restrictions allow. In support of electric vehicles, all parking When UCW moved to Vancouver House, • Containers (plastic, glass and aluminum)
University Canada West is dedicated to expanding our spots in our underground parking are the University was careful to follow the • Wood fiber (paper and cardboard)
UCW has an active working group that considers issues of
sustainability footprint through ongoing integration of wired for EV chargers. waste management hierarchy by: If you’re not sure what can be recycled, a
policy and Transportation Demand Management (TDM).
sustainability throughout our academic offerings. • Reducing our need for materials current list of materials can be found on
This group reviews any comments about transportation Tips: Help us conserve energy to reduce
(Reduce) the Recycling BC website.
For UCW students, sustainability can be a component of and directs them to the appropriate party. They also make our impact on the planet by:
• Identifying any materials that we could
your educational program. Today, we offer two types of recommendations to the Executive Committee. • Turning off lights and appliances when Tip: Want to help reduce waste? Start by
bring with us (Reuse)
sustainability education: Current TDM Working Group Members include: not in use refusing to use single-use containers. The
• Ensuring materials we needed had
• Course content within our degree programs; and • Taking the stairs whenever possible most common source of avoidable waste is
• Ed Bagg – VP Operations & IT Services recycled content (Recycle) and that
• A micro-credential in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). (It’s better for your health too) our drinking containers. Carry a reusable
• Herneet Dhillon – Executive Director, People & Culture our relocation and purchase packaging
In addition, several professors at UCW are involved in mug and water bottle, hydration is also
• Adrian Mitescu – Director, Institutional Accountability was recycled
sustainability research or lead sustainability initiatives important to your health and studying.
• Recovering hard to recycle by-products
as part of their professional practice. View the full list of Plan Your Journey by Public Transit from our purchases (Reclaim)
sustainability courses on the website at: ucanwest.ca/about/ Find schedules and maps for bus, SeaBus, SkyTrain
sustainability/academics. and West Coast Express at: translink.ca/schedules-and-maps.
Our Vancouver House Campus is a highly efficient building due to a wide variety of sustainability
features and its recent construction (2020). The developer of our campus is currently pursuing
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UCW is a proud member of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability sustainable building certification from the Canada Green Building Council.
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CANADA RANKED
#1 BEST COUNTRY OVERALL*
*US News & World Report, 2021
HOME AWAY
FROM HOME
University Canada West has partnered with 4stay.com
for off-campus housing for our students.
4stay connects students with local room providers to give students a range
of options for their accommodations. 4stay sources multiple room suppliers
so students don’t have to search multiple websites to find the right fit. No
deposit is required and 4stay guarantees their listings so UCW students
can feel confident when booking.
Start your search for suitable accommodation by visiting
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Vancouver Island
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Why Study
in Canada?
Why Study in Canada
BRITISH
COLUMBIA
Many international students studying in Canada are eligible
WEST
to work up to 20 hours a week if they are enrolled in a full-
time program for at least six months. Upon graduation, former
Vancouver
students can apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.
A PAT H TO A
PROMISING
FUTURE
Research has shown that Canadian
college and university students,
both domestic and international,
graduate with strong earning
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potential. Canadian post-secondary
institutions position graduates for
a successful future and rewarding
careers. Between March 2009 and
March 2019, Canada created 1.8
million new jobs for graduates.
Credit: Destination BC/Kari Medig
Q UA L I T Y C A N A DA I S A F F O R DA B L E Tofino
E D U C AT I O N SA F E
Canada has long been considered
E D U C AT I O N
The cost of schooling for
Kootenay Rockies
Students who study in Canada a very safe country. It boasts lower international students studying in
have access to some of the highest crime rates than many other western Canada is considerably cheaper
quality education in the world. nations and the border between than elsewhere in the world. Among
Universities in Canada and British Canada and its closest neighbour, English-speaking destinations,
Columbia are internationally known the United States, is the longest Canada has the lowest tuition fees In 2020, Canada hosted more than 530,000 international
for excellence. All universities undefended international boundary for international students.
and colleges are regulated by the in the world.
post-secondary students. And many international students
provincial governments. If you are
attending a university in Canada, you
decide to make their move to Canada permanent. In fact,
know it is meeting or exceeding strict
Canada currently ranks 10th out of 163 more than 58,000 former international students have gone
government standards.
on to become Canadian permanent residents.
