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INTERNATIONAL VIEWBOOK 2021 - BOW VALLEY COLLEGE | CALGARY, CANADA
INTERNATIONAL
VIEWBOOK 2021
BOW VALLEY COLLEGE | CALGARY, CANADA
INTERNATIONAL VIEWBOOK 2021 - BOW VALLEY COLLEGE | CALGARY, CANADA
WELCOME                                                                                                                     CALGARY
                                                                                                                            An ethnically diverse city of nearly 1.5 million
 Canada is the second-largest country in the world. The capital city of Canada is Ottawa
                                                                                                                            residents, Calgary is situated just east of the
 and major cities include Calgary, Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver and Edmonton.
                                                                                                                            world-famous Rocky Mountains.
 Canada is made up of 10 provinces and three territories. Diversity has played an important role in Canada’s
                                                                                                                            This vibrant urban centre has a rich Western and Indigenous
 history and it was the first country in the world to adopt a policy of multiculturalism. Canada now has a
                                                                                                                            heritage and is known for its abundant natural resources,
 higher percentage of foreign-born citizens than any other country.
                                                                                                                            friendly people and boundless outdoor pursuits.

                                                                                                                                               Most livable city
                                                                                                                                               in the world.

 Canada is the world’s           Canada is home to 42             Canada has more lakes            Canada’s coastline is
most educated country.          national parks and 171              than the rest of the         the longest in the world
                                                                                                                                               Most extensive outdoor
                                national historic sites.          world’s lakes combined.        and is bordered by three
                                                                                                                                               pathway and urban bike
                                                                                                     different oceans.
                                                                                                                                               network in North America.

                                                                                                                                               Lowest cost of living of 39
 Flight times across Canada                                                                 VANCOUVER - 1.5 HRS                                North American cities.
 With one of the world’s most modern and welcoming airports,
                                                                                            TORONTO - 4.25 HRS
 Calgary is easy to get to by air with commercial airline access and
 other options available to travellers.                                                     MONTREAL - 4.75 HRS
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BOW VALLEY COLLEGE
                                                                        93           %
We believe Bow Valley College is the right choice for you.
Since 1965, Bow Valley College has prided itself on being a
student-focused community college that is immensely diverse.
This diversity is reflected across the breadth and depth of our
programming, which includes foundational skills development           Programs with work-
and English-language learning.                                       experience component.

We offer certificate and diploma programs in health care,
community services, business and creative technologies, and
many of our career programs include work experience. This
means you will get hands-on experience before you graduate. If
you already have a degree, our post-diploma certificates give you
the fast, focused skills to keep moving forward in your career.
                                                                      Affordable tuition and
                                                                         living expenses.
Regardless of where you’re beginning, we offer support

                                                                                                LIFE ON CAMPUS
services that help you succeed. Our programs are designed

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in partnership with industry leaders to make sure the skills
we teach are the skills employers want. Our experienced
instructors want to see you reach your goals.
                                                                                     %
Get ready for an exciting career journey with programs that get                                 We want you to have the best experience on campus, so we offer
                                                                    Graduate employment rate.
you job-ready in one or two years, support services that set you                                volunteer opportunities, student events, student services, workshops
up for success and flexible learning options that fit your life.                                and engagement activities year-round to make the most of your
                                                                                                time at Bow Valley College. Activities and programming are designed
                                                                                                to allow international and Canadian learners to connect, develop
                                                                                                intercultural skills and build strength through volunteer opportunities.

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COSTS COMPARISON
Calgary’s tax rate is 5%, Toronto’s is 13% and Vancouver’s is 12%.

  Costs-Mandatory (per semester)            Calgary                  Toronto                  Vancouver
  Tuition                                   $7,781                   $8,086                   $9,953
  Textbooks                                 $600                     $650                     $750
  Other general costs
  Rent (1 bedroom)**                        $4,400                   $9,000                   $8,600
  Personal                                  $210                     $226                     $224
  Clothing                                  $210                     $226                     $200
  Food                                      $960                     $1,132                   $1,260
  Entertainment                             $300                     $450                     $450
  Phone/Internet                            $420                     $452                     $448
  Transportation pass                       $424                     $488                     $512
  Total                                     $15,305                  $20,710                  $22,421

