Foundation programs in Canada: university: Vancouver Island University

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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.

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18 programs found

BC Adult Graduation Diploma Program

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Upgrading/upskilling

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

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Foundation in Culinary Arts, Baking, and Pastry Arts Management Bridging Program

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Culinary Arts

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

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Foundation in Employability Skills Program

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Upgrading/upskilling

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

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Foundation in English as a Second Language Program

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: English Language Studies

Duration: 14 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

International tuition: CAD 5,853 / semester

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Foundation in Exploratory University Studies Program

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Upgrading/upskilling

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

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Foundation in Physics University Transfer Program - Bridge to UVic or UBC

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Physics & Astronomy

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,100 / total

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Hairstylist Foundation Certificate

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 11 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,700 / total

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Welder Foundation Certificate

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 7 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 3,600 / total

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Aboriginal Construction Certificate

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Indigenous Focus

Duration: 10 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,100 / total

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Horticultural Technician Foundation Certificate

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Horticulture and Crop Science

Duration: 9 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,100 / total

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Carpentry Certificate

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 8 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 4,100 / total

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Refrigeration Air-Conditioning Mechanic Certificate

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Mechanical Engineering

Duration: 34 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 4,600 / total

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Marine and Motorcycle Technician Certificate

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Mechanical Engineering

Duration: 9 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 4,600 / total

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Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Mechanical Engineering

Duration: 17 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 1,700 / total

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Electrician Foundation Certificate

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Electrical Engineering

Duration: 24 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 3,100 / total

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Professional Baking and Pastry Arts Certificate

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Arts, Design & Architecture

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 6,200 / total

International tuition: CAD 29,955 / total

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Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Certificate

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 10 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,100 / total

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Automotive Service Technician Certificate

Vancouver Island University QS 2025 #1201-1400

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Mechanical Engineering

Duration: 10 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,100 / total

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Foundation programs in Canada: university: Vancouver Island University

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in Canada?

Which fields of study can I browse in Canada?

BC Adult Graduation Diploma Program

Foundation in Culinary Arts, Baking, and Pastry Arts Management Bridging Program

Foundation in Employability Skills Program

Foundation in English as a Second Language Program

Foundation in Exploratory University Studies Program

Foundation in Physics University Transfer Program - Bridge to UVic or UBC

Hairstylist Foundation Certificate

Welder Foundation Certificate

Aboriginal Construction Certificate

Horticultural Technician Foundation Certificate

Carpentry Certificate

Refrigeration Air-Conditioning Mechanic Certificate

Marine and Motorcycle Technician Certificate

Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate

Electrician Foundation Certificate

Professional Baking and Pastry Arts Certificate

Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Certificate

Automotive Service Technician Certificate

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