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“IT’S A LIQUID CITY, A TOMORROW CITY, EQUAL PARTS
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INDIA, CHINA, ENGLAND, FRANCE AND THE PACIFIC
NORTHWEST. IT’S THE COOL NORTH AMERICAN SIBLING.”
– The New York Times
You're going
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to love it here.
EXPERIENCE
Credit: Destination BC/Hubert Kang
VANCOUVER Vancouver is world-famous for its
natural beauty and cultural diversity.
Top spots include Stanley Park, one of the largest urban parks
in North America, the city’s picturesque beaches, Granville
Island Public Market and the largest Chinatown in Canada.
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Vancouver T H E VA N C O U V E R FAC TO R
Vancouver offers a wealth of study and work opportunities.
VA N C O U V E R FA M I LY F U N
Vancouver is made for families! In addition to a bounty
City
The city has a rich history across different business sectors of family-friendly activities and attractions and more
and has made a significant impact on the world economy than 230 parks and green spaces, Vancouver boasts
with both traditional and newer industries, including a more than 150 playgrounds and 24 community centres
booming technology sector. BC has a skilled and innovative that offer a variety of services and activities for all
workforce, rich natural resources, high quality of life and its ages. The city is home to nine indoor and five outdoor
gateway location between North America and Asia provide swimming pools, 14 spray parks and several wading
the foundation for almost unlimited economic opportunity. pools, as well as eight indoor ice rinks.
S E AWA L L
World's longest uninterrupted
waterfront path.
STA N L E Y PA R K
One of the largest urban parks in
North America and is larger than
NewYork City's Central Park.
VA N C O U V E R ’ S S E AWA L L VA N C O U V E R ’ S G R E E N S PAC E S VA N C O U V E R ’ S D I V E R S I T Y
One of Vancouver’s top attractions is a paved Vancouver is home to more than 230 parks and green Vancouver is made up of a mix of different religions, ethnicities and cultural groups from around the world,
pathway that stretches 28 kilometres around the city’s spaces, including the world-famous Stanley Park. At 405 as well as Canada’s Indigenous communities. The city is home to a vibrant historic Chinatown. Established in
waterfront. Known locally as The Seawall, following this hectares, Stanley Park is one of the largest urban parks in the 1890s, today Vancouver’s Chinatown is the largest in Canada and the third largest in North America. The
route is one of the best ways to discover Vancouver. North America and is larger than New York City’s Central city’s historic Punjabi Market area, also known as Little India, celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2020. It is
UCW’s new Vancouver House Campus is located just Park. It is home to roughly half a million trees, including the epicentre for the city’s Indo-Canadian community and its annual Vaisakhi Parade, which draws more than
steps away from The Seawall, which is the world’s many that are hundreds of years old. Stanley Park features 100,000 people. It has become the region’s largest single-day festival.
longest uninterrupted waterfront path. kilometres of trails, beautiful beaches, local wildlife, and
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Whether you’re a thrill-seeking explorer who enjoys the adrenaline S K I I N G A N D S N OW B OA R D I N G WAT E R S P O R T S
rush of zipping down a ski slope or someone who prefers the Snow rarely falls in the city of Vancouver, but the same As a city on the water, Vancouver has plenty to offer for
cannot be said for the city’s local ski hills – Cypress Mountain, water-sports enthusiasts. Stand-up paddleboarding has
serenity of green outdoor spaces, you will find it all here. Grouse Mountain and Mount Seymour, which delight locals become increasingly popular in recent years and there are
and welcome tourists from around the country all winter long. several locations in the city that offer paddleboard rentals,
And just a couple hours north of the city, is British Columbia’s guided tours and even paddleboard yoga.