*These amounts are based on a course load of five courses per semester and will vary by program. All amounts are ESTIMATES
ONLY. Actual costs will vary. All costs are in Canadian dollars and are subject to change without notice.
Tuition comparison is based on a similar career program at three different institutions.
**According to https://blog.padmapper.com/canadian-rent-trends

HOUSING OPTIONS

Bow Valley College does not offer on-campus housing. For information on accommodation options, including
homestay, private home room rental or other rental accommodations in and around Calgary, please refer to the following
websites:

pickhomestay.com                             rentboard.ca
liveatsait.com                               rentfaster.ca
rentingspaces.ca                             alwayshome.ca

Check our website for more resources at bowvalleycollege.ca/student-resources

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STAY IN CANADA
Studying at eligible designated Canadian
learning institutions and obtaining
an open work permit are important
steps toward permanent residence for
international students who are looking
to make Canada their home. As a Bow
Valley College student, you will gain
valuable skills and graduate with hands-
on Canadian experience that will help you
make the transition.

POST-GRADUATION WORK PERMIT
PROGRAM (PGWPP)

The PGWPP allows students who have
graduated from eligible designated
Canadian learning institutions to obtain
an open work permit to gain valuable
Canadian work experience. Skilled
real-world training gained through
the PGWPP helps graduates qualify for
permanent residence in Canada through
the Canadian experience class, within
Express Entry.

1 YEAR PROGRAM
Up to one year PGWP

2 YEAR PROGRAM
Up to three years PGWP

DLI NUMBER
O19273769422

                                                         Apply for
      Apply for                    Complete studies at                     Work for up
                                                         post-graduation
      study permit                 Bow Valley College                      to 3 years
                                                         work permit

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CHIU SCHOOL OF BUSINESS                                                                                                          NARA
Our affordable programs with work experience and co-op opportunities will allow you to get hands-on experience with an
employer to build valuable experience while networking in the local business community.
                                                                                                                                 CAZZOLATO
                                                                                                                                 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DIPLOMA

ONE-YEAR PROGRAMS

•    Administrative Professional Certificate
                                                                TWO-YEAR PROGRAMS

                                                                •    Business Administration Diploma Majors:
                                                                                                                                 “    The program impacted all aspects of
                                                                                                                                      my life. I have met brilliant people from
                                                                                                                                      different nationalities, improved my
•    Business Administration Certificate                             - Accounting
                                                                                                                                      English and learned different professional
                                                                                                                                      skills. In my first semester, I was invited
•    Hospital Unit Clerk Certificate                                 - Digital Marketing
                                                                                                                                      by my instructors to participate in
•    Human Resources Certificate                                     - Financial Services                                             the Alberta Deans of Business Case
•    Medical Office Assistant Certificate                            - General Business                                               Competition, representing Bow Valley
•    Veterinary Office Assistant Certificate                         - Human Resources                                                College business students. That was
                                                                                                                                      another benefit the program provided
                                                                     - Insurance and Risk Management
                                                                                                                                      me because I could learn not only
                                                                     - Integrated Marketing Communications
                                                                     - Supply Chain Management
                                                                                                                                                                 “
                                                                                                                                      about business, but also how
                                                                                                                                      Canadian institutions expect
                                                                •    Legal Assistant Diploma                                          that you work in a team.

                  Work experience and                    Recognized programs                         Social entrepreneurship
                  co-op opportunities                    in the industry                             development

CAREER POSSIBILITIES

Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk | Administrative Assistant | Bookkeeper | Claims Adjuster | Clerical Assistant |
Communications Specialist | Conference Coordinator | Destination Management | Specialist Executive Assistant | Financial
Services Representative | General Manager – Hospitality | Human Resources Generalist | Information Clerk | Insurance Broker
| Investment Manager | Judicial Clerk | Legal Assistant/Secretary | Media Relations Officer | Medical Assistant/Receptionist |                                          Business                                  Research
                                                                                                                                       International                                                              and Policy
Meeting/Wedding Planner | Payroll/Benefits Specialist | Public Relations Officer | Risk Management Specialist | Sales Manager                                           Administration   Instructor
                                                                                                                                       Degree
| Underwriter Unit Clerk | Veterinary Office Assistant
                                                                                                                                                                        Diploma                                   Coordinator

