A public polytechnic university with multiple campuses in Metro Vancouver. Offers a range of bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, and apprenticeships with a focus on applied learning.
Address: 12666 72 Avenue, V3W 2M8 Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
Design, Trades and Technology, Horticulture
Domains taught:
- Agriculture, Automation, Engineering, Industrial Design, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Software Engineering
Diplomas*:
- Associate Degree, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma
Status:
- Public
Partnerships:
Strong emphasis on applied learning and industry connections. Co-op programs and practicums integrated into many programs. Unique programs like brewing and farm-to-table.
Research:
Applied research focused on practical solutions for industry and community partners, in areas such as sustainable agriculture, design innovation, and advanced manufacturing.
Famous Alumnis:
N/A (focus on skilled professionals)
International recognition**:
Number of staff***:
1500
Current students***:
20000
Foreign students***:
20%
Cumulative former students***:
60000
Pros
Polytechnic model offering applied degrees, strong focus on hands-on learning and career preparation, multiple campus locations.
Cons
Less research-intensive than traditional universities, brand recognition still growing for its university status.
Best For
Students in Metro Vancouver seeking applied, career-oriented degrees and diplomas, particularly in design, trades, horticulture, or business.
- Agriculture, Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM), Design Thinking, Innovation, Prototyping, Sustainable Development, User-Centered Design
*: without any judgment of the quality, readers are strongly encouraged to check the official status of the exact diploma envisioned as many universities have a mix of recognized diplomas, not recognized, “co-delivered,” “equivalent to”, “some pathways” (…), can change over time, and can be named differently from one country to another.
**: international reputation: is based on some criteria that do not mean much in some domains or specialties (number of researchers, of scientific publications, on budget ….). Our approximate 1-4 scale:
- known locally
- known locally and internationally
- is listed in some of the world university’s classifications
- is listed among the 20 firsts in some of world university’s classifications
***: estimated numbers, based on online sources and/or feedbacks. The numbers can vary greatly depending on school organisation (ex.: school is part of a group, it employs internal staff or external consultants or has public staff without employing them …). Refer to all the links provided to have accurate and updated numbers.
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