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Looking for a bachelor's degree? Take one course, or up to two full years at Camosun
A four-year bachelor's degree is the starting point for many professions, and each year close to 3,000 students choose Camosun as the starting point for their degree. With lower tuition, small class sizes and dedicated, qualified faculty who love to teach and care about your future, you'll be well prepared for success when you're ready to transfer.
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Need only a course or two? Choose University Transfer
In order to register for courses at Camosun, you must first apply to a program. With our University Transfer program, you can mix and match your credit courses to create an educational plan that's just right for you. Full-time, part-time, general studies or a specific focus—it's your custom program.
Option 1 – Flexible transfer program options
You can customize your own learning by choosing one of Camosun's flexible transfer programs. You get to decide which courses to take, based on your interests and your own educational and career goals.
The online BC Transfer Guide will show you which courses transfer to which universities, and Camosun staff in Admissions or Academic Advising can also help you make informed choices.
| Program | Credential | Length | School |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts and Science Studies | Diploma | 2 years | Arts & Science |
| Biology | Associate Degree | 2 years | Arts & Science |
| Digital Communication | Certificate | 8 months | Arts & Science |
| Economics | Associate Degree | 2 years | Arts & Science/Business |
| English | Associate Degree | 2 years | Arts & Science |
| General Arts | Associate Degree | 2 years | Arts & Science |
| General Science | Associate Degree | 2 years | Arts & Science |
| Pre-Social Work | Associate Degree | 2 years | Arts & Science |
| Psychology (Arts) | Associate Degree | 2 years | Arts & Science |
| University Transfer | n/a | varies | Arts & Science/Business |
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Option 2 – Career-focused programs that transfer
You don't have to choose between college and university… there's a really good chance you'll do both. Camosun's career-focused diploma programs prepare you for employment with the added benefit of transfer credit into various degree programs at selected universities throughout BC and across Canada. Best of all, you can decide when to continue your education – transfer as soon as you graduate, or work for a while first and continue your education when the time is right.
Note: This table is a handy guide to known transfers, although other transfer arrangements may also be possible. It is your responsibility to consult with the destination university regarding admission and transfer criteria, GPA requirements and application processes.
| Program | Credential | Length | School | Transfers to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applied Chemistry & Biotechnology | Diploma | 2 years | Arts & Science | Royal Roads University University of British Columbia |
| Community, Family & Child Studies | Diploma | 2 years | Health & Human Services | University of Victoria |
| Criminal Justice | Diploma | 2 years | Arts & Science | Vancouver Island University Royal Roads University Simon Fraser University Kwantlen Polytechnic University University of the Fraser Valley Lethbridge College Mount Royal University University of Alberta University of Ottawa |
| Dental Hygiene | Diploma | 2 years | Health & Human Services | University of British Columbia University of Alberta Thompson Rivers University |
| Early Learning & Care | Diploma | 2 years | Health & Human Services | University of Victoria Vancouver Island University University of the Fraser Valley Douglas College Capilano University |
| Education Assistant and Community Support | Certificate | 10 months | Health & Human | University of Victoria Vancouver Island University |
| Engineering Transfer | Certificate | 10 months | Arts & Science | University of Victoria |
| Environmental Technology | Diploma | 32 months | Arts & Science | Royal Roads University |
| Hospitality Management | Diploma | 2 years | Business | Royal Roads University |
| Visual Arts | Diploma | 2 years | Arts & Science | Emily Carr University of Art and Design Concordia University |
Not what you're looking for? See the full list of everything Camosun offers.
Option 3 – Engineering Bridge programs
Camosun offers six-month Engineering Bridge programs for technology diploma graduates who plan to continue their education at UVic or UBC. These bridge programs are open to graduates from Camosun and other Canadian post-secondary institutions.
If you are interested in Engineering Bridge but have yet to complete a technology diploma, you can start by taking one of the many technology programs offered at Camosun.
| Program | Credential | Length | School | Bridges to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering Bridge | Advanced Diploma | 27 weeks | Trades & Technology | University of British Columbia |
| Electrical & Computer Engineering Bridge | Advanced Diploma | 24 weeks | Trades & Technology | University of Victoria |
| Mechanical Engineering Bridge | Advanced Diploma | 27 weeks | Trades & Technology | University of British Columbia |
| Mechanical Engineering Bridge | Advanced Diploma | 24 weeks | Trades & Technology | University of Victoria |
| Mining Engineering Bridge | Advanced Diploma | 27 weeks | Trades & Technology | University of British Columbia |
Not what you're looking for? See the full list of everything Camosun offers.
Did you know?
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Last updated: August 25, 2022 4:27 pm
