Viewbook 2020–2021

YOU
BELONG
HERE
It’s never too late or too early to start working
toward your dreams. Capilano University is
a place to challenge yourself, explore your
potential and connect to new experiences
and opportunities. Whether you know
exactly where you’re headed or are still
figuring it out, we’ll help you get there.

By the end of your studies, you’ll not only have a
respected academic credential and the confidence
to tackle that first big job interview, you’ll also
have memories to last a lifetime — like the day
you met your new best friend or that feeling of
exhilaration from exceeding your own expectations.
You belong here because you’re ready to take the
next step on your journey, and have the drive and
determination to pull it off. And we’ll be here to
support you every step of the way.

Contents
Welcome to Our Backyard

2

Experiential Learning

4

Supporting Your Success

6

Your Life at CapU

8

North Shore Lifestyle

10

Welcome to the Team

12

A Place to Call Home

14

Be a Part of Our Traditions

16

Our Locations

17

Areas of Study

18

Arts & Sciences

19

Business & Professional Studies

20

Education, Health &
Human Development

21

Fine & Applied Arts

22

Global & Community Studies

23

Admission Requirements

24

Connecting to Support

26

Fees: Budgeting for Your First Year

27

3 Steps to Become a Student

28

Explore CapU Info Night

29

Capilano University is a public university fully accredited by the
Government of British Columbia (Canada) and the Northwest
Commission on Colleges and Universities (USA).
Content is current at the time of publication and subject to change.

CAPU STAFF HAVE BEEN A CONSTANT
SUPPORT FOR ME SINCE DAY ONE.
I CONSIDER CAPU MORE LIKE A

Capilano University is named after Chief Joe Capilano,
an important leader of the Squamish (Skwxwú7mesh)
Nation of the Coast Salish people. We respectfully
acknowledge that our campuses are located on the
territories of the Lil’wat, Musqueam, Sechelt (shíshálh),
Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.

2 | CAPILANO UNIVERSITY

FAMILY THAN AN INSTITUTION.”
MILI NEGI
A S S O C I AT E O F A R T S D E G R E E
(P S YC H O LO G Y ) S T U D E N T

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CLIM ATE

M AIN CA MPUS

WELCOME TO
OUR BACKYARD

Shimmering blue seas, rugged mountain
peaks and soaring old growth forests.
North Vancouver, B.C., home to Capilano
University’s main campus, is an inspiring
setting in which to learn and grow.
When the school day is done, the outdoor
adventures begin. Minutes from campus,
you’ll find hiking and mountain biking
trails, secret beaches and world-class ski
resorts with spectacular views of the
Vancouver skyline. Further up the Coast,
where CapU serves the communities of
the Sunshine Coast and the Sea-to-Sky
Corridor, you’ll discover even more ways
to enjoy the active West Coast lifestyle.

30 min.

to downtown
Vancouver

10 min.

to the beach

20 min.

to local mountains

22°C

average July high

7°C

average January high

THE NORTH SHORE IS THE BEST PLACE TO LEAD AN
ACTIVE, OUTDOOR LIFESTYLE. IT GIVES YOU THE
OPPORTUNITY TO DISCONNECT AND ENJOY THE
SIMPLE PLEASURES OF BEING OUTSIDE.”
Quarry Rock
Deep Cove, North Vancouver, B.C.
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JAMES BODNER
B A C H E LO R O F B U S I N E S S
A D M I N I S T R AT I O N S T U D E N T

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PROGRA MS

EXPERIENTIAL
LEARNING
AT ITS
BEST

At CapU, learning happens in
unexpected places. It might be a film
set in the forest, an aquatic ecology
seminar at a local stream or a Dragon’s
Den-style marketing pitch in a corporate
boardroom. What all these experiences
have in common is a hands-on approach
to learning and problem solving in
small, interactive classes that address
real-world challenges. You’ll build the
skills, knowledge and experience to
launch your career with confidence.

97

programs offered

13

bachelor’s degrees

25

students in an average class

20

study abroad destinations
to choose from

CAPU HAS GIVEN ME THE OPPORTUNITY
TO LEARN FROM INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS
AND WORK ON THE KINDS OF STORIES I
WANT TO SEE IN THEATRES. I’M GRATEFUL
FOR SUCH HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
AS IT’S TAUGHT ME THE VALUE OF
EACH ROLE ON SET.”
CapU Main Campus
North Vancouver, B.C.
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VERONICA ANDERSON
B A C H E LO R O F M OT I O N
PICTURE ARTS STUDENT

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SUCCESS RATE

SUPPORTING
YOUR
SUCCESS

University life is challenging, but you
are not alone! We want you to thrive
and achieve your goals, whatever being
successful means to you. That’s why
we created the Learning Commons, a
dynamic hub to study, exchange ideas,
connect with peer mentors and get
help from instructors. Located in the
Centre for Student Success, it’s a vibrant
learning space at the heart of the CapU
campus where you’ll discover a wide
range of support services and a
welcoming student community.

95%
95%

of CapU bachelor’s
degree grads are satisfied
with their education
B.C. Student Outcomes Baccalaureate
Graduates Survey (2016–2018)

of CapU bachelor’s degree
grads are in the labour force
B.C. Student Outcomes Baccalaureate
Graduates Survey (2016–2018)

THE LEARNING COMMONS IS A GREAT
PLACE TO STUDY AND THE RESOURCES
THERE TAKE A HUGE STRESS OFF OF BEING
A STUDENT. IF I EVER HAVE A MATH OR
ENGLISH QUESTION, I CAN JUST POP
BY THE DESK AND ASK.”
Learning Commons
CapU Main Campus
North Vancouver, B.C.
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JACQUELINE PILCHER
B A C H E LO R O F B U S I N E S S
A D M I N I S T R AT I O N S T U D E N T

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CA MPUS LIFE

YOUR
LIFE AT
CAPU

What do you like to do? At CapU, there’s
always something exciting about to begin.
Toss coloured powder into the crowd at
Holi Festival. Watch snowboarders ride
the rails at the Uncapped Rail Jam.
Or, dance the night away on an evening
cruise at Rock the Boat. From student
clubs and peer mentoring opportunities
to film screenings and live performances
at the BlueShore Theatre, there’s no
shortage of student activities on and off
campus. Visit the Student Life Hub to
find out how to get involved. CapU is an
inviting community and there's a place
for you here.

9,032

students enrolled in
for-credit programs

430

Indigenous students

2,493

international students
from 80 countries

36

student clubs
and associations

I'VE DONE SO MUCH AT CAPU—WRITING
FOR THE STUDENT NEWSPAPER, TAKING
PART IN CHATLIVE DISCUSSIONS AND
SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES, SERVING
ON THE BOARDS OF THE UNIVERSITY AND
CAPILANO STUDENTS' UNION. IT'S BEEN A
VALUABLE EXPERIENCE AND I'VE MADE
TONS OF FRIENDS.”
World of Colour Holi Event
CapU Main Campus
North Vancouver, B.C.
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HASSAN MERALI
B A C H E LO R O F A R T S W I T H A
MAJOR IN LIBERAL STUDIES STUDENT

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LOCATION

EXPLORE THE
NORTH SHORE
LIFESTYLE

Beyond the campus, you’ll find a vibrant
arts, culture and culinary scene. From the
trendy shops and art galleries on Lonsdale
to the craft breweries, live music and food
trucks along the North Shore waterfront,
there’s a lot to explore. And now CapU is
there too. In the heart of the bustling
Shipyards area is CapU Lonsdale, a new
location for you to launch into learning.