Vancouver
world-famous Whistler/Blackcomb Ski Resort. At more than
3,278 hectares, it is the largest ski resort in North America and If paddleboarding isn’t your thing, you can still enjoy
boasts the greatest uphill lift capacity. Vancouver’s waters from a kayak or canoe. And if you’re
looking to escape the urban jungle, Deep Cove is located only
HIKING
Outdoors Biking in Stanley Park 25 minutes from downtown Vancouver. From there you can
Whether you’re an experienced hiker, or a beginner looking access Indian Arm, a scenic fjord surrounded by spectacular
to enjoy the great outdoors, there is a plethora of hiking mountains. There are many destinations along Indian Arm
trails for all ages and abilities in and around Vancouver. that range from only a half hour to a full day paddle from
Credit: Destination Vancouver/Rishad Daroowala
Pacific Spirit Park, which is located on the west side Deep Cove either by kayak or stand up paddleboard.
of the city, offers several easy trails of varying lengths
throughout more than 750 hectares of richly dense forest.
Looking for more of a challenge? The Grouse Grind or
“Mother Nature’s Stairmaster,” as its commonly known
amongst city residents, is a 2.5-kilometre hike up Grouse
Kayaking on English Bay
Mountain. Don’t let the short distance fool you, this steep
trail features an 800-metre elevation gain – there’s a
reason many locals call it Mother Nature’s Stairmaster.
However, when you get to the top you will be rewarded
with the most breath-taking views of the city and Burrard
Inlet from the 853-metre summit.
From skiing to kayaking and
whale watching, Vancouver
offers a stunning backdrop
for all adventure seekers.
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C YC L I N G GOLFING FISHING
Vancouver is the ultimate place to
Vancouver’s moderate climate makes Vancouver’s mild climate means that
fish due to its endless coastline.
it possible to cycle almost year- you can play golf almost all year
Before heading out on the water,
round. The City of Vancouver has a round, and there are several golf
fishing-enthusiasts will need to
comprehensive system of bike routes, courses within the city of Vancouver,
get a license from a tackle shop,
paths, dedicated bike lanes and as well as in the surrounding region,
department store or marina. You
greenways throughout the city. And where you can play a round, practise
can then charter a boat from any
Vancouver’s North Shore is famous your swing and perfect your putt.
reputable organization located at
for its stellar mountain biking terrain.
Granville Island, Horseshoe Bay or
It has been featured in countless
Coal Harbour.
freeride films and has inspired trail
builders and bikers around the world
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Vancouver was ranked #1 in North America within walking distance of our downtown campuses,
for high-tech job growth* providing you with unparalleled access to a network
of prospective employers.
Vancouver as a Employment and
Career Destination Opportunities
VA N C O U V E R L A B O U R M A R K E T B R I T I S H C O LU M B I A L A B O U R
Vancouver is a hub of exciting activities and a W H E R E D O U C W ST U D E N T S WO R K?
The City of Vancouver offers a wealth of study and work M A R K E T 2 02 1 -2 0 3 1 F O R E C A ST city full of great opportunities. You will be able
opportunities and you’ll be surrounded by wonderful natural While employment in British Columbia was impacted by the to acquire relevant work experience, which is an • University Canada West • Indium Software
beauty. This is truly the ultimate place to be. COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the economy has made a strong important step in launching your career. Many UCW • Loblaws • Skyrine IT Services Pvt. Ltd.
