Higher Education: University Canada West (UCW)

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University Canada West (UCW), located in the center of the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver, is a business and technology oriented university characterized by striving to be a premium provider of higher education with a renewed focus on your students’ experience.

UCW students come from more than 45 countries around the world and include Canadian citizens and visiting students who contribute to the diversity and richness of the University. Whether you’ve recently graduated from high school, or are a college graduate, you’ll find what you need here.

Why study at UCW?

  • Professional and Dedicated Teaching Professors: Every University Canada West faculty member joined the university because of their passion for teaching and their desire to make a difference in the lives of your students. UCW students are guaranteed to always stay in the foreground.
  • Permission to work while studying: Students who attend classes during the day and some afternoons can find a job that fits their schedule. You may be eligible to work up to 20 hours / week while studying and working full time during scheduled breaks
  • Small Class Size: Average class size is 20-25 students. Class sizes are intentionally kept small for better peer interaction and to give the instructor more time for each student.
  • Dynamic and growing institution: Defined by its close connections with the business community and its commitment to excellent student services. It ensures to foster a diverse and challenging learning environment focused on the practical application of knowledge and the creation of competencies for scholarship, leadership and responsible citizenship in a global context.
  • Located in the heart of the city: The UCW campus is just steps away from public transportation, including the Waterfront SkyTrain station, bus routes, and the SeaBus terminal. The vibrant and lively neighborhood is filled with restaurants, shops, entertainment options, shopping centers, and fitness facilities.
  • New UCW campus in July 2020, Vancouver House: The state-of-the-art campus will be part of a cultural magnet rich in services for the city. Students will be close to a variety of shops, restaurants, and fitness facilities.
  • UCW is located within Vancouver’s financial district: Many of the world’s largest companies have offices within walking distance of our downtown campus, providing students with a unmatched access to a network of potential employers.

Vancouver

  • Located in number 3 of the best cities to live in the world

  • Canada’s largest trading hub

  • Business school that offers practical knowledge in the different companies and business of the city

About UWC

  • University oriented to the area of Business and Technology

  • During the programs, students can develop fundamental business skills

  • Highly qualified teachers and small class sizes

  • Located in the heart of the city, surrounded by the largest business companies

  • Various startup deadlines

  • Students of more than 52 nationalities

  • State-of-the-art campus: Vancouver House

The students

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Scholarships Available

Financial support in the cost of the university to students from North America, Central America, South America and the Caribbean. The main objective of this program is to support that interested students have access to quality Canadian education, making the University more economically accessible

The Tuition for applicants will be charged based on the rates established for Canadian citizens and applies to careers: Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce and MBA, offered by UCW.

  • Undergraduate Programs . 4 years: 9 months per year of study + 3 months of vacation
    • BA Commerce
    • BA of Arts in Business Communications
    • Associate of Arts
    • All these programs have international accreditations
  • Master’s Programs
    • MBA. 24 months
  • Preparatory Programs
    • University Access Preparation
    • MBA Foundation
  • Complete the online application
  • Certificate of academic grades
  • English level certification: TOEFL or IELTS. The Duolingo Test is currently being accepted as well, due to the current situation.
  • Copy of passport
    * Upon review, if all admission requirements have been met, the Registry Office will send an official Letter of Offer (LOO).
  • Accept the offer by paying the deposit.

Estimated duration of 3 – 4 weeks.

Recommendation: submit the application at least 4 months in advance of the visa application.

As students receive a study permit, they receive a work permit by 20h / week during school periods and 40 / week during vacation periods.

Advantage:

  • Acquire professional experience while studying.
  • Get our own income.
  • UCW is one of the few private universities in Canada that offer the possibility of obtaining the Post Graduation Work allow -> Graduates can apply to a work permit for 3 years.
  • Career Services (Department Work Assistance) to help students prepare for their entry into working life.
  • Make request to the institution
  • Make payment for the program
  • After receiving acceptance letter from the institution, apply for study permit
  • Comply with all the requirements demanded by the Canadian authorities
  • The process can take between 3-4 months.

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