Salary median: $40,000 Maximum: $100,000

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SCHOOL OF HEALTH                                                                                                                    LOVON
AND WELLNESS                                                                                                                        ESLYN
Choosing a career in health care means choosing a future of caring. Your career in health and wellness puts you on the front
lines of making a real, tangible difference in the lives of others.
                                                                                                                                    DAWSON
                                                                                                                                    HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES MANAGEMENT
                                                                                                                                    POST-DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE

ONE-YEAR PROGRAMS                                                     TWO-YEAR PROGRAMS

•
•
     Health Care Aide Certificate
     Health and Human Services Management
     Post-Diploma Certificate
                                                                      •    Pharmacy Technician Diploma
                                                                                                                                    “   Bow Valley College has ample resources
                                                                                                                                        designed to assist international students.
                                                                                                                                        The blend of courses I completed helped me
                                                                                                                                        gain insight into various aspects of a job. The
                                                                                                                                        experience that i was exposed to helped me
                                                                                                                                        get a job right after graduation and within
                                                                                                                                        seven months, I was promoted to a supervisor

A Pharmacy Technician diploma allows students to learn to prepare compounds and sterile products, and to dispense                       that made my dreams turn into reality.
                                                                                                                                                                                    “
                                                                                                                                        position. Bow Valley College is definitely a place

medications. This full-time program includes two months in community and hospital practicum placements.

•    Full accreditation status with CCAPP                             •   Hands-on learning in our Simulation Centre
•    On-site labs for clinical-setting experience                     •   91% of graduates are employed in their field
•    Graduate work-ready

                                                                                                                Hands-on training
                   Canadian Council
                                                                  Practicum in hospitals                        in labs with
                   For Accreditation of
                                                                  and pharmacies                                cutting-edge
                   Pharmacy Programs
                                                                                                                technology

CAREER POSSIBILITIES
                                                                                                                                                                       Health and
                                                                                                                                         International                                       Student Leader            Support
Executive Director | Program Coordinator | Case Manager | Team Leader | Assistant Manager | Assistant Director |                                                       Human Services
                                                                                                                                                                                             of the Student            Specialist
Registered Pharmacy Technician | Pharmacy Assistant | Health Care Aide | Home Support Worker |                                           Degree                        Management Post
                                                                                                                                                                                             Association               Supervisor
                                                                                                                                                                       Diploma
Personal Care Aide/Attendant

Salary median: $51,000 Maximum: $80,000

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SCHOOL OF                                                                                                                         GABRIELLA
COMMUNITY STUDIES                                                                                                                 KHOURIEH
                                                                                                                                  EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION DIPLOMA

Build a career that makes a positive difference in your community. Support the social and emotional wellbeing of children and
youth by training to work in family-based, educational, community and organizational settings.
                                                                                                                                       Being an international student, it wasn’t easy
                                                                                                                                       to leave my family and adapt to a new country.
ONE-YEAR PROGRAMS                                                TWO-YEAR PROGRAMS                                                     However, the Bow Valley College community
                                                                                                                                       made it easier after I was appointed as the
•    Disability Studies Certificate                              •   Addiction Studies Diploma                                         president of the International Students Club.
•    Education Assistant Certificate                             •   Disability Studies Diploma                                        With volunteering, events and workshops,
•    Health and Human Services Management 		                     •   Early Childhood Education and Development Diploma                 it was easier for me to build relationships
     Post-Diploma Certificate                                    •   Justice Studies Diploma Majors:
                                                                                                                                       and connect with students and staff from
                                                                                                                                       diverse backgrounds. Coming into the
                                                                     - Aboriginal Focus                                                community, I was rather shy and distant,
SIX -TERM PROGRAMS                                                   - Correctional Studies                                            but today I graduate as a confident,
                                                                                                                                       outgoing and proud Bow Valley
•    Child and Youth Care Diploma
                                                                     - General Justice
                                                                                                                                       College student. The friendships I
•    Social Work Diploma
                                                                     - Law Enforcement
                                                                                                                                       have made and the special bonds I
                                                                                                                                       have maintained will accompany
                                                                                                                                       me through my life path.

