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Douglas College is one of the largest public colleges in British Columbia, serving 20,000 credit and continuing education students each year.  At Douglas you can select from over 500 university courses, nine degree programs, over 30 career programs, as well as academic upgrading, continuing education and award-winning customized training options.

In career education, Douglas is recognized for their programs in: health care, community services, criminology, music, performing arts, business, and physical education and coaching.

 FACILITY/SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: Douglas College has two major campuses in New Westminster and Coquitlam.  Major features include gymnasiums and fitness centers as well as major libraries at both campuses.  The New Westminster campus features two floors of modern student computer labs and a 300-seat Performing Arts Theatre.  The David Lam Campus (Coquitlam) features the three-story Health Sciences Center with specialized learning labs and facilities. 

Douglas College is one of the largest public colleges in British Columbia, serving 20,000 credit and continuing education students each year.  At Douglas you can select from over 500 university courses, nine degree programs, over 30 career programs, as well as academic upgrading, continuing education and award-winning customized training options.

In career education, Douglas is recognized for their programs in: health care, community services, criminology, music, performing arts, business, and 

Douglas Introduction

One of:
- English 12 (C)*
- English Studies 12 (C)
- English First Peoples 12 (C)
- English Literature 12 (C)
- Communications 12 (B)
- Technical and Professional Communications 12 (C)
- AP English Language or Literature (level 3)
- IB English Language A (SL) (level 3)
- Equivalent [substitution](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) (Testing Option or College Course Option or Language School Pathway Option)

Note (*): **based on both course and provincial exam grades

Click here for complete details on [English Proficiency Requirement](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information/english-proficiency-requirement).

One of:
- English 12 (C)*
- English Studies 12 (C)
- English First Peoples 12 (C)
- English Literature 12 (C)
- Communications 12 (B)
- Technical and Professional Communications 12 (C)
- AP English Language or Literature (level 3)
- IB English Language A (SL) (level 3)
- Equivalent [substitution](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) (Testing Option or College Course Option or Language School Pathway Option)

Note (*): **based on both course and provincial exam gra

Douglas English Requirements

All applicants must meet the [General Admission Requirements](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) for Douglas College.

If you have completed post-secondary studies at another institution, you can possibly earn transfer credits toward your current program at Douglas College. Please refer to Douglas College's [Transfer Credit web page](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information/transfer-credit/transfer-your-credits). The transfer credit evaluation process involves a form, a fee, and sealed, official transcripts.

Transfer credit is not done automatically. Students are responsible for initiating the transfer credit process. To receive transfer credit, you must submit an official transcript with your Application for Admission or Readmission along with a Transfer Credit Request form. A detailed course description may also be required before credit can be evaluated.

You are strongly recommended to request transfer credit at least four months in advance of your first semester of attendance. Requests for evaluation of credit received after this time may not be processed in time.

All applicants must meet the [General Admission Requirements](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) for Douglas College.

If you have completed post-secondary studies at another institution, you can possibly earn transfer credits toward your current program at Douglas College. Please refer to Douglas College's [Transfer Credit web page](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information/transfer-credit/transfer-your-credits). The transfer credit ev

Douglas BC Transfer Students

Douglas Out of Province Transfer

You are eligible for enrollment at Douglas College if you meet the [General Admission Requirements](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) along with the specific admission requirements of your intended program. The program-specific admission requirements are detailed within each program profile for Douglas College in EducationPlannerBC's Program Search Database.

General Admission Requirements

1. One of:

- BC secondary school graduation (or the equivalent in another school system)
- One course short of BC secondary school graduation
- 19 years old by the end of the first month of the first semester of attendance
- 17 years old on the first day of the first semester of attendance and has not been in school for at least one year
- Completion of a certificate or equivalent from a special needs program and has been in school for 12 years

2. English

One of:

- English 12 (C)*
- English Studies 12 (C)
- English First Peoples 12 (C)
- English Literature 12 (C)
- Communications 12 (B)*
- Technical and Professional Communications 12 (C)*
- AP English Language or Literature (level 3)
- IB English Language A (SL) (level 3)
- Equivalent [substitution](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) (Testing Option or College Course Option or Language School Pathway Option)
Note (*): based on both course and provincial exam grades

You are eligible for enrollment at Douglas College if you meet the [General Admission Requirements](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) along with the specific admission requirements of your intended program. The program-specific admission requirements are detailed within each program profile for Douglas College in EducationPlannerBC's Program Search Database.