recovery. Employment is now 102.1% above pre-pandemic levels and students and graduates are working in or outside • London Drugs • Krafting Networks
Vancouver is British Columbia’s major commercial and financial BC has one of the lowest unemployment rates in Canada at 5.3%. Canada, retaining global presence. • Amazon Fulfillment • iXie gaming
centre, with strong trading transport and economic links to the
• Deloitte • Fox4Conn Services
rest of the world. Overall, labour demand is expected to grow faster than supply There are many reasons why students want to • Scotiabank • UP-Channel Broadcasting
in BC, resulting in tight labour market conditions where the work globally. It is very common for students, who • BMO financial Group Company
Vancouver is also home to some of Canada’s top companies, demand for workers surpasses the supply of workers. live and work away from their home country on a • CIBC • KSM
including Amazon, Salesforce and Samsung, meaning UCW permanent basis, to move to a new city or seek a • TELUS • Trigent Software Inc.
students have unparalleled access to a network of prospective new position while there.
employers. The city is home to a number of exciting businesses A G R OW I N G D E M A N D F O R • Walmart • BNP Paribas
• The Home Depot • Agrigold group of
and a growing startup community. Vancouver was named one WO R K E R S • RBC Industries
of the top 25 cities in the world for best startup ecosystems by
It is predicted that there will be more than one million job • TD • ZELYA Energy
Startup Genome.
openings in British Columbia between now and 2031. This • The Brick • Western Union
Other key urban centres in British Columbia ideally suited for
includes 369,000 new jobs due to recovery from COVID-19 or new
economic growth and the need to replace 635,000 workers who "I obtain-ed employment •
•
Shell
Canadian Armed Forces
•
•
Groupe PSA
Roy Hill
conducting business include: Victoria, Kelowna, Kamloops, Prince
George and Nanaimo. Metro Vancouver has an excellent and
will permanently leave the workforce, largely due to retirement.
at a well known office • TJX Canada/Winners
Merchants International LP
•
•
Omawo
Air France
extensive transportation infrastructure. Vancouver International
Airport (YVR) provides direct air services to some 130
Canada welcomed more than 405,000 new permanent residents
supply retail giant. UCW's • White Godshell • DIRECTV
destinations in Canada, the U.S. and around the world, more than
110 of which are non-stop flights.
in 2021. To ensure the nation has the workers needed to fill
critical labour market gaps, the 2022-2024 Immigration Levels contribution to my job search •
Company LLC
SAP
•
•
GoldCorp
Ferrari
Plan aims to continue welcoming immigrants at a rate of about
1% of Canada’s population, including 431,645 permanent cannot be understated,and •
•
B/E Aerospace
Finger Puppets
•
•
ENAC
Saudi Aramco
residents in 2022, 447,055 in 2023 and 451,000 in 2024.
I am extremely grateful for • Umass Memorial Medical
Center
•
•
AXA Partners
PEMCO
the people and
140,000
140,000
• Independent Marketing • The National
120,000 Young People Starting Work vs. Job Openings, BC,
100,000
2018-2028, Annual
culture at my •
Alliance
Capgemini
• Commercial Bank-
AlahliNCB
80,000
903,000 job openings expected in BC to 2028
school!" •
•
Robert Walters
Magazine Networks Inc
• Mitwalli Steel Product
Factory Co.
98,000
94,000
92,000
97,000
97,000
97,000
97,000
96,000
95,000
60,000
Marciano, • Singapore Refining • Starting Point LLC
The Bahamas Company Private Ltd. • IT Source Technologies Ltd.
MBA • AFLAC, Diane Holley
47,000
48,000
48,000
48,000
48,000
47,000
48,000
48,000
48,000
48,000
40,000
• Anonymous Ltd.
20,000 30,200 176,300 325,100 371,300 • Nike
Less than High High School Bachelor’s, Diploma,
0 School and/or Graduate or First Certificate or • RLG International
2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031
Occupation Professional Apprenticeship • PricewaterhouseCoopers
Specific Training Degree Training
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You may be eligible to work in International students may also be eligible
for a Post-Graduation Work Permit after they
Canada while studying, if your successfully complete their degree program. Student interns build confidence and increase their
study permit includes a condition For more details and current regulations, visit
the Citizen and Immigration Canada website at:
visibility for future employment opportunities.
that says you can work on or off www.cic.gc.ca.
campus. You must also meet all the
other requirements.