12 min.

SeaBus ride
(Lonsdale Quay to
downtown Vancouver)

5 km

distance from
CapU Lonsdale
to main campus

THE NORTH SHORE IS SO UNIQUE
BECAUSE YOU GET A LITTLE BIT OF
EVERYTHING—SHOPS, CAFÉS AND
RESTAURANTS—WITH THAT RELAXED
WEST COAST VIBE.”
Lower Lonsdale
North Vancouver, B.C.
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ALEJANDRA RIVERA
B A C H E LO R O F C O M M U N I C AT I O N
STUDIES DEGREE

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BLUES ATHLETICS

WELCOME TO
THE TEAM

Whether you want to push your limits as
a varsity student-athlete, cheer from the
stands at a Blues home game or simply
keep fit, there are plenty of ways to get
your game on at CapU. The University
offers an exceptional athletics program
with varsity men’s and women’s teams in
soccer, basketball and volleyball led by
award-winning coaches. The Centre for
Sport and Wellness offers a well-equipped
weight room, drop-in activities such as
yoga, badminton, futsal and spikeball,
as well as a competitive recreational
basketball league.

14

National Championships

59

Provincial Championships

192

National Scholars

9

National Players of the Year

I CAME IN EXPECTING TO PLAY
ONE YEAR AND ENDED UP PLAYING
FOR FIVE. I MADE SO MANY GREAT
FRIENDSHIPS, MEMORIES AND
EXPERIENCES THAT WILL STAY
WITH ME FOREVER.”
Burnaby Lake Sports Complex
Burnaby, B.C.
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HUDSON NELLES, SOCCER
B A C H E LO R O F B U S I N E S S
A D M I N I S T R AT I O N S T U D E N T

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AT HOME

A PLACE
TO CALL
HOME

Join the CapU Residence community!
It’s convenient, affordable and located
just minutes from campus, making your
commute a breeze. You’ll receive a
fully-furnished room, fresh food prepared
daily in the residence dining hall, dining
dollars for on-campus meals, high-speed
Wi-Fi, free laundry and access to shared
TV lounges and study spaces. Meet your
future besties while living in a friendly,
supportive and inclusive environment.

293

students live
in residence

112,672

meals served in
residence in one year

3,404

packages and letters
delivered to residence
in one year

29

countries represented
by students living in
residence

LIVING IN RESIDENCE WAS ONE OF THE BEST
DECISIONS I MADE GOING INTO FIRST YEAR.
IT ALLOWED ME TO LIVE CLOSE TO CAMPUS AND
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE MANY RESOURCES
PROVIDED, PLUS I MADE FRIENDS AND BECAME
MORE INVOLVED IN STUDENT LIFE.”
CapU Residence
North Vancouver, B.C.
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BROOKE MORIARITY
B A C H E LO R O F TO U R I S M
MANAGEMENT STUDENT

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(Lil’wat)
WHISTLER & MT. CURRIE

BE A PART OF
OUR TRADITIONS

SQUAMISH
(Skwxwú7mesh)
British
Columbia

Capilano University is committed to Truth and Reconciliation and to
ensuring that all students have a positive experience at CapU. You’ll
discover that Indigenous culture, language and traditions are woven
into the University’s most important ceremonies—from New Student
Orientation, where we welcome you to our community,
to Convocation, where we celebrate your achievements.

Vancouver

CANADA

SEA-TO-SKY
CORRIDOR

(shíshálh)
SECHELT

kálax-ay
SUNSHINE
COAST
CAMPUS

SUNSHINE
COAST

(Tsleil-Waututh
& Skwxwú7mesh)
CAPU MAIN
CAMPUS

Named after the shíshálh word for ocean
spray bush, CapU’s kálax-ay Sunshine Coast
campus offers programming in early childhood
education, academic upgrading, health care,
business and more. capilanou.ca/sunshine-coast

MY EXPERIENCE AT CONVOCATION WAS
BEYOND WORDS. BEING ABLE TO INCORPORATE
PARTS OF MY INDIGENOUS CULTURE FOR A
CEREMONY CELEBRATING AN ACHIEVEMENT
WAS HUGE, AND WITNESSING THE DRUMMING

OUR
LOCATIONS

CAPU
LONSDALE

NORTH
VANCOUVER

Downtown
Vancouver

PACIFIC
OCEAN

VANCOUVER

YVR
Airport

Capilano University serves the communities of Metro Vancouver,
the Sunshine Coast, Sea-to-Sky Corridor and Mount Currie, as well as
almost 2,500 international students annually from across the globe.

WAS UNFORGETTABLE.”
Convocation Ceremony
CapU Main Campus
North Vancouver, B.C.
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NICK DANGELI
INDIGENOUS INDEPENDENT
D I G I TA L F I L M M A K I N G D I P LO M A

VANCOUVER
ISLAND

STATE OF
WASHINGTON,
U.S.A.
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AREAS OF STUDY
ARTS & SCIENCES

PROGR AMS

ƒƒ Health Care Assistant

GLOBAL &
COMMUNIT Y STUDIES

School of Business

ƒƒ Music Therapy

School of Global Stewardship

ƒƒ Anthropology

ƒƒ Accounting Assistant

ƒƒ Rehabilitation Assistant

ƒƒ Global Stewardship

ƒƒ Applied Behaviour
Analysis (Autism)

ƒƒ Business Administration

School of Human Kinetics

Arts (School of Humanities and
School of Social Sciences)

ƒƒ Art History
ƒƒ Chinese (Mandarin)
ƒƒ Creative Writing
ƒƒ Criminology
ƒƒ Economics
ƒƒ English
ƒƒ French

BUSINESS &
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

ARTS & SCIENCES

ƒƒ International Management

School of Education and
Childhood Studies

ƒƒ North American Business
Management

ƒƒ Early Childhood Care
and Education

ƒƒ North American Business
Management Applied

ƒƒ Education Assistant

ƒƒ North American and
International Management

FINE & APPLIED ARTS

ƒƒ Outdoor Recreation
Management

IDEA School of Design

School of Public Administration

ƒƒ Retail Business Fundamentals

ƒƒ Geography

School of Communication

ƒƒ History

ƒƒ Communication Studies

ƒƒ Japanese

School of Legal Studies

ƒƒ Liberal Studies
ƒƒ Lil’wat Nation Language
and Culture
ƒƒ Linguistics
ƒƒ Philosophy
ƒƒ Political Science
ƒƒ Psychology
ƒƒ Sechelt Nation Language
and Culture
ƒƒ Sociology