                Alberta College of
                                                         International practicum                       Child Development
                Social Workers (ACSW)
                                                         and practicum projects                        Supervisor Certification
                Accreditation

CAREER POSSIBILITIES

Aboriginal Community Program Worker | Aboriginal Justice Facilitator | Addictions Support Worker | Bylaw Enforcement
Officer | Child and Youth Care Worker | Child Development Worker/Supervisor | Rehabilitation Worker | Community Support
Youth Worker | Correctional Services Worker | Disability Support Worker | Educational/Teacher Assistant | Family Day Home                                           Early Childhood
                                                                                                                                                                                        President of the           Early Learning
Provider/Consultant | Family Support Worker | Foster Care Liaison | Mental Health Advocate Outreach Worker | Parole/                  International English         Education and
                                                                                                                                                                                        International
                                                                                                                                      Language Learning             Development                                    Educator
Probation Officer | Peace Officer | Preschool Teacher | Program Manager | Residential Support Worker | Social Worker |                                                                  Students Club
                                                                                                                                                                    Diploma
Young Offender Centre Worker

Salary median: $40,000 Maximum: $90,000

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SCHOOL OF                                                                                                                           BRIJESH
CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIES                                                                                                               PATEL
                                                                                                                                    SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT DIPLOMA

Whether you dream in code, communicate only in Internet memes or have a passion for creating stylish, functional living
spaces, you can join the creative revolution. Get the hands-on skills needed to bring your creativity to life and the right
credentials to launch your career.                                                                                                      I chose Bow Valley College for my education
                                                                                                                                        because of their academic reputation and
                                                                                                                                        the content they deliver in their educational
                                                                                                                                        programs. The help and support I got from the
ONE-YEAR PROGRAMS                                                   TWO-YEAR PROGRAMS
                                                                                                                                        International Centre helped me to overcome
•    Cyber Security Post-Diploma Certificate                        •    Business Administration Digital Marketing Major                language barriers, cultural differences and

•    Digital Marketing Post-Diploma Certificate                     •    Digital Design Diploma
                                                                                                                                        establish effective communication, which gave
                                                                                                                                        a solid foundation to start my career as
•    Kitchen and Bath Design Post-Diploma Certificate               •    Information Technology Systems Diploma                         a professional software developer.
•    Software Development Post-Diploma Certificate                  •    Interior Decorating Diploma
                                                                    •    Software Development Diploma

                  IT industry                                 National Kitchen and Bath                  Decorators and Designers
                  recognized certificates                     Association Certification                  Association of Canada

CAREER POSSIBILITIES

IT Support Analyst | Desktop Support | Technical Support | Decorating Consultant | Digital Marketer | Digital Marketing
Manager | Digital Marketing Specialist | Graphic Designer | Interior Decorator | Interior Decorating Consultant | Home
Decorator | Kitchen and Bath Designer | Marketing Coordinator | Office Space Planner | Software Developer | Software
Development Programmer | Software Programmer | Data Analyst Network Administrations | Internet Resource Management
| Information Systems Project Manager | Business and Systems Analyst                                                                                                 Software           CalgaryHacks
                                                                                                                                          International                                                          Software
                                                                                                                                                                     Development        Competition
                                                                                                                                          High School                                                            Developer
                                                                                                                                                                     Diploma            Participant
Salary median: $51,000 Maximum: $80,000
New IT programs have not been included in the employment survey. Salary Median is: $71,000 maximum: $120,000
(according to Payscale).

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SCHOOL OF                                                                                                                               ANA KARINA
GLOBAL ACCESS                                                                                                                           NAVAS
                                                                                                                                        INTERNATIONAL ENGLIGH LANGUAGE LEARNING

                                                                                                                                        “
INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING

Improve your English with our certified full-time International ELL program, where you’ll learn by listening, speaking, reading             I chose Bow Valley College
and writing. Your initial level placement can be determined by submitting a valid English Language Proficiency Exam Result                  because this college has the best
(IELTS Academic, TOEFL, or Pearson PTE*) or you will complete a level placement assessment at the start of the term prior to                ELL program for international
orientation. Each level costs approximately $4,871 per semester.                                                                            students in the city. The
                                                                                                                                            instructors were very nice and
LEVELS:                                                            SCHEDULE                                                                 while teaching they made the
                                                                                                                                            learning process more effective.
*International English Language Learning Preparation               All classes for International ELL Preparation, ELL 1 and ELL 2 are                                    “
                                                                                                                                            Thanks to my instructors and their
*International English Language Learning 1                         held from 9:30 a.m. to 3:50 p.m., Monday through Thursday,               support, I was ready to continue
*International English Language Learning 2                         over 15 weeks.                                                           my post-secondary studies.
*Academic English 1
*Academic English 2                                                Academic 1 and Academic 2 are 15 week courses. Classes are
                                                                   held from 8:00 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

*Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting closure of many IELTS testing centres around the world, Bow Valley College
 is temporarily accepting the Duolingo English Test as an addition to the English language proficiency exam results for
 admission to international ELL programs.