INTERNSHIPS
WORK WHILE University Canada West builds connections Internship programs provide students
YOU STUDY
with exposure to workplace activities,
between students and the business culture immersion, support application
of education and direct skills practices
community through real-world education related to the student intern’s field of
and work experiences, including a new study. A key component of student
value with internships is their ability to
internship program for MBA students. increase their connections and network,
increasing their job opportunities and
career prospects.
This initiative provides students with the choice of enrolling
in WORK 601 Graduate Internship as one of four tier-four For international students, internships
MBA courses to complete their MBA degree requirements. provide critical Canadian work experience
before graduating as they demonstrate
key MBA competencies and grow skills
Visit the Canadian Government website for more details at:
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BE FEARLESS
BE INNOVATIVE
BE BOLD
REIMAGINE YOUR FUTURE WITH OUR
UNDERGRADUATE
PROGRAMS
• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication
• Associate of Arts
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UCW follows professional trends in industry closely TIER 1 UNIVER SIT Y FOUNDATION
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(10 COUR SES)
Bachelor of Commerce
and develops elective areas that reflect the best
professional standards in specific fields. Currently, we
• Academic Writing
offer the following elective areas in the BCom degree:
• Business Fundamentals
• Choice of:
ACCOUNTING − Business Mathematics
Accounting skills are consistently in demand. The − Pre-Calculus
accounting elective area, in combination with the rest − Calculus 1
This 120-credit Bachelor of Commerce degree is ACBSP of the BCom degree, will prepare you for entry into a − Calculus 2
professional accounting program. • Choice of:
and NCMA-accredited. It combines theoretical and practical − Accounting Principles^
− Financial Accounting
learning to give you an in-depth understanding of today’s To complete the Accounting elective area you must, in
addition to your required core courses, take: • Microeconomics^
evolving business environment. • Managerial Accounting II • Macroeconomics^
• Principles of Auditing and Assurance • Business Communications
U N D E R G R A D UAT E P R O G R A M S
• Taxation • Business Analytics
• Strategic Managerial Accounting • Two (2) electives
K E Y FAC T S You will develop the critical thinking and team building skills necessary for TIER 2 DIS CIPLINARY FOUNDATION (10
effective communication in a globally based business setting. BU SINESS COMMUNICATIONS COUR SES)
INTAKES
Communication is an essential component of every • Operations Management
Fall (October) Our Bachelor of Commerce is delivered through four tiers that progressively • Business Environment
organization, whether communicating internally
Winter (January) develop your knowledge, critical thinking ability and operational skills. Once • Choice of:
to staff and managers, or externally to customers,
Spring (April) you have built up your skillset, you will be ready for the Capstone courses - Statistics
stakeholders or the public.
Summer (July) that bring together everything you’ve learned into real-world projects, - Business Statistics
helping you to launch your career. The Business Communications elective area will • Choice of:
PRO GRAM LENGTH − Managerial Accounting^
prepare you to produce effective communications
4 Years The Bachelor of Commerce program prepares you for a successful career materials for a wide range of contexts and in the − Financial Accounting Applications
where you will contribute constructively in a global economy. framework of business strategy. − Sage 50
Faster completion options
available for motivated − QuickBooks
The program focus is found in a sequence of business courses. At the same To complete the Business Communications elective • Organizational Behaviour
students. The UCW academic
time, it integrates communications courses to create an interdisciplinary area you must, in addition to your core required • Marketing Management
year is organized to create
degree that provides a sound background for work that includes the courses, take: • Human Resource Management
an environment of learner
development and management of organizations. Team activities are an • Social Media • Management Information Systems
flexibility and rapid degree
intrinsic part of many courses and build team skills vital for real-world • Public Relations in Practice and Theory • Career Preparation*
completion. Courses are
success as well as providing a collegial learning environment. • Persuasive Presentations • One (1) elective
scheduled in four terms each
of which consists of 10 weeks • Integrated Marketing Communications
of classes plus two weeks of • Communication Strategy TIER 3 DIS CIPLINARY APPLICATIONS
review and exams. Students (10 COUR SES)
can take a maximum of five • Professional Communications
courses per term.
