British Columbia International Education

Last updated on January 19, 2024

International Education in British Columbia (B.C.) supports diversity and inclusion, and enables the development of intercultural competencies for B.C. students, teachers and communities. The expansion of international education helps to create new relationships between British Columbia and other regions and cultures around the world.

International Students

The international education sector is supported through policy development, promotion, scholarship programs and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs).

Legislation and Policies

International Student Support

Memorandums of Understanding

Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) promote stronger ties and the expansion of new relationships between B.C. and partners around the world.

Review all of our current MOUs

International Education Mobility Awards

There are scholarships and awards promoting exchange, mobility and intercultural learning for both international and resident students.

Find information and application forms for International Education Scholarships

International Education Resources

The health and wellness of our international students are important to allow them to take full advantage of our world-class education system.

Offshore School Program

The B.C. Offshore School Program, enables schools outside Canada to offer the B.C. education program.

Learn more about the B.C. Offshore School Program

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