General Admission Requirements

1. One of:

- BC secondary school graduation (or the equivalent in anot

Douglas General Admission

If you have BC secondary school graduation or lack one course for BC secondary school graduation, you would qualify for [general admission](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) to Douglas College.

You must also meet the college's [English Language Proficiency Requirement](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information/english-proficiency-requirement) and the specific admission requirements of your intended program.

The program-specific admission requirements are detailed within each program profile for Douglas College in EducationPlannerBC's Program Search Database.  

If you have BC secondary school graduation or lack one course for BC secondary school graduation, you would qualify for [general admission](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) to Douglas College.

You must also meet the college's [English Language Proficiency Requirement](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information/english-proficiency-requirement) and the specific admission requirements of your intended program.

The program-specific admis

Douglas Out of Province Students

Find more information on admissions [here](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information).

Douglas How to Apply

If you have BC secondary school graduation or lack one course for BC secondary school graduation, you would qualify for [general admission](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) to Douglas College.

You must also meet the college's [English Language Proficiency Requirement](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information/english-proficiency-requirement) and the specific admission requirements of your intended program.

You can find program-specific admission requirements in the 'Admission requirements' tab on the program profile on our website.

If you have BC secondary school graduation or lack one course for BC secondary school graduation, you would qualify for [general admission](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) to Douglas College.

You must also meet the college's [English Language Proficiency Requirement](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information/english-proficiency-requirement) and the specific admission requirements of your intended program.

You can find program-speci

Douglas BC Students

If you are at least 19 years old on the first day of class, or at least 17 years old and have not been enrolled in school for at least one year, you may qualify for [general admission](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) to Douglas College.

You must also meet the college's [English Language Proficiency Requirement](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) and the specific admission requirements of your intended program.

You can find program-specific admission requirements in the 'Admission requirements' tab on the program profile on our website.

If you are at least 19 years old on the first day of class, or at least 17 years old and have not been enrolled in school for at least one year, you may qualify for [general admission](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) to Douglas College.

You must also meet the college's [English Language Proficiency Requirement](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) and the specific admission requirements of your intended program.

You can find 

Douglas Mature Students

If you are a student with special needs and have completed a certificate or equivalent from a special program and have been in school for at least 12 years you may qualify for admission to Douglas College.

You must also meet the college's [English Language Proficiency Requirement](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) and the specific admission requirements of your intended program.

You can find program-specific admission requirements in the 'Admission requirements' tab on the program profile on our website.

If you are a student with special needs and have completed a certificate or equivalent from a special program and have been in school for at least 12 years you may qualify for admission to Douglas College.

You must also meet the college's [English Language Proficiency Requirement](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/admission-information) and the specific admission requirements of your intended program.

You can find program-specific admission requirements in the 'Admission requiremen

Douglas Other Students

Find more information [here](https://www.douglascollege.ca/international-students).

Douglas International Students

Applying to Douglas College as a [domestic student](https://www.douglascollege.ca/future-students/apply-douglas/domestic-students).

Applying to Douglas College as an [international student](https://www.douglascollege.ca/international-students/prospective-students/how-to-apply). 

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When you are ready to apply, use our [pre-application checklist](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/go/resources) to make sure you have everything you need, and visit the [how to apply](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/help?tab=1) page for more information. 

Please note, not all programs are available to apply to through EducationPlannerBC's website. Make sure to review this information on the institutions webpage.

Each institution and program has their own application dates. Applications typically open mid-September or early October. Be sure to check our program pages for the application dates and admission advice. Preparing a post-secondary admissions application takes time. Start your application early and apply as soon as you can.

When you are ready to apply, use our [pre-application checklist](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/go/resources) to make sure you have everything you need, and visit the [ho

Douglas Application Dates

[Contact Douglas College](https://www.douglascollege.ca/current-students/enrolment-services/contact-enrolment-services/email-enrolment-services)

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