This program is available to international applicants. A valid study permit is required prior to starting the program.
Please note that international students are not eligible to continue to an apprenticeship training program. To learn more about international student opportunities at BCIT, visit BCIT International.
Applicants must meet all entrance requirements and will be accepted on a first qualified basis as long as space remains. When available intakes are full, qualified applicants are wait-listed.
You must meet all entrance requirements prior to applying to this program. If you are uncertain or don’t meet the requirements, we strongly recommend you complete any applicable Trades Entry Assessments before applying.
English: two years of education in English in an English-speaking country with one of the following:
Good hand/eye coordination and good physical condition are desirable.
Potential students with medical or physical difficulties should contact Accessibility Services to arrange an interview (telephone interview if out of town) with the institute’s rehabilitation specialist at 604-451-6963.
This program is available to international applicants. A valid study permit is required prior to starting the program.
Please note that international students are not eligible to continue to an apprenticeship training program. To learn more about international student opportunities at BCIT, visit BCIT International.
2) Institution Admission Requirements
Applicants also have to satisfy BCIT's institution admission requirements as listed below.
At BCIT, entrance requirements are program-specific. All programs require English 12, but the percentage required varies by program. Be sure to confirm your program’s specific English requirement before applying.
If you do not meet the requirements, BCIT offers several options to help you upgrade your skills. View more here.
General Admission Requirements (All Students)
The English Language Proficiency requirement for studies at BCIT is detailed here.
Applicants to BCIT are also required to have completed two years of full-time study in a high school or post-secondary program in English in an English-speaking country.
BC Secondary School (or equivalent)
You will need to meet the specific admission requirements of your intended program. Most programs require Grade 12 graduation with specific Grade 11 and 12 courses. Some programs also have non-academic requirements such as submitting a resume or participating in an interview.
For details on BC/Yukon High School credit equivalencies click here.
You will need to meet the specific admission requirements of your intended program. Most programs require Grade 12 graduation with specific Grade 11 and 12 courses. Some programs also have non-academic requirements such as submitting a resume or participating in an interview.
Learn about Canadian high school course equivalencies here.
For details on how to transfer credits from BC post-secondary institutions to BCIT visit this website.
Out-of-Province Transfer Student
For details on admission with Advanced Placement into BCIT programs, click here .
Mature Student
If you have not graduated from secondary school you may still be admitted to BCIT based on your relevant experience. To gain Mature student status, you must also meet BCIT's English-language requirements as well as any prerequisites for your desired program. Please contact BCIT Admissions to discuss your situation further.
Note: there are several Upgrading options through BCIT.
For other information, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions section of BCIT's Admissions website.
International Student
For details on applying to BCIT as an International Student check here.
Note: some BCIT programs with a post-secondary entrance requirement will necessitate a comprehensive ICES evaluation for applicants who completed their post-secondary studies outside of Canada, the United States or the United Kingdom. Please review your program’s entrance requirements and contact BCIT Admissions if you have further questions.
Other Student (including Special Consideration)
The Technology Entry Program is for students who want to improve their skills in core areas such as communications, Math, Chemistry or Physics to meet the prerequisites of their intended BCIT Technology Program.
For information on applying to BCIT's programs click here.
BCIT’s application website provide a step-by-step process to help you identify the program that is right for you, find the entrance requirements to your program of choice, prepare your application, submit your application in a timely manner, and track your application status online.
Training in a program like this one can lead to different careers. Related occupations are presented to show potential career options, not definite outcomes.
Taking a foundation program can help you build the skills that employers are
looking for, making you well-positioned to find an employment in the trade
and begin an apprenticeship.
Your technical and work-based training hours acquired from the Metal Fabricator Foundation: Certificate
program will be counted towards your next step in training as an apprentice. To progress as an apprentice,
you will need to find an employer who will sponsor your apprenticeship and register with the
Industry Training Authority (ITA). You will then be
able to complete the work-based (on-the-job) training hours and next level(s) of the apprenticeship
training of your chosen trade in:
