Capilano University - Squamish
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About Capilano University - Squamish
Founded in 1968, Capilano College is located in in Vancouver, British Columbia. It's main campus is surrounded by a lush forest and fresh mountain air, and is an inspiring setting in which students are able to learn and grow. The University combines both traditional university programs, including philosophy, English and physics with more unique fields of study including outdoor recreation management, jazz studies, and motion picture arts. It enrolls approximately 12,700 students each year, 9,000 in for-credit programs, nearly 1,200 in non-credit courses and 2,500 international students.
Capilano University’s newest location, surrounded by mountains in the District of Squamish, offers unique academic opportunities to deliver a distinct university experience for learners, inspired by imagination and rooted in innovation. The 18-acre purpose-built Squamish campus includes academic teaching and learning spaces, student housing, a dining area, a library, an athletic centre and a sports field.
- Campus Life: At Capilano University, there’s always something exciting to do. From student clubs and peer mentoring opportunities to film screenings and live performances at the BlueShore Theatre, there is no shortage of student activities available both on and off campus.
- Intimate Learning Environment: Studying at Capilano University makes students a part of a growing community of lifelong learners. Their instructors are professionals who practice what they teach in the field. Classes have 25 students on average, so instructors can give individualized support and attention to every student in a class.
- Workforce Connections and Experiential Learning: Capilano University instructors have credentials in fields from Business and Music to Applied Behavior Analysis and Tourism, with connections forged through years of work experience within their respective fields. Many programs offer practical, work-integrated learning experiences in the form of co-op and work practicum placements.
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