Post-secondary Education
Learning is a life-long endeavour. Here in B.C., there are thousands of world-class education options after high school – whether you’re upgrading skills, learning English, training for a career or enrolling in an academic program. Explore your options and never stop learning.
Services and information topics
Find a Program or Institution
Educational success is realized when you know what you want from your education and where you can get it. There are many academic, technical, career and adult education options in B.C. – get informed and make the best choice.
Institution Resources & Administration
Access information designed to help post-secondary institutions in B.C. manage and develop programs, support leadership and plan for the future.
Pay for School
Post-secondary education is a great investment – be sure to plan what your costs are going to be. Students need to be prepared to pay for things like tuition, student fees, books, supplies, room and board, and transportation.
Transcripts & Credentials
A transcript is an official listing of course marks and credits received from a post-secondary institution.
A credential is the official document that indicates completion of a program or that a specific academic level has been reached - usually it's a certificate, diploma or degree.
International professional credential recognition
The B.C. government is making credential recognition for internationally trained professionals more transparent, efficient and fair.
Data & Research
Gathering student and institutional data helps with policy development, improves program delivery and ensures student success.
Post-Secondary Funding Formula Review
In March 2022, the B.C. government announced a sector-wide review of how it funds operations at British Columbia’s 25 public post-secondary institutions to ensure they have the resources they need to support economic recovery and student success.
If you’re an international student, B.C. offers a variety of services to help you build an education plan, meet requirements for studying in Canada, get your credentials recognized and select an institution that best suits your needs.
StudentAid BC can help you navigate funding options and build a plan to finance your education.
There are many tools and resources available to help you find a job that's the right fit for you, or to gain valuable work experience for advancing your career.