Foundation programs in Canada

Explore foundation programs in Canada. Compare durations, tuition fees and entry requirements side by side, then use the filters to narrow the list to your goals.

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What degree levels can I study in Canada?

Programs in Canada are offered at these levels: Foundation, Micro-credential, Certificate, Diploma, Trades - Apprenticeship, Associate's Degree, Higher Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Honours Degree, Master's Degree, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Master of Business Administration, Doctorate, Professional Doctorate. Pick a level from the browse links or the sidebar to see only those programs.

Which fields of study can I browse in Canada?

Fields such as Business & Management, Law, Engineering & Technology each have their own browsable page for Canada. Every curated field lists all matching programs with duration, tuition and intake details.

How much does it cost to study in Canada?

Tuition varies widely by institution and degree level. Listings show local and international tuition where published — use the International Tuition filter to keep programs within your budget, and confirm current fees on each program's official page.

How do I choose the right program?

Start from the degree level you are aiming for, then narrow by field of study, language of instruction and duration. Open the details of your shortlisted programs to compare tuition, entry requirements and intake dates side by side.

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220 programs found

Pastry Arts Certificate

Vancouver Community College

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

vcc.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Arts, Design & Architecture

Duration: 11 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,800 / total

International tuition: CAD 27,830 / total

Program page

Professional Cook 1 Certificate - High School Students

Vancouver Community College

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

vcc.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Culinary Arts

Duration: 28 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 3,100 / total

Program page

Foundation in University Transfer Studies

Camosun College

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

camosun.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Upgrading/upskilling

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 4,700 / total

Program page

Parts Warehouse Foundation

Coast Mountain College

Terrace, British Columbia, Canada

coastmountaincollege.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Supply Chain & Logistics

Duration: 20 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 2,200 / total

Program page

Foundation in English for Academic Purposes: Business Administration Pathway

Capilano University

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

capilanou.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Business & Management

Duration: 8 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,036 / year

International tuition: CAD 23,900 / year

Program page

Foundation in English for Academic Purposes: Early Childhood Care and Education Pathway

Capilano University

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

capilanou.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Education & Teaching

Duration: 8 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 4,579 / year

International tuition: CAD 21,727 / year

Program page

University Admission Preparation (UAP) Certificate of Completion

University of Victoria QS 2027 #370 =

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

uvic.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Upgrading/upskilling

Duration: 12 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

International tuition: CAD 4,680 / total

Program page

University Pathway Program Certificate of Completion

University of Victoria QS 2027 #370 =

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

uvic.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Upgrading/upskilling

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

International tuition: CAD 44,675 / total

Program page

Landscape Horticulturist: Foundation

The University of British Columbia

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

ubc.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Horticulture and Crop Science

Duration: 8 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 4,640 / total

International tuition: CAD 4,640 / total

Program page

Piping Trades Foundation Certificate

Northern Lights College

Dawson Creek, British Columbia, Canada

nlc.bc.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 19 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 2,131 / year

International tuition: CAD 8,807 / year

Program page

Pastry Arts Certificate

Okanagan College

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

okanagan.bc.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Arts, Design & Architecture

Duration: 50 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 7,500 / total

International tuition: CAD 29,881 / total

Program page

Culinary Arts Certificate

Okanagan College

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

okanagan.bc.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Arts, Design & Architecture

Duration: 50 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 7,000 / total

International tuition: CAD 29,227 / total

Program page

Metal Fabricator Foundation Certificate

Selkirk College

Castlegar, British Columbia, Canada

selkirk.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 23 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,200 / total

International tuition: CAD 12,570 / total

Program page

Welding Foundation Certificate

Selkirk College

Castlegar, British Columbia, Canada

selkirk.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 7 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 4,400 / total

International tuition: CAD 15,020 / total

Program page

Millwright/Machinist Certificate

Selkirk College

Castlegar, British Columbia, Canada

selkirk.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 36 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,400 / total

International tuition: CAD 19,380 / total

Program page

Carpentry Foundation Certificate

Selkirk College

Castlegar, British Columbia, Canada

selkirk.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 24 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 3,700 / total

International tuition: CAD 12,752 / total

Program page

Electrical Foundation Certificate

Selkirk College

Castlegar, British Columbia, Canada

selkirk.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 24 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 3,700 / total

International tuition: CAD 12,752 / total

Program page

Hairstylist Foundation Certificate

Selkirk College

Castlegar, British Columbia, Canada

selkirk.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 9 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,500 / total

International tuition: CAD 19,510 / total

Program page

Foundation in Adult Basic Education Program

Capilano University

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

capilanou.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Education & Teaching

Duration: 4 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Program page

Heavy Mechanical Foundation Certificate

Selkirk College

Castlegar, British Columbia, Canada

selkirk.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 9 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,300 / total

International tuition: CAD 19,210 / total

Program page

Foundation in University Transfer Studies

Douglas College

New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada

douglascollege.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Upgrading/upskilling

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Program page

Automotive Service Technician Foundation Certificate

Camosun College

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

camosun.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Aerospace & Automotive Engineering

Duration: 30 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 3,500 / total

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Adult Graduation Diploma and College Prep

Camosun College

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

camosun.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Upgrading/upskilling

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Program page

Academic Upgrading & BC Adult Graduation Diploma

Selkirk College

Castlegar, British Columbia, Canada

selkirk.ca University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Foundation

Field: Upgrading/upskilling

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Program page

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Foundation programs in Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in Canada?

Which fields of study can I browse in Canada?

How much does it cost to study in Canada?

How do I choose the right program?

Pastry Arts Certificate

Professional Cook 1 Certificate - High School Students

Foundation in University Transfer Studies

Parts Warehouse Foundation

Foundation in English for Academic Purposes: Business Administration Pathway

Foundation in English for Academic Purposes: Early Childhood Care and Education Pathway

University Admission Preparation (UAP) Certificate of Completion

University Pathway Program Certificate of Completion

Landscape Horticulturist: Foundation

Piping Trades Foundation Certificate

Pastry Arts Certificate

Culinary Arts Certificate

Metal Fabricator Foundation Certificate

Welding Foundation Certificate

Millwright/Machinist Certificate

Carpentry Foundation Certificate

Electrical Foundation Certificate

Hairstylist Foundation Certificate

Foundation in Adult Basic Education Program

Heavy Mechanical Foundation Certificate

Foundation in University Transfer Studies

Automotive Service Technician Foundation Certificate

Adult Graduation Diploma and College Prep

Academic Upgrading & BC Adult Graduation Diploma

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