ELL PATHWAYS
Students who successfully complete Academic English 2 with a grade of B- or higher meet the language proficiency
requirements for most Bow Valley College programs. We have several external pathways agreements with English
language centers.

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INTERNATIONAL
                          EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
                          The International Education department is dedicated to supporting our international learners in achieving success through
                          their academic and student-life experiences. Our full-service model provides assistance to our students from initial application
                          to graduation, including:

                          INTERNATIONAL LEARNER ADVISING                                    IMMIGRATION INFORMATION

                          International Learner Advisors are here to support current        The Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC)
                          learners and alumni. They connect with students by                supports current students with immigration information
                          appointments or walk-ins.                                         related to study and work permits.

                          SOCIAL, RECREATIONAL AND CULTURAL EVENTS                          CROSS-CULTURAL INTEGRATION
                          The International Students Club organizes new activities
                                                                                            International Learner Engagement Specialists support
                          every term. They can include social, recreational and
                                                                                            students’ cross-cultural integration and help them adapt
                          cultural activities.
                                                                                            to Canadian culture.

                          LEARNER PATHWAY PLANNING

                          International Learner Advisors help learners with pathway
                          planning and changes to their study plans.

                          COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

                          Learner Success Advisors refer students to resources and
                          services available at the College and in the community.

                                       International
                                                                                         Study-abroad                                      Global citizenship
                                       education and
                                                                                         opportunities                                     initiatives
                                       mobility scholarships

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SCHOLARSHIPS
AND AWARDS
Bow Valley College offers a selection of scholarship and award opportunities of up to $2,250 for international students, from
program entry and through their studies. Reward eligibility is available to students who wish to participate in international
study, work abroad or practicum programs.

                                                                                                          Academic
               Entrance Awards:                             In-course Awards:
                                                                                                          Achievement Award:
               $2,000                                       $1,500
                                                                                                          $1,500

               Learner Pathway                              Internationalization                          International
               Awards:                                      Award of Excellence:                          Mobility Awards:
               $2,000                                       $2,250                                        $2,000

TIMOTHY AFUHMBOM
NDONGNDEH
AWARD RECIPIENT

“        I was blessed to be an ambassador at different community events and had the opportunity to perform at
         TEDx Bow Valley College. I also volunteered with various local charities and non-profits, which was very
         rewarding and helped me build a solid network. In recognition of my volunteer work and community
                                                                                                                        “
         involvement, I won the Community Involvement Award. I was very thankful to receive this award because
         it really helped take care of some of my basic needs.

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YOUR PATH                                                                                       UNIVERSITY TRANSFER
Wherever you are in life and whatever your goals may be, you can achieve your ambitions here.   With our many university transfer options, you can begin your studies at Bow Valley College while paying lower
                                                                                                fees, then transfer your credits to another post-secondary institution to continue your academic career. Receiving a
                                                                                                certificate or diploma in your field of study is a great way to begin your career and build experience before moving
                                                                                                onto a degree program.

                                                                                                Bow Valley College has transfer agreements in place with many universities and colleges across Canada, with areas
                                                                                                of study ranging from health science, business, professional arts and more. Many of these opportunities allow
                                                                                                our graduates to receive credit for up to two years of equivalency toward a bachelor degree. Transfer credits are
                                                                                                reviewed and accepted on an individual basis by the institution to which you apply.

