The Shortcut (That Isn’t Shady)

Canadian College has formal pathway agreements with Capilano University, University Canada West (UCW), Acsenda School of Management (ASM), and Vancouver Community College (VCC). Complete the right diploma here, transfer a chