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Douglas College

New Westminster, British Columbia · Polytechnic · Est. 1970

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Type
Polytechnic
Founded
1970
Students
25,000
International
5,000

Overview

Douglas College in New Westminster, BC offers university-transfer, business, health and creative-arts programmes with small classes.

Programs at Douglas

22 programs across 3 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Bioinformatics

Bachelor of Bioinformatics

Douglas College

⏱ 3–4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 68,250 total
Bachelor's Degree Ecology

Bachelor of Ecology

Douglas College

⏱ 3–4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 68,250 total
Bachelor's Degree Nursing

Bachelor of Nursing

Douglas College

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 78,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Physics

Bachelor of Physics

Douglas College

⏱ 3–4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 68,250 total
Bachelor's Degree Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology

Douglas College

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 78,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Zoology

Bachelor of Zoology

Douglas College

⏱ 3–4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 68,250 total

Diploma

Diploma Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Douglas College

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 29,250 total

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Bioinformatics

Master of Bioinformatics

Douglas College

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 32,175 total
Master's Degree Ecology

Master of Ecology

Douglas College

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 32,175 total
Master's Degree Human Rights Law

Master of Human Rights Law

Douglas College

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 32,175 total
Master's Degree Zoology

Master of Zoology

Douglas College

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 32,175 total

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

CAD 16,000 – CAD 23,000/yr

Moderate tuition

Indicative living cost

CAD 14,000–22,000/yr

On-campus accommodation

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

High-school diploma (undergraduate) or a relevant bachelor’s degree (postgraduate) meeting the programme’s minimum GPA; programme-specific prerequisites apply.

English: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 86–90 / Duolingo 115 (programme-dependent). French proof at French-language institutions.

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: High-school diploma (undergraduate) or a relevant bachelor’s degree (postgraduate) meeting the programme’s minimum GPA; programme-specific prerequisites apply..
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal (international students may apply via IRCC).
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and, if international, begin your study permit process via IRCC.

For international students

International students need a Canadian study permit. Graduates may qualify for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

Read the study permit & IRCC guide →

Last updated 14 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.