School of Allied Health

ƒƒ Legal Administrative Assistant
ƒƒ Legal Studies (Paralegal)
ƒƒ Paralegal
EDUCATION, HE ALTH &
HUM AN DE VELOPMENT
School of Access and
Academic Preparation
ƒƒ Adult Basic Education

ƒƒ Design in Visual Communication
School of Motion Picture Arts
ƒƒ 2D Animation and
Visual Development
ƒƒ 3D Animation for
Film and Games
ƒƒ Animation Fundamentals
ƒƒ Costuming for Stage
and Screen
ƒƒ Digital Visual Effects
ƒƒ Documentary
ƒƒ Indigenous Independent
Digital Filmmaking
ƒƒ Lighting for Digital
Imaging and Film

ƒƒ Spanish

ƒƒ Business Administration
Pathway

ƒƒ Squamish Nation Language
and Culture

ƒƒ College and University
Preparation

ƒƒ Women’s and Gender Studies

ƒƒ Community Capacity Building

School of Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics
(STEM)

ƒƒ Community Leadership
and Social Change

School of Performing Arts

ƒƒ Early Childhood Care
and Education Pathway

ƒƒ Arts and Entertainment
Management

ƒƒ Biology
ƒƒ Chemistry
ƒƒ Computing and Data Science
ƒƒ Engineering
ƒƒ Engineering Transition
ƒƒ Mathematics and Statistics

ƒƒ Education and
Employment Access
ƒƒ English for Academic Purposes
ƒƒ University One for
Aboriginal Learners

ƒƒ Physics

CONTINUING STUDIES

Continuing Studies offers a diverse portfolio of non-credit courses.
From professional upgrading to creative and leisure pursuits, Continuing
Studies has something for a wide range of learners. Courses typically
cover subject areas such as careers and skills development, computers
and digital technologies, arts, languages and more. We also offer
custom programs for domestic and international groups and
organizations. capilanou.ca/continuing-studies
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ƒƒ Human Kinetics
School of Outdoor
Recreation Management

ƒƒ Local Government
Administration
ƒƒ Local Government
Leadership Development
School of Tourism
Management
ƒƒ Global Hospitality and
Tourism Management
ƒƒ Tourism Management
ƒƒ Tourism Management
Co-op Education
ƒƒ Tourism Management
for International Students
ƒƒ Tourism Marketing

ƒƒ Grip Work for Digital
Imaging and Film
ƒƒ Motion Picture Arts
ƒƒ Acting for Stage and Screen

ƒƒ Conducting in Music
ƒƒ Jazz Studies
ƒƒ Music
ƒƒ Musical Theatre
ƒƒ Performing Arts
ƒƒ Technical Theatre

DESCRIPTION

ARTS (SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES)
Bachelor of Arts Degree — Applied
Behaviour Analysis (Autism)
4 years (120 credits)
W
Full-time or part-time

Build the specialized skills to work with children, youth and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The
program blends rigorous academic training with a supervised practicum. Graduates are eligible to sit for
the Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) exam.

Applied Behaviour Analysis (Autism)
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma
2 years (45 credits)
W
Full-time or part-time

Designed for those with an existing bachelor’s degree, this program prepares you for a career working with
children, youth and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The program blends rigorous academic training
with a supervised practicum. Graduates are eligible to sit for the Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst
(BCaBA) exam.

Applied Behaviour Analysis (Autism)
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
2 years (18 credits)
Part-time

Designed for those who only need the verified course sequence required to become a Board Certified Assistant
Behavior Analyst, this program prepares you for a career working with children, youth and adults with Autism
Spectrum Disorder. Graduates who complete the verified course sequence and independently obtain the
experiential requirements are eligible to sit for the Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) exam.

Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major
in Liberal Studies
4 years (120 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Build your own interdisciplinary degree based on your educational and professional goals with courses from
the Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences and beyond. Graduates work as educators, lawyers, social workers,
library and information science professionals, entrepreneurs and more.

Academic Studies Diploma
Full-time or part-time (60 credits)

This credential recognizes completion of 60 credits of course work from a wide variety of disciplines.

Associate of Arts Degree
2 years (60 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Explore and build your own program of study while you gain a foundation in a range of academic disciplines,
as well as critical thinking, writing and research skills. Ladders into third-year studies at CapU and beyond.

Associate of Arts Degree — Creative Writing
2 years (60 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Hone your writing under the guidance of practicing writers. In first year, you'll study multiple genres, branching
out in second year to explore poetry, fiction, non-fiction, playwriting and writing for children. Earn an associate
degree plus English and Creative Writing credits. Ladders into third-year studies at CapU and beyond.

Associate of Arts Degree — English
2 years (60 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Take a comprehensive foundation of courses in Arts & Sciences with a literature specialization. You will have
the opportunity to think critically about traditional and experimental English literature in a wide variety of genres
and in the context of contemporary issues. Ladders into third-year studies at CapU and beyond.

Associate of Arts Degree — Psychology
2 years (60 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Learn the science, history and theories of psychology and explore the fundamentals behind the science
of human behaviour. You will gain valuable skills in research, writing, critical thinking and problem solving,
while learning about the human experience. Ladders into third-year studies at CapU and beyond.

Academic Studies Diploma
Full-time or part-time (60 credits)

This credential recognizes the completion of 60 credits of course work from a wide variety of disciplines.

Lil’wat Nation Language
and Culture Certificate
Part-time (30 credits)

Designed to give current and future Lil’wat language teachers training in the Lil’wat language and a deeper
understanding of the Lil’wat culture (from a Lil’wat perspective).

Sechelt Nation Language
and Culture Certificate
Part-time (30 credits)

Designed to give current and future Sechelt language teachers training in the Sechelt language and a
deeper understanding of the Sechelt culture (from a Sechelt perspective).

Squamish Nation Language
and Culture Certificate
Part-time (30 credits)

Designed to give current and future Squamish language teachers training in the Squamish language and a
deeper understanding of the Squamish culture (from a Squamish perspective).

SCHOOL OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS (STEM)
Associate of Science Degree
2 years (60 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Offering maximum flexibility, this credential allows you to take a broad range of first- and second-year
science courses along with general electives. Ladders into third-year studies at CapU and beyond.

Associate of Science Degree — Biology
2 years (64 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Gain a solid foundation in biology and open the door to diverse career opportunities in the life sciences. The
multidisciplinary and lab-focused curriculum emphasizes the academic and applied skill sets needed to pursue
opportunities in a range of fields including health, biotechnology, conservation and resource management.
Ladders into third-year studies at CapU and beyond.

Engineering Certificate
1 year (43 credits)
Full-time

Designed for strong high school graduates and highly motivated post-secondary science students, this program
offers a comprehensive first-year university transfer program in engineering. Upon transferring to another B.C.
institution, alumni typically only require three additional years to complete their degree.

