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Forest Resources Technology Diploma

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada•QS 2025 #1201-1400

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Forest Resources Technology Diploma is a diploma in Information Systems & Technology programme offered by Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Teaching is in English. Tuition is CAD 6,000 per total for local students.

At a glance

Degree: Diploma

Field: Information Systems & Technology

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 6,000 / total

Last checked September 2026 · Source: viu.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

The diploma provides technical training for careers across most areas of forest technology, with emphasis on recognising the forest's major values, such as water, wildlife, fish, range, recreation, visual landscapes and timber. It carries accreditation from the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board, and graduates meet the standard needed for membership in the Association of BC Forest Professionals as Registered Forest Technologists.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Entry requires a minimum 'C' in English 12 (or equivalent), a minimum 'C' in Principles of Mathematics 11 or Pre-Calculus 11 (or a minimum 'C+' in Applications of Mathematics 11 or Foundations of Mathematics 11), and one Science 11 course with a minimum 'C+' (Forestry 11 satisfies this). Forestry 11 and 12 and Biology 11 are recommended but not required, along with physical fitness for outdoor forestry work. Applicants must also meet VIU's general admission requirements for Academic programs, referenced but not detailed on the programme page. No standardized English-proficiency test score is published. The programme notes it fills quickly, so early application is advised; no portfolio or interview is required.

Application Details

Start Date: Domestic (Canadian) applicants: 7 September 2027 (Fall intake) (Nanaimo). VIU lists one intake a year for this programme, in the Fall.

Application Deadline: Domestic (Canadian) applicants: apply 1 October 2026 – 31 March 2027 for the 7 September 2027 (Fall) intake (Nanaimo). Dates are VIU's published application window for this program (as listed September 2026) and can change; apply through EducationPlannerBC.

About Vancouver Island University

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Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1969

Students: 12,022

QS rank: #1201-1400

Programs: 150

Location: Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Forest Resources Technology Diploma award?

Vancouver Island University awards a Diploma in the field of Information Systems & Technology on completion of this programme.

How long does Forest Resources Technology Diploma take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Forest Resources Technology Diploma cost?

Tuition is CAD 6,000 per total for local students.

Can Forest Resources Technology Diploma be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Vancouver Island University.

What language is Forest Resources Technology Diploma taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

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