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PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE
CHIU SCHOOL OF BUSINESS                                                                                       SCHOOL OF COMMUNITY STUDIES
 Program                       Admission Requirements*           Length    Total fees*   Start dates*         Program                    Admission Requirements*   Length   Total fees*              Start dates*

 Administrative
                               Grade 12 English, grade 10 Math   1 year    $14,128       September, January   Addiction Studies          Grade 12 English          2 year   $23,777                  September
 Professional
 Certificate
                                                                                                              Child and Youth
 Business Administration                                                                                      Care Diploma               Grade 12 English          2 year   $39,138                  September
                               Grade 12 English, grade 12 Math   1 year    $16,062       September, January
 Certificate                                                                                                  *6 terms of study

 Business Administration                                                                                      Disability Studies
                                                                                                                                         Grade 12 English          1 year   $13,609                  September
 Diploma:                                                                                                     Certificate
 Accounting, Digital
 Marketing, Event                                                                                             Disability Studies Diploma Grade 12 English          2 year   $28,866                  September
 Management, Financial
 Services, General Business, Grade 12 English, grade 12 Math     2 years   $31,500       September, January
                                                                                                              Early Childhood Education
 Human Resources, Insurance
                                                                                                              and Development           Grade 12 English           2 year   $26,739                  September, January
 and Risk Management,
                                                                                                              Diploma
 Integrated Marketing
 Communications, Supply
                                                                                                              Education Assistant
 Chain Management                                                                                                                        Grade 12 English          1 year   $12,961                  September
                                                                                                              Certificate
 Hospital Unit                                                                           September,
                               Grade 12 English, grade 10 Math   1 year    $13,574                            Justice Studies Diploma:
 Clerk Certificate                                                                       January, May
                                                                                                              Aboriginal Justice,
                                                                                                                                         Grade 12 English          2 year   $24,900                  September
                                                                                                              Correctional Studies,
 Human Resources
                               Grade 12 English, grade 12 Math   1 year    $15,917       September, January   General, Law Enforcement
 Certificate
                                                                                                              Social Work Diploma
 Legal Assistant Diploma       Grade 12 English, grade 10 Math   1 year    $25,754       September, January                              Grade 12 English          2 year   $40,017                  September
                                                                                                              *6 terms of study

 Medical Office Assistant                                                                September,
                               Grade 12 English, grade 10 Math   1 year    $13,224
 Certificate                                                                             January, May

 Veterinary Office Assistant
                               Grade 12 English, grade 10 Math   1 year    $12,824       September, January
 Certificate

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SCHOOL OF CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIES                                                                                                SCHOOL OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS
 Program                       Admission Requirements1               Length       Total fees2           Start dates3            Program                              Admission Requirements*                       Length         Total fees*                Start dates*

                               Degree or diploma in                                                                             Health Care Aide
                                                                                                                                                                     Grade 11 English                              1 year         $18,762                    September, January
                               information technologies,                                                                        Certificate
 Cybersecurity
                               computer engineering, software        1 year       $33,786               September
 Post-Diploma Certificate                                                                                                                                            Diploma or degree in health or
                               developmnet, management                                                                          Health and Human
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             September,
                               information systems or equivalent                                                                Services Management                  human services. Equivalencies                 1 year         $15,776
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             January, May
                                                                                                                                Post-Diploma Certificate             considered on a case-by-case basis

 Digital Design Diploma        Grade 12 English                      2 year       $47,084               September, January
                                                                                                                                                                     High School Diploma with 60%
                                                                                                                                Pharmacy Technician
                                                                                                                                                                     Grade 12 English, Math,                       2 year         $28,742                    September
 Digital Marketing                                                                                                              Diploma
                               Completion of a diploma or degree     1 year       $18,357               September                                                    Biology and Chemistry
 Post-Diploma Certificate