Engineering Transition Diploma
2 years (64 credits)
Full-time

Designed for mature students and recent high school graduates who lack the prerequisites for entry into
a traditional engineering program, this program provides a pathway to obtain an applied science degree.
Upon transferring to another B.C. institution, alumni typically only require three additional years to
complete their degree.

EXECUTIVE EDUCATION

CapU Exec Ed offers courses, workshops and programs in
fundamental management and business areas such as leadership,
strategic management, financial management, project management,
strategic communications, marketing, human resources, business
operations and more. We offer open-enrolment courses for individuals
and custom solutions for domestic and international organizations.
capilanou.ca/execed

CapU–Main
CapU–Sunshine Coast
Ts'zil Learning Centre–Mt. Currie
Off campus

Starts in September
Starts in January
Starts in Summer

W Work Practicum/Co-op
Study Abroad
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BUSINESS &
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
PROGR AMS

DESCRIPTION

EDUCATION, HEALTH &
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
PROGR AMS

DESCRIPTION

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND CHILDHOOD STUDIES

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Bachelor of Business Administration Degree
4 years (120 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Gain a strong foundation of business knowledge in the first two years, then continue on the general business
track or develop expertise in one of the following concentrations: accounting, financial planning, human resource
management, international business & logistics or marketing. Graduates become leaders and entrepreneurs.

Business Administration Diploma
2 years (60 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Acquire the skills and knowledge required to be an effective manager or business professional. The first year
of the program provides a solid foundation in business, while the second year offers the opportunity to
specialize in a particular area. Ladders into the Business Administration degree.

Advanced Business Administration Certificate
1 year (30 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Develop the basic management skills to get started in a business career or launch a business.
Ladders into the Business Administration diploma and degree.

Business Administration Certificate
1 year (18 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Develop the basic management skills to get started in a business career or launch a business.
Ladders into the Business Administration diploma and degree.

International Management Graduate
Diploma (and M.Sc. International
Business — U of Hertfordshire)
1 year (36 credits)
Full-time

Master the skills and knowledge to pursue a global career in business, and study in England for one term.
Graduates earn an International Management graduate diploma from CapU and a Master of Science in
International Business from the University of Hertfordshire in the United Kingdom.

North American Business Management
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma
1 year (36 credits)
W
Full-time or part-time

Designed for international students and new immigrants with an undergraduate degree, this program gives
you the opportunity to gain North American business credentials and hands-on work experience. Develop
expertise in a chosen concentration: marketing, human resources, international strategy & entrepreneurship
and finance & investment.

North American Business Management
Applied Post-Baccalaureate Diploma
16 months (45 credits)
W
Full-time or part-time

Designed for international students and new immigrants with an undergraduate degree, this accelerated
program gives you the opportunity to gain North American business credentials and hands-on work
experience. Concentrations are available in marketing, human resources, international strategy &
entrepreneurship and finance & investment.

North American and International
Management Graduate Diploma
2 years (72 credits)
W
Full-time or part-time

Designed for international students and new immigrants, this program focuses on Canadian-specific and
international business issues and trends. You will develop an awareness of differences in the cultural,
socio-economic and political context of international business operations. Includes a six-month period of
study at the University of Hertfordshire in the United Kingdom.

Retail Business Fundamentals Certificate
8 months (30 credits)
Full-time, part-time available

Build fundamental skills in business math, accounting, communications, retail marketing and management.
Gain the confidence to step into the workforce directly upon graduation, or continue your studies. Ladders
into Business Administration diploma and degree.

Business Administration Pathway
8 months (33 credits)
Full-time

Designed for international students, this program allows you to improve your English language skills
while earning 15 credits toward a business credential.

Accounting Assistant Diploma
2 years (60 credits)
W
Full-time, part-time available in 2nd year

Gain the practical accounting skills, computer competence and basic management expertise to succeed in the
workplace. You will gain a solid foundation in accounting/bookkeeping and general business knowledge with
courses in management, quantitative methods, business law, finance, economics and communications.

Accounting Assistant Certificate
8 months (30 credits)
W
Full-time

Learn skills in accounting, bookkeeping, computer applications and office procedures. Graduates find
employment as accounting assistants, accounts payable or receivable clerks and bookkeepers, or
perform the account functions of their own business. Offered every other year on the Sunshine Coast.

SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION
Bachelor of Communication Studies Degree
4 years (120 credits)
W
Full-time or part-time

Develop expertise in public relations, publishing, mediation, crisis communications, journalism and
communication policy and law. Fusing theory and practice in a project-based curriculum, the focus
is on strategic communication.

Communication Studies Diploma
2 years (60 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Prepare for a career as a communications professional in areas such as journalism, writing, editing, publishing,
policy analysis and communications management. Ladders into the Communications Studies degree.

SCHOOL OF LEGAL STUDIES

Bachelor of Early Childhood Care
and Education Degree
4 years (121.5 credits)
W
Full-time and part-time

Gain advanced perspectives through courses that blend theory, practice and research. You will be encouraged
to engage in critically reflective practice, working to create classrooms of social justice and equity. Courses in the
first two years meet the requirements of the Early Childhood Education Basic, Infant & Toddler and Special
Needs certificates.

Early Childhood Care and Education
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma
1 year (30 credits)
Full-time and part-time

Designed for elementary school teachers who have a bachelor’s degree in education, this program allows you
to gain new skills and broaden your understanding of the pedagogical approaches shaping early childhood care
and education. Graduates may apply to the Teacher Qualification Service for credential recognition.

Early Childhood Care and Education Diploma
2 years (62.5 credits)
W
Full-time and part-time

Develop the competencies to work with children under the age of five in licensed preschools and childcare centres.
Graduates may apply to the Early Childhood Educator Registry for the Early Childhood Care and Education Basic,
Infant & Toddler and Special Needs certificates. Ladders into the Bachelor of Early Childhood Care and Education.

Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate
42.5 credits
Part-time

Develop the basic competencies to work with children under the age of five in licensed preschools
and childcare centres. Ladders into the Early Childhood Care and Education diploma and degree.

Early Childhood Care and Education Pathway
8 months (30 credits)
Full-time

Designed for international students, this program allows you to improve your English language skills
while earning nine credits toward a credential in Early Childhood Care and Education.

Education Assistant Certificate
18 months (30 credits)
W
Full-time and part-time

Learn practical strategies for working with children and adolescents who present with a wide range of
abilities. Supervised by teachers, graduates support students in Kindergarten to Grade 12.

SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH
Bachelor of Music Therapy Degree
4.5 years (124 credits)
W
Full-time (enter program at year 3)

Learn how to use music as a transformative change agent with children with autism, adults with mental health
challenges and elderly people with dementia. Graduates work in hospitals, clinics, community centres, group
homes and private practice.

Health Care Assistant Certificate
28 weeks (30 credits)
W
Full-time, at least two offerings per year

Gain the knowledge and skills to provide personal care to clients and residents in complex care, specialized
dementia care, selected acute care settings and in the community.

Rehabilitation Assistant Diploma
16 months (63 credits)
W
Full-time

Develop the skills to work in acute care and rehab hospitals with clients who need support in some area of
daily living. This is the only program in Canada that combines training in occupational therapy, physiotherapy
and speech/language audiology therapy.

SCHOOL OF ACCESS AND ACADEMIC PREPAR ATION
Adult Basic Education (ABE)
Self-paced or paced

Complete university prerequisites, improve your GPA or work toward Grade 12 equivalency in preparation for
post-secondary studies. Upgrade your skills in English, math, chemistry, physics, biology, history and computers.

College and University Preparation Citation
4 months (6 credits)
Full-time

Gain the academic skills you need to transition into full-time university programs. Brush up on your writing,
critical thinking and reading skills in an engaging and supportive learning environment.

Community Capacity Building Citation
8 months (6 credits)
Part-time

Designed for those with experience working or volunteering in the community sector, this program prepares
you for community leadership roles and entry-level positions in community outreach, activity coordination
and support group facilitation. Ladders into the Community Leadership and Social Change program.

Community Leadership and Social
Change Diploma
2 years (60 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Build the skills and knowledge for careers in the community sector emphasizing community development,
social change and social justice. Graduates find employment in a broad range of jobs in the non-profit sector,
and pursue further post-secondary education in community-related fields.

Education and Employment Access Certificate
8 months (25.5 credits)
W
Full-time

Designed for those living with a learning disability or a social, physical or mental health challenge, this
program helps you transition from high school to post-secondary education and meaningful employment.

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
Full-time

Improve your English language skills in preparation for academic post-secondary study. EAP prepares you to research and
write academic essays, read academic textbooks and articles, understand academic lectures and deliver presentations.

Bachelor of Legal Studies (Paralegal) Degree
4 years (123 credits)
W
Full-time, part-time option available

Gain the skills and knowledge for a career as a paralegal. Graduates perform procedural and substantive legal
work under the supervision of lawyers in law offices, government agencies and corporate legal departments.

Business Administration Pathway
8 months (33 credits)
Full-time

Designed for international students, this program allows you to improve your English language skills
while earning 15 credits toward a business credential.

Paralegal Diploma
2 years (69 credits)
Full-time

Designed for those who have already completed two years of post-secondary education, this program will give
you the training to become a paralegal. Graduates perform procedural and substantive legal work under the
supervision of lawyers in law offices, government agencies and corporate legal departments.

Early Childhood Care and Education Pathway
8 months (30 credits)
Full-time

Designed for international students, this program allows you to improve your English while earning nine
credits toward a credential in Early Childhood Care and Education.

Paralegal Certificate
30 credits
Part-time evenings or part-time online

Designed for those who are already working in the legal field, this program allows you to study part-time on
campus or online while employed in a legal setting. Graduates perform procedural and substantive legal work
under the supervision of lawyers in law offices, government agencies and corporate legal departments.

Designed for Indigenous students who want to brush up on their writing, math and study skills, this program
helps you build the skills and confidence to transition to further post-secondary education.

Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate
8 months, full-time (33 credits)
W
2 years, part-time (online)
W

Offered full-time on campus and part-time online, this program provides training in traditional administrative
skills and legal procedures. Graduates find work as legal administrative assistants in law offices, government
agencies and corporate legal departments.

University One for Aboriginal
Learners Certificate
8 months (18 credits)
Full-time

W

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CapU–Main
CapU–Sunshine Coast
Ts'zil Learning Centre–Mt. Currie
Off campus

Starts in September
Starts in January
Starts in Summer

W Work Practicum/Co-op
Study Abroad
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FINE & APPLIED ARTS
PROGR AMS

DESCRIPTION

SCHOOL OF MOTION PICTURE ARTS
Bachelor of Motion Picture Arts Degree
4 years (123 credits)
W
Full-time

Learn from industry professionals and build technical knowledge and creative confidence, while exploring different
filmmaking roles. The first two years focus on application and technical proficiency, while the upper years emphasize
content creation and mastery. Continuation into third year is competitive, so some students exit with a diploma after two years.

Costuming for Stage and Screen Diploma
2 years (64.5 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Discover the creative and technical aspects of costuming. You'll learn costume history, textiles, cutting and
construction techniques, wardrobe management and design, and gain hands-on experience working on theatre
and film productions. Graduates are qualified for entry-level positions in film and theatre costuming departments.

Documentary Certificate
8 months (33 credits)
Full-time

Develop the storytelling skills needed to produce, direct, shoot, edit and promote your non-fiction content
at an emerging professional level in this intensive program that immerses you in the art and production of
documentary cinema.

Indigenous Independent Digital
Filmmaking Diploma
2 years (62.5 credits)
Full-time

Designed for Indigenous students interested in film and TV production, this program will teach you everything
from scriptwriting to shooting and post-production. Graduates have gone on to crew in all production departments
and work on their own productions. Ladders into the third year of the Bachelor of Motion Picture Arts.

Lighting for Digital Imaging and Film
1 month intensive (3 credits)
Full-time

Prepare for an entry-level position in the lighting departments of mainstream and independent film
production companies with this hands-on summer intensive course designed by industry professionals.

Grip Work for Digital Imaging and Film
1 month intensive (3 credits)
Full-time

Get ready for a role as a grip in motion picture, digital imaging and commercial production. Practical
training helps you build the skills to be effective and safe at an entry level, and provides the foundation
for rapid on-the-job advancement.

2D Animation and Visual Development Diploma
2 years (62.25 credits)
Full-time

Learn drawing, design and hand-drawn animation techniques. Graduates work in the animation industry locally
and internationally, as 2D animators, character designers, storyboard artists, background artists, layout
designers and concept artists.

3D Animation for Film and Games Diploma
2 years (64.5 credits)
Full-time

Build the skills necessary to bring 3D computer-generated characters and environments to life. Learn from
industry professionals how to create the next generation of 3D animated productions. Graduates find work
as modelers, texture artists, technical artists, lighters and animators in the TV, film and game industries.

Animation Fundamentals Citation
2 months (7.5 credits)
Full-time

Learn and practice animation techniques in this introductory program, which covers animation drawing,
design and principles, as well as digital animation.

Digital Visual Effects Diploma
2 years (60 credits)
Full-time

Discover how to create realistic computer-generated imagery for the film and TV industries that seamlessly
matches live action film. Specialize in matte painting, set extension, prop building, effects, lighting, compositing
and more. Collaborate on projects with other students while gaining practical on-the-job skills.​

SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS
Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Degree
4 years (127 credits or 131.5 credits)
Full-time and part-time

Develop your skills in jazz performance, composition and music education with one of Canada’s top jazz
training programs. You have the option of focusing your degree on education or performance/composition.
Graduates become successful performers, composers and music teachers.

Bachelor of Performing Arts Degree
9 months (120 credits)
Full-time (enter program at year 4)

This one-of-a-kind capstone degree, offered in partnership with Douglas College, provides hands-on practice for
the performance creator and cultural entrepreneur. Earn the last 33 credits of a bachelor’s degree while you gain
the expertise to take your career as a performance maker, producer, manager or administrator to the next level.

