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The British Columbia Centre for International Education has information on studying in British Columbia on their site as well as on StudyInBC.

International Student Information

Requirements for Studying in British Columbia

There are a number of requirements that international students must meet before beginning their studies in BC's post-secondary institutions, such as:

  • demonstrate minimum proficiency in English. ESL upgrading support is available at most institutions (see below for more information on ESL);
  • meet application deadlines;
  • enroll in the BC Medical Services Plan if a student is studying in BC for longer than three months. For more information, visit the BC Centre for International Education - Services for International Students page and then jump to 'Medical Coverage'
  • acquire a study permit (Visa) if a student is studying in BC for longer than six months. For more information, visit the BC Centre for International Education Applying for Student Authorization page or Citizenship and Immigration Canada's Studying in Canada web site.