University Transfer means you start studying for your degree at Douglas and transfer to another school to complete your studies. Douglas is the starting point to over 1,000 different degree programs around the world including UBC, SFU, University of Victoria, University of Toronto, University of Calgary, University of Alberta, McGill University, and many more. To learn more about how and where specific courses transfer within British Columbia, see the BC Transfer Guide.
The benefits of university transfer at Douglas College include:
- More time with professors. While university professors are often focused on research, our instructors are dedicated to teaching.
- Smaller class sizes. First-year classes at major universities can have 500 to 800 students. At Douglas, the same courses are taught in a class of 30 to 35 students. As a result, you will have the chance to engage in class discussion and develop meaningful connections with the instructor and your classmates.
- A strong return on investment. On average, international students save approximately $30,000 by taking their first and second year at Douglas and then transferring into third year at a top Canadian university.
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREES
- Anthropology - Co-op available
- Asian Studies - Co-op available
- Associate of Arts Degree – General - Co-op available
- Communications - Co-op available
- Creative Writing - Co-op available
- Criminology - Co-op available
- Economics - Co-op available
- English - Co-op available
- Environmental Studies - Co-op available
- Future Professional Pilots - Co-op available
- Gender, Sexualities and Women's Studies - Co-op available
- Geography - Co-op available
- History - Co-op available
- Intercultural and International Studies - Co-op available
- Modern Languages - Co-op available
- Music - Co-op available
- Performing and Fine Arts - Co-op available
- Philosophy - Co-op available
- Political Science - Co-op available
- Psychology - Co-op available
- Sociology - Co-op available
- Theatre - Co-op available
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREES
- Associate of Science Degree – General - Co-op available
- Biology - Co-op available
- Chemistry - Co-op available
- Geology - Co-op available
- Environmental Science - Co-op available
- Mathematics - Co-op available
BUSINESS, ENGINEERING AND COMPUTING SCIENCE UNIVERSITY TRANSFER
- Commerce and Business Administration Diploma (for students wanting to transfer to university for business studies) - Co-op available
- Engineering and Fabrication Technologies Diploma (guaranteed transfer agreement w/SFU and UVic Engineering)
- Computing Science Diploma
Our bachelor’s degrees are equivalent to those offered at universities. But here’s the difference: our degrees are applied, which means you’ll have opportunities to take what you’ve learned and actually do it – before you graduate. Our instructors work with industry professionals to ensure you get the skills and hands-on experience you need to launch a rewarding career.
Bachelor’s degrees offered to International students include:
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting (Co-op Available)
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Financial Services (Co-op Available)
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Management (Co-op Available)
- Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology
- Bachelor of Arts in Applied Criminology
- Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care
- Bachelor of Performing Arts
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Business Administration program can gain practical industry-relevant skills through one of the following concentrations:
- Financial services management
- Human resource management
- Business law
- Hospitality management
- International business management
- Project management
- Supply chain management
- Trades management
- Data Analytics in Accounting
- Not-for-profit and Public Sector Accounting
- Public Accounting
- Taxation
- Marketing
At Douglas College, we offer many one and two year career programs to help prepare you to enter a new job or upgrade to a higher position in your current field as soon as you graduate. Choose from a variety of diploma and certificate programs in business, performing arts, and more. You’ll graduate with the skills to begin working right away.
Diplomas (Two years)
- Accounting Management (Co-op available)
- Commerce and Business Administration (Co-op available)
- Computing Science
- Computing Studies and Information Systems (Co-op available)
- Criminology
- Dispensing Opticianry
- Early Childhood Education Diploma
- Engineering and Fabrication Technologies
- Financial Services Management (Co-op available)
- Foundation for Music Therapy Studies
- General Business (Co-op available)
- General Studies
- Geological Resources
- Hearing Instrument Practitioner
- Hospitality Management
- Legal Studies
- Liberal Arts
- Management (Co-op available)
- Marketing (Co-op available)
- Music
- Music Technology
- Science and Technology
- Sport Science
- Stagecraft and Event Technology
- Theatre
Certificates (One year)
Douglas College is the leading provider of post-degree programs in British Columbia. As an international student at Douglas College, you have the opportunity to pursue a one-year Post Degree Diploma (PDD) or two-year Post Baccalaureate Diploma (PBD).
Since you already have a degree, we know that you're looking for a program that will provide you with advanced skills that build upon your existing education. Our rigorous post-degree programs are comprised of upper-level courses that will equip you with the skills and knowledge that employers are looking for. You'll earn a recognized credential that can help you get a job, take your career in a new direction, expand your earning potential and, for working professionals, upgrade and broaden your skills.
Admission to these programs requires that you have a bachelor's degree.
One-year Post-Degree Diplomas (PDD)
- Accounting
- Accounting Studies
- Business Law
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Planning
- Global Banking and Economics
- Human Resources Management
- Hospitality Management
- Hospitality Marketing (Practicum option)
- Information and Communication Technology
- International Business Management
- Marketing (Internship option)
- Professional Communication
- Project Management
- Sales (Internship option)
- Supply Chain Management
Two-year Post-Baccalaureate Diplomas (PBD)
- Accounting (Co-op available)
- Advanced Human Resource Management
- Computer and Information Systems (Emerging Technology or Data Analytics) (Co-op available)
- Finance (Co-op available)
- Health Information Management (Practicum required)
- Hospitality Services Management
- International Supply Chain Management (Co-op available)
Customized Two-Year Post-Degree Programs
If you want to complete two years of study and diversify your learning and experience, we offer post-degree programs consisting of two, one-year post-degree diplomas. You’ll graduate with two credentials and a solid combination of experience and skills. Completion of two different one-year Post-Degree Diploma programs will also allow you to apply for a Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) of up to three years' duration.*
Popular customized combinations include, but are not limited to:
- International Business Management and Marketing
- International Business Management and Information and Communication Technology
- International Business Management and Accounting
- International Business Management and Project Management
- Project Management and Marketing
- Project Management and Financial Analysis
- Project Management and Information and Communication Technology
- Project Management and Accounting
*IRCC policies are subject to change at any time. For the most up-to-date policies as published by IRCC, please visit: cic.gc.ca