Music Diploma
2 years (62 credits)
Full-time and part-time

Explore your creative potential in this program which integrates theoretical, historical and performance
studies and offers concentrations in piano, voice, guitar, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and
composition. Credits transfer to a Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Music Therapy degree.

Conducting in Music Certificate
8 months (20 credits)
Full-time, part-time available

Designed for active teachers and musicians, this program is set up so that you can continue to work while
attending classes in the evening. You will learn how to conduct choral and instrumental ensembles
effectively and confidently.

Arts and Entertainment Management Diploma
2 years (60 credits)
W
Full-time or part-time

Get ready for a fast-paced career in the art and entertainment industry. In first year, you will learn about the
industry, computer applications, production and design, and record label and festival management. In the
second year, you'll gain real-world experience in an external practicum with a professional organization.

Advanced Arts and Entertainment
Management Certificate
12 months (34 credits)
W
Full-time

Designed for individuals with some post-secondary or work experience, this program offers a unique blend of
course and practicum experience in the arts and entertainment industry. You will gain insights into all aspects
of arts and entertainment management, including marketing, resource development and financial, tour,
production and artist management.

Acting for Stage and Screen Diploma
3 years (101 credits)
Full-time

Prepare for a professional acting career in theatre, television and film. The first year introduces you to acting
for stage and screen, improv, voice, movement, history and backstage work. The final two years emphasize
performance and professional skills as well as directing and acting in film and theatre productions.

Musical Theatre Diploma
3 years (97 credits)
Full-time

Refine your performance skills in acting, singing, dancing, screen acting, audition techniques and voice-over
while you learn the business side of the musical theatre profession. This intensive program consists of
35 hours of weekly studio time with opportunities to perform in most terms.

Technical Theatre Diploma
2 years (63 credits)
Full-time, part-time available

Build a solid foundation in stagecraft by applying a variety of skills and tools in lighting, sound, scenic construction,
prop making, scenic paint and stage management to produce numerous productions. You will gain hands-on
experience providing support for live events in the BlueShore Centre for the Performing Arts at CapU.

GLOBAL &
COMMUNITY STUDIES
PROGR AMS

DESCRIPTION

SCHOOL OF TOURISM MANAGEMENT
Bachelor of Tourism Management Degree
4 years (120 credits)
W
Full-time, part-time option available

Designed for students working towards senior-level tourism positions, this program builds your leadership and
strategic business management expertise and helps you gain hands-on skills through an accredited co-op work
term. You may choose to do a Hotel and Resort or Adventure concentration. Leads to careers in management,
event planning, sales, travel activity design and more.

Global Hospitality and Tourism Management
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma
2 years (45 credits)
W
Full-time

Elevate your hospitality career through this program which is designed to develop future managers and leaders
in the global hospitality and tourism industries. Train in key areas of tourism management including revenue
management, tourism planning and policy, service management, convention management, hotel operations
and cross-cultural tourism. Leads to careers in management, conference services and hotel operations.

Tourism Management Co-op
Education Diploma
2 years (60 credits)
W
Full-time, part-time option available

Learn about core tourism management functions, plus build connections with industry and job skills on a
four-month accredited co-op work term. Explore electives such as hotel, adventure, events, eco-tourism
and tourism planning. Ladders into the Bachelor of Tourism Management.

Tourism Management for
International Students Diploma
2 years (60 credits)
W
Full-time

Designed for international students with English as a second language, this program teaches you about the
core tourism management functions, builds connections with industry and provides hands on experience
through a 280-hour work practicum. Courses include sales, events, revenue management and tourism
operations. Ladders into the Bachelor of Tourism Management.

Tourism Marketing Citation
18 credits
Part-time

This introductory program enables you to get started on your tourism studies, while you work on the
prerequisites to enter the diploma or degree program. Learn the basics of tourism sales and marketing
and explore your interests with an elective in eco-tourism, hotels, events and more.

SCHOOL OF OUTDOOR RECREATION
Outdoor Recreation Management Diploma
16 months (65 credits)
W
Full-time

Connect your passion for the outdoors with a career. Through a curriculum that combines engaging classroom
study with field trips and a work practicum, you will gain the skills and knowledge to contribute to a dynamic
industry. Leads to careers in adventure tourism, parks management, conservation, as well as outdoor education
and instruction/guiding. Continue your studies by laddering into the Bachelor of Tourism Management
Adventure concentration.

SCHOOL OF GLOBAL STEWARDSHIP
Associate of Arts Degree – Global Stewardship
2 years (67 credits)
Full-time or part-time

Through an innovative curriculum combining classroom study and engaged service learning, you will gain the
knowledge and skills to become a change maker. Graduates find employment in the non-governmental organization
(NGO) sector and complete bachelor’s degrees in areas such as liberal studies, geography, political studies,
international relations, anthropology, international development or social work. Ladders into third-year studies.

SCHOOL OF HUMAN KINETICS
Human Kinetics Diploma
2 years (60 credits)
Full-time (transfer to year 3 UBC)
2 options: Exercise Science or Physical Education

Turn your passion for sport and fitness into a career with this program which offers an exercise science and
physical education stream. Graduates pursue careers in coaching, physical education, sports psychology and
fitness and recreational leadership or continue on into the third year of the Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology at UBC.

SCHOOL OF PUBLIC ADMINISTR ATION
Local Government Administration Diploma
60 credits
Part-time

Gain an in-depth understanding of local government in B.C. You will be able to identify, analyze and recommend
solutions to workplace challenges while strengthening your research, communication and management skills.
All courses apply toward the Provincial Board of Examiners certificates, which are recognized by local
government employers across B.C.

Local Government Administration
(Advanced) Certificate
45 credits
Part-time

Build a career as a leader and change agent in local governments including municipalities, regional districts,
First Nations governments, improvement districts and related agencies throughout B.C. This program will
help advance your career by improving your understanding of current local government issues, public policy
development and corporate administration, while also improving your research, communication and
management skills.

Local Government Administration Certificate
15 credits
Part-time

This program was designed for people working for a municipality, regional district, First Nation government,
improvement district or supporting agency. You will gain a broader understanding of local government in B.C.,
develop new skills you can apply right away and learn from local government leaders and colleagues.

Local Government Leadership
Development Certificate
18 credits
Part-time

Designed for local government professionals with at least two years in a management or supervisory role
who want to take on more senior roles, this program gives you the knowledge, skills and abilities you need to
be a more effective manager and leader.

IDEA SCHOOL OF DESIGN
Bachelor of Design in Visual
Communication Degree
4 years (124 credits)
W
Full-time

Prepare for a rewarding career as a creative professional. This program provides training from the ground up
and allows you to specialize in branding, illustration or interactive design. Courses are taught by working
professionals in a collaborative setting, and graduates are recognized and hired for their industry-readiness.

