VanWest College - Vancouver

VanWest College is a privately-owned Canadian college located in Vancouver, British Columbia. The College is certified by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) branch of the BC government Ministry of Advanced Education. This certification can assure students that VanWest College delivers education and training programs that meet and exceed high quality educational standards and student protection. The vision of VanWest College is to be a leader in the delivery of quality education and training that ensures their students achieve their learning objectives in a safe, inclusive environment that promotes global citizenship. 

VanWest College prides itself on its highly-interactive program courses, taught by industry leaders. Courses are designed to improve students’ communication skills, increase business knowledge and refine job-search and employability skills. At the College, students acquire essential real-life skills necessary to be successful in a workplace environment and students in co-op programs will spend approximately 50% of their program time in paid, authentic Canadian job placements. 

Top Disciplines at VanWest College:

• Co-op Program: 52%
• Academic English: 26%
• General English: 12%
• IELTS: 10%

Why VanWest College

• Co-op: The majority of Career Training Programs at VanWest College offer co-operative work opportunities that enable students to apply classroom theory and skills within a paid employment setting.
• Campus: VanWest Vancouver is located in the heart of downtown – within a short walking distance from Vancouver library, and with key attractions including Stanley Park and Queen Elizabeth Park in the campus' surrounding area.
• Extra-Curricular Activities: VanWest College organizes a variety of after-school activities to suit people of all nationalities and interests, including shopping, live entertainment, and sporting events. Additionally, VanWest organizes weekend trips to different landmarks through British Columbia, including Whistler, the Canadian Rockies, Victoria, and Vancouver Island.
• Student Support: Students receive individualized attention throughout their programs to track their learning progress.
• Designated Learning Institution:  VanWest is certified by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education.