"I love the support, events and • Business Law^
DELIVERY services UCW offers. I feel •
•
Business Ethics
Choice of:
On-Campus, Online
incredibly welcome here, and − Finance^
− Investments
TO SEE BCOM
I know I can count on various − Business Taxation
• Data Analytics & Storytelling
TUITION FEES
S CAN OR CLICK ON departments to • Five (5) electives
THE QR CODE
ensure I succeed TIER 4 INTEGRATIVE APPLICATIONS
in my journey." (10 COUR SES)
• Strategy & Decision Making
• Sustainable Business Practices*
Letícia, Brazil • Choice of:
Bachelor of Commerce − Capstone Project
− Internship
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• Seven (7) electives
^ CPA preparatory courses.
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Bachelor of Arts in P R O G R A M ST R U C T U R E
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Business Communication T I E R 1 UNI V E R S I T Y FO UN DATI ON
( 10 CO UR S E S )
• Academic Writing
• Business Fundamentals
• Mass Media & Society
• Business Analytics
In this 120-credit program, you’ll develop core skills in writing •
•
Conversational Writing Tools
Business Communication
and research, a comprehensive understanding of media • Economics for Business
• Three (3) electives
communication and technology, as well as an appreciation of
how they function in the modern world of business. T I E R 2 D I S C I PL I NA RY FOU N DATI ON
( 10 CO UR S E S )
U N D E R G R A D UAT E P R O G R A M S
• Marketing Management
• Business Environment
• Writing for Media
• Data Analytics & Storytelling
K E Y FAC T S Our Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication program provides
• Content Creation
you with an opportunity to develop a broad knowledge of media, • Digital Marketing Strategy
INTAKES
cultural studies and business. In addition, students will develop • Business Ethics
Fall (October) theoretical and practical skills that are relevant to careers in • Organizational Behaviour
Winter (January) professional writing, journalism, public relations, communications
ELECTIVE AREAS • Career Preparation*
Spring (April) and advertising. UCW follows professional trends in industry closely • One (1) elective
Summer (July) and develops elective areas that reflect the best
The program focus is found in a sequence of courses in media and professional standards in specific fields. Currently, we T I E R 3 D I S C I PL I NA RY APPL I CATI ON S
PRO GRAM LENGTH communications. At the same time, it integrates business courses to offer the following elective area in the BA degree: ( 10 CO UR S E S )
4 Years create an interdisciplinary degree that provides a sound foundation
• Project Management
Faster completion options
for work in media and communications organizations, as well as COMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT • Risk Communication
other communications-related business careers. Team activities are • Professional Communications
available for motivated One of the fastest-growing fields in communications
an intrinsic part of many courses and build team skills vital for real • Advanced Communications Writing
students. The UCW academic is communications management.