CapU–Main
CapU–Sunshine Coast
Ts'zil Learning Centre–Mt. Currie
Off campus

Starts in September
Starts in January
Starts in Summer

W Work Practicum/Co-op
Study Abroad
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ADMISSION
REQUIREMENTS
ADMISSION TO ARTS GENERAL
OR SCIENCES GENERAL

ADMISSION TO ALL
OTHER PROGRA MS

Successful completion of B.C. secondary
school (Grade 12) or equivalent with a
minimum 2.0 (60%) grade point average (GPA)
calculated on English 12 and two academic
Grade 12 courses or English 12 First Peoples
and two academic Grade 12 courses. These
courses are to be selected from:

Admission requirements vary for different
programs. Refer to our current online
calendar: capilanou.ca/calendar

ƒƒ Accounting/
ƒƒ History
Financial Accounting
ƒƒ Information
ƒƒ Applications
Technology or
of Mathematics
one of: ICTC12,
ICTM12, ICTP12,
ƒƒ Applications
ICTS12, ICTX12
of Physics
ƒƒ Japanese
ƒƒ B.C. First Nations
Language
ƒƒ Korean
ƒƒ B.C. First Nations
Studies
ƒƒ Biology
ƒƒ Calculus
ƒƒ Chemistry
ƒƒ Communications
ƒƒ Comparative
Civilization
ƒƒ Economics

ƒƒ Law
ƒƒ Mandarin
ƒƒ Marketing
ƒƒ Philosophy
ƒƒ Philosophy
and Religion
ƒƒ Physics

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION
EQUIVALENCES
ƒƒ Successful completion of the B.C. Adult
Dogwood Graduation Diploma
ƒƒ Successful completion of the General
Education Diploma (GED)
Please note: International students
can review international high school
equivalences at capilanou.ca/requirements

eligible for a post-graduation work permit after
you complete your studies. A co-op work
permit is required for all programs where a
practicum is a graduation requirement.

Other Ways to Meet English Language
Requirements for Most Programs

Exchange or Visiting International Student
You do not need a study permit if you plan
to take a course or program in Canada that
lasts six months or less. Citizens from certain
countries are required to have a temporary
resident visa.

ƒƒ Six credits of post-secondary English
that transfers to Capilano University

Online Programs
As an international student, you may apply
for admission to online programs to study
from your home country. If you are enrolled
in an online program, you will not be eligible
for a study permit.
See canada.ca

CONCURRENT ADMISSION

DISCRETIONARY ADMISSION

If you are a secondary school student with
a superior academic record, you may apply
for limited admission to take up to two Arts
and/or Sciences courses while still attending
secondary school. Contact the Registrar’s
Office for details.

If you do not meet the requirements for
competitive or first-qualified-first-accepted
admission, you can be considered for
discretionary admission. A discretionary
admission application will be jointly
approved by the Dean and Registrar.

INTERNATIONAL BACCAL AURE ATE
AND ADVANCED PL ACEMENT

ENGLISH L ANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

ƒƒ Pre-calculus

ƒƒ English Literature

ƒƒ Principles of
Mathematics

ƒƒ Entrepreneurship

ƒƒ Psychology

ƒƒ Foundations
of Mathematics

ƒƒ Punjabi
ƒƒ Social Justice

ƒƒ French or Françaisƒƒ Spanish
Langue Seconde
ƒƒ Sustainable
ƒƒ Geography
Resources
ƒƒ Geology
ƒƒ Writing
ƒƒ German

All Advanced Placement courses
All International Baccalaureate courses
Please note: The above list is currently
under review in order to include the
new high school curriculum.

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If you have successfully completed the
International Baccalaureate or Advanced
Placement program and/or courses, see the
online calendar for details on admission:
capilanou.ca/calendar. Transfer credit for
first-year courses is also available.
Please note: Students from other provinces
should refer to the online calendar at
capilanou.ca/calendar

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:
STUDY PERMITS
If you are studying in Canada for more than six
months, you are required to have a study
permit from Immigration Refugees and
Citizenship Canada (IRCC). IRCC requires that
you maintain full-time academic status, which
is equivalent to nine academic credits at CapU,
in order to be eligible to work off campus or be

If English is not your first language or you have
received your education in another language,
you will be required to provide proof of English
language proficiency in one of the following:
Test of English as a Foreign Language:
TOEFL
83 (Internet-based)
560 (paper-based)
English Language Assessment Test:
ELA
145
International English Language Testing System:
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall
no score less than 6.0
Canadian Academic English Language Test:
CAEL
70
Pearson Test of English:
PTE Academic 56

One of the following:

ƒƒ English 12 or English 12 First Peoples with
a final mark of C+ or higher and two years
of high school in Canada
ƒƒ Advanced Placement English Language/
Composition or English Literature/
Composition with a minimum mark of 4
ƒƒ International Baccalaureate English
Language A Higher Level with a
minimum mark of 5
ƒƒ Language Proficiency Index Level 4
with an essay score of 26
ƒƒ CapU EAP 100 and EAP 101 with
minimum grade of B+ (77%) in each course
ƒƒ Four or more consecutive years of fulltime education in English in Canada, or in a
country other than Canada where English
is the principal language
ƒƒ Four or more years at an eligible
international high school that uses English
as the language of instruction but operates
in a country where the primary language is
not English
ƒƒ Graduation from a recognized degree
program at an accredited university at
which English is the primary language of
instruction in a country where English is
the principal language.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
English Diagnostic Test
If you plan to enrol in a first-year English
course, you must submit the results of the
Language Proficiency Index (LPI) test or take
the Capilano English Diagnostic Test (EDT)
prior to registration, unless you have
achieved the following:
ƒƒ a final grade of 73% or higher in English
12, English 12 First Peoples, or English
Literature 12
ƒƒ an LPI score of 24 or higher
ƒƒ successful completion of ENGL 010 or
ENGL 112 or equivalent transfer credit
ƒƒ 4 or higher in an Advanced
Placement course in English
Composition or English Literature
ƒƒ 4 or higher in the International
Baccalaureate Language A: Literature,
Language A: Language and Literature,
or Language A: Literature and
Performance – Higher Level and
Standard Level
ƒƒ B+ grade or higher in BENG 052 or
BENG 053 and BENG 054

Please note: Successful completion of any
EAP course does not qualify you for direct entry
into English 100; however, you may qualify for
a bridge that combines EAP 100, EAP 101 and
ENGL 100.
For a schedule of upcoming EDT dates, visit:
capilanou.ca/edt
Math Placement Test
If you wish to enrol in Algebra, Pre-calculus,
Statistics or Calculus courses, you may be
required to take the Math Placement Test
(MPT) before registration to ensure
appropriate placement. For a schedule of
upcoming MPT tests, visit: capilanou.ca/mpt

Questions about Admission?
DOMESTIC STUDENTS

capilanou.ca/admissions
admissions@capilanou.ca
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

capilanou.ca/international
inted@capilanou.ca

ƒƒ C- or higher in an English transfer course
from another university or college
ƒƒ a degree from an English-speaking
university
ƒƒ a C grade or higher in FAL X99
from Simon Fraser University
ƒƒ IELTS (academic): score of 6.5 or higher
with a minimum band of level 6.0
ƒƒ TOEFL (IBT): score of 88 or higher
with no section below 20