 Information Technology
 Systems Diploma
                               Grade 12 English, Grade 12 Math       2 year       $41,535               September, January
                                                                                                                               ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS
 Interior Decorating
                               Grade 12 English, Grade 10 Math       2 year       $27,019               September, January     Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting closure of many testing centers around the world, Bow Valley College is
 Diploma
                                                                                                                               temporarily accepting the Duolingo English Test as an addition to the English language proficiency requirement options for
                               Diploma or a degree in interior                                                                 admission to career programs. Check more here: bowvalleycollege.ca/ELP
 Kitchen and Bath Design
                               decorating, interior design,
 Post-Diploma Certificate                                            1 year       $19,772               September               Program                   IELTS Academic           TOEFL                            Pearson PTE   Bow Valley College   CLB                  Duolingo
                               architectural technology or a                                                                                                                                                        Academic
 *3 terms of study
                               related program/portfolio
                                                                                                                                Most programs             6 with minimum           84 with no section score                       Minimum grade
                                                                                                                                                                                                            59-64                                      8 in each skill      95 - 100
 Software Development                                                                                                           (except below)            band score of 6          below 21                                       of Grade B-
                               Grade 12 English, Grade 12 Math       2 year       $36,952               September, January
 Diploma
                                                                                                                                                          6.0 with no
                                                                                                                                Health Care Aide                                   71                               n/a           n/a                  7 in each skill      95 - 100
 Software Development          Completion of a diploma or degree                                                                                          band below 5.5
                                                                     1 year       $19,721               September
 Post-Diploma Certificate      Grade 12 Math
                                                                                                                                                                                   91 with minimum scores
                                                                                                                                                          6.5 with                 Listening: 21
                                                                                                                                Pharmacy
                                                                                                                                                          minimum band             Reading: 22                      n/a           n/a                  n/a                  n/a
                                                                                                                                technician*
1.   Admissions Requirements are subject to change; see the full program listing at bowvalleycollege.ca for a complete list                               score of 6.0             Writing: 25
     of non-academic program requirements. Applicants whose first language is NOT English must also demonstrate English                                                            Speaking: 23
     Language Proficiency. For more information, please refer to the English Language Proficiency Requirements on page 29
     (also online: bowvalleycollege.ca/ELP)
2.   Costs (tuition and fees) are estimated based on normal full-time loads for each program for the 2020-2021 academic year    * Health Care Aide Certificate and Pharmacy Technician diploma accept other tests (below)
     and are subject to change. For up to-date tuition and fee information, please see bowvalleycollege.ca/fees. Note: Costs
     do not include books or laptop.
3.   See bowvalleycollege.ca for exact program start date

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READY TO START?
                     CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAM OF STUDY                                     SUBMIT FEES

                    Check seat availability before you                                Submit application fee. If accepted,
                    submit an application.                                            reserve seat with the non-refundable and
                                                                                      non-transferable confirmation fee.

                                                                                      STUDY PERMIT APPLICATION
                     SUBMIT YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION
                                                                                      Once you receive the Letter of
                    Refer to bowvalleycollege.ca/applying/                            Acceptance, you can apply for a study
                    international-application to review the                           permit at your nearest Canadian Embassy
                    application deadline for international                            or Consulate. Refer to cic.gc.ca.
                    students and access the online application
                    form.                                                             SIGN IN TO MYBVC

                                                                                      Check MyBVC email to get important
                     DOCUMENTS
                                                                                      information. This is your communication
                    Send your official high-school transcripts,                       tool with the College.
                    official translations and your proof
                    of English-language proficiency to
                    admissions@bowvalleycollege.ca.

Do you need help applying to Bow Valley College? Do you need an agent to represent you? One of our Overseas Enrolment
Representatives or Authorized Recruitment Agents can help. Check bowvalleycollege.ca/prospective-international-learners.

OVERSEAS ENROLMENT REPRESENTATIVES                                AUTHORIZED RECRUITMENT AGENTS

Bow Valley College has local representatives in South East        Do you need an agent to represent you? One of our
Asia, South Asia, Latin America to help you connect with          Authorized Recruitment Agents can help. We work with over
the international education department.                           90 Authorized Recruitment Agents from around the world.

We strongly recommend applying a minimum of 12 months in advance of the intended start of your studies. It is very
important to ensure that there is sufficient time for processing your study permit application before confirming your start date.
For more information about how to apply refer to: bowvalleycollege.ca/applying/international-application

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DLI number: O19273769422

                                         Bow Valley College
                                          345 – 6 Avenue SE
                                 Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2G 4V1
                                        Phone: 403-410-3476
                              Email: international@bowvalleycollege.ca
                               international.bowvalleycollege.ca

   South East Asia Office                  South Asia Office                     Latin America Office
   Hai Nguyen (Erik Nguyen)                   Isha Sehgal                        Laura Hay / Jorge Veloz
        +84-906664394                       +91-88008-44663              +52-442-173-1858 / +52-442-247-0403
vietnam@bowvalleycollege.ca            india@bowvalleycollege.ca           latinamerica@bowvalleycollege.ca
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