University Feature

• KPU is Canada's only polytechnic university. It focuses on skills, in addition to traditional academics.
• Your education will go beyond books, with experiential learning opportunities like group projects, presentations, guest speakers, and more
• Many of the programs include experience terms, or cooperative education options
• International learning opportunities all over the world through field schools, exchanges, study abroad opportunities, and more
• Works with industry partners and organizations to ensure our graduates are well prepared to enter the workforce.
• KPU offers many unique programs that can't be found at other post-secondary institutions.
• Fashion and technology and product design degrees are unique to Western Canada.
• The only brewing diploma of its kind in BC and the first brewing program in Canada to be recognized by the Master Brewers Association
• Their interior design degree was the first in the province to receive accreditation
• KPU is the first public post-secondary school to offer studies in traditional Chinese medicine-acupuncture
• Bachelor of Horticulture Science in Urban Ecosystems is the only undergraduate degree in North America dedicated to the study of urban ecosystems
• Tuition-free English language studies and upgrading courses
• New minors in medicinal chemistry and Indigenous community justice
• Flexible scheduling allows you to take courses full-time or part-time with classes in the morning, afternoon, or evening. Some online courses are also available.
• Work and volunteer opportunities on-campus.
• New Wilson School of Design building opening at KPU Richmond in Jan 2019.
• 95% of KPU students find jobs within six months of graduation with average salary of CAD$50,000.
• Shuttle bus service is available in between campuses.
• KPU also accepts three years of bachelor’s degree.

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Scholarship and Funding

KPU offers around $2 million scholarship annually. Once student is accepted the scholarship is adjusted per semester.