Please note: Above scores meet the
requirements for most programs. Some
programs, including English for Academic
Purposes, accept lower scores.
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FEES: BUDGETING
FOR YOUR FIRST YEAR
$3,985+

OR

$17,853+

DOMESTIC TUITION*

INTERNATIONAL TUITION

10 courses, depending on
your area of study

10 courses, depending on
your area of study

CONNECTING TO SUPPORT
From your first day to your graduation day, your well-being and success are
our top priority. Whether it’s help choosing courses, applying for a student
loan or finding a job, CapU’s student success team will be there to help you
along the way. Here are just a few of our many support services:
FINANCIAL AID & AWARDS

$2 million

total value of scholarships, bursaries
and awards distributed each year

The Financial Aid & Awards office will
guide you on the path to earning your
degree while maintaining financial
well-being. Our team can outline funding
resources and options, provide you with
budgeting and money management tools,
and offer in-person support through our
advising drop-in and booked appointments,
as well as interactive workshops.
capilanou.ca/financial-aid

WONG AND TRAINOR CENTRE
FOR INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

KÉXWUSM-ÁYAKN
STUDENT CENTRE

The Centre for International Experience
is a home away from home for students
around the world and a launching pad for
life-enriching study abroad opportunities.
Our team will support you throughout
your academic journey at CapU and as
you transition to your new life in Canada.
capilanou.ca/international

The Kéxwusm-áyakn Student Centre
is a welcoming space to study, socialize
and learn about Indigenous traditions,
languages and values from local Elders.
Here, you’ll also find support with course
selection, registration, learning resources
and communication with First Nations
Band education officers and instructors.
capilanou.ca/first-nations

CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

LEARNING COMMONS

ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES

The Career Development Centre offers
workshops, one-on-one coaching and
networking events with employers so you can
secure a job while you study and plan for your
future career. Our career advisors will also
help you explore and identify your strengths,
understand the labour market and develop
effective job search tools and techniques.
capilanou.ca/career

A helping hand is always within reach
at the Learning Commons, a supportive
environment for learning and skills
development, individual study and group
work. Here, you can access reference
materials, computers, presentation
facilities and faculty experts in math,
writing and English language support.
capilanou.ca/learning-commons

If you experience barriers in the learning
environment related to a disabling condition,
talk to the friendly staff in Accessibility
Services. They’ll help address the obstacle
so that you can focus on your studies.
capilanou.ca/accessibility

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$1,269+
STUDENT FEES †

Includes health and dental plan,
U-Pass, student union fees, etc.

$1,000+

BOOKS AND SUPPLIES

$8,924
RESIDENCE AND MEAL PLAN
Shared room in residence is
$4,462 per term including meals.

*Calculate tuition fees for a specific program: capilanou.ca/tuition-fees-estimator
Above costs are estimates in Canadian dollars and based on a first-year
full course load in the fall 2019 and spring 2020 terms. Tuition fees vary
for different programs. Fees are subject to change without notice.

Student fees include Student Union charges ($216.89/term), CSU health
and dental plan ($243.25/year), U-Pass BC ($164/term), term enrolment fee
($29.25/term) and Student Services and Technology fee ($102.83/term).

†

SAVE MONEY BY PLANNING AHEAD

HEALTH INSURANCE

U-PASS BC

ƒƒ ​Apply for entrance, term-based
and external awards
ƒƒ Buy used textbooks
ƒƒ Use your U-Pass to get around
ƒƒ Cook at home and pack a lunch
ƒƒ Switch to a no-fee student bank account
ƒƒ Create a budget and stick to it​
capilanou.ca/financial-aid

All students living in B.C. longer than six
months must enrol in the Medical Services
Plan of B.C. Most full-time students (enrolled
in nine credits or more) attending CapU in
the fall will be automatically enrolled in the
Capilano Students’ Union extended health
and dental plan. If you already have similar
extended coverage, you can opt out of the
plan during the fall term (deadlines apply).
Part-time students and those starting at
CapU in the spring can self-enrol in the plan.
csu.bc.ca/services/healthplan

Every student who takes three or more
credits at Capilano University’s North
Vancouver campus is eligible for the
U-Pass BC program, which provides
unlimited access to Bus, SeaBus and
SkyTrain services within Metro Vancouver.
capilanou.ca/u-pass

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A STUDENT

You’re invited to an

EXPLORE
CAPU
INFO
NIGHT

EXPLORE PROGRA MS AND APPLY TO CAPU

Learn about programs, admission and
registration, plus talk to faculty and current
students about what it’s like to be a CapU
student. Don't forget to RSVP for the
chance to win amazing prizes!
capilanou.ca/explore

Research the programs that interest you. Once you have made your
decision, apply at capilanou.ca/apply. The application fee is $50 for
domestic students and $135 for international students. Application
deadlines vary for different programs. For details, see
capilanou.ca/programs

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
SUBMIT DOCUMENTATION
FOR ADMISSION

REGISTER FOR CL ASSES
AND PAY YOUR TUITION

To be admitted, you must
meet the general admission
requirements of the University as
well as any requirements of the
program to which you are applying.
Be sure to review the admission
requirements and submit the
documents that demonstrate
you have met these requirements.
See capilanou.ca/programs

You will receive information
about registration through your
CapU email account including
the date and time that you can
start registering — this is your
“Time Ticket.” Based on your
Time Ticket, register as soon
as possible for the best course
selection. If you need help
selecting courses, contact
academic advising at
advising@capilanou.ca

If you are a current B.C. high
school student you may selfreport your grades between
January 15 and March 31 for
the fall semester.
International Students: Upon
receiving a Letter of Offer,
international students must
pay a tuition deposit. As soon
as the Centre for International
Experience (CIE) receives this
deposit, a Letter of Acceptance
will be issued, which can be
used to renew or apply for
a study permit (and an entry
visa, depending on citizenship).
See capilanou.ca/international

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TOUR THE CAMPUS
Discover CapU’s North Vancouver
campus by booking a guided tour.
capilanou.ca/tours

ASK AN ADVISOR
Learn more about CapU programs
and admission requirements.

To secure your registration, pay
the balance of your tuition before
the fee payment deadline. Some
payments take time to process.
Please make payments up to 10
days before the fee deadline to
confirm your registration. Always
quote your CapU student
number with any payment.
See capilanou.ca/fees

Once accepted at CapU,
take part in our JumpStart
sessions, which are
designed to help you
prepare for university.
capilanou.ca/jumpstart

Domestic students:
recruitment@capilanou.ca
International students:
inted@capilanou.ca

CapU Main Campus
North Vancouver, B.C.
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North Vancouver, B.C.
Canada V7J 3H5
Tel: 604 986 1911
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Tel: 604 885 9310

Toll-free from Vancouver area:

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