world success, as well as providing a collegial learning environment. • Digital Storytelling
year is organized to create By taking selected advanced business courses and
• Five (5) electives
an environment of learner applying them to communications projects, this
flexibility and rapid degree elective area provides training for those who hope
completion. Courses are to manage complex communications projects and T I E R 4 I NT E G R AT I V E A P PL I CATI ON S
scheduled in four terms each Why Bachelor of Arts in departments in any industry. ( 10 CO UR S E S )
of which consists of 10 weeks
of classes plus two weeks of
Business Communication? To complete the Communications Management
• Communications Strategy
• Contemporary Issues
review and exams. Students • Use communication theories to assess basic issues in cultural contexts elective area you must, in addition to the required • Choice of:
can take a maximum of five • Critique communication media influence on audience perceptions of core courses, take: − Capstone Project
courses per term. issues, events, products and services • E-Business − Internship
• Evaluate the effectiveness and integration of all types of media • Advertising • Seven (7) electives
DELIVERY communication and technology • Operations Management
• Demonstrate communication-oriented research and information • Persuasive Presentations
On-Campus, Online *Course will be offered from
seeking strategies • Project Management
• Create ethically and legally sound content for a variety of forms of
Winter 2022 Term.
TO SEE BA media and markets
TUITION FEES • Integrate media and content to communicate persuasively to
S CAN OR CLICK ON specific audiences
THE QR CODE • Apply communication methods to business problems and contexts
• Work productively in a collaborative environment "Studying at UCW has opened me to new cultures and
experiences. The classes and the people around me encourage
me to do my best. The BA program is preparing me to
tackle any challenge and be a leader of the future."
David, Colombia
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Associate of Arts
The Associate of Arts program is an interdisciplinary
set of courses designed to provide core skills in writing,
communication, research and team performance.
U N D E R G R A D UAT E P R O G R A M S
K E Y FAC T S The Associate of Arts (AA) degree prepares students for life as an
educated person and lays a solid foundation for further study.
INTAKES
Fall (October) This two-year, 60-credit (20 courses) undergraduate program is
Winter (January) equivalent to the first two years of a four-year degree in the Arts. It
Spring (April) prepares students to transfer to research or teaching universities to
Summer (July) complete a bachelor’s degree or serves as a credential to enter the
labour market. The AA degree is accepted for transfer into bachelor
PRO GRAM LENGTH degree programs at University Canada West (UCW) and all British
2 Years Columbia degree-granting institutions, provided other admission
requirements are met.
Faster completion options
available for motivated P R O G R A M ST R U C T U R E
At the end of the AA degree, you may transfer into a bachelor degree
students. The UCW academic
program at UCW or any British Columbia degree-granting institution.
year is organized to create
an environment of learner
Alternatively, you may continue in the Associate of Arts degree and
complete the program with an additional 30-credit hours of study as "The dedicated and attentive CORE ENGLISH COUR SES
• Academic Writing
flexibility and rapid degree
completion. Courses are
per provincial Associate of Arts degree guidelines.
team at UCW has guided • Critical Analysis and Writing
scheduled in four terms each
Graduates of the AA program will develop these skills: me in my pursuit of a higher S CIENCE REQUIRED COUR SES
education. This institution gave me
of which consists of 10 weeks
• Workplace problem-solving • One (1) Quantitative
of classes plus two weeks of
• An ability to work in teams
the opportunity to be a Student
review and exams. Students • One (1) Lab Science
• Leadership in the workplace • One (1) Additional Science
can take a maximum of five
Brand Ambassador, which has
• Communications and soft skills for employability
courses per term.
ART S REQUIRED COUR SES
DELIVERY Why Associate of Arts? been an important step in my • Two (2) Humanities
On-Campus
•
•
Critical thinking and problem-solving
Effective written and oral communications
professional career in Canada."
Bruna, Brazil
•
•
•
Two (2) Social Science
Two (2) Any Arts
Six (6) Second Year Arts
TO SEE AA • Ability to work collaboratively
Associate of Arts
TUITION FEES • Application of theoretical understanding to practice
REQUIRED ELECTIVE COUR SES
S CAN OR CLICK ON • Research and evaluative skills
THE QR CODE • Mathematical and scientific reasoning • Three (3) 1XX or 2XX or 3XX or other approved elective
• Analysis, synthesis and integration courses
of knowledge
• Advanced reading comprehension For a comprehensive list of all available courses, please
refer to the academic calendar at: www.ucanwest.ca/
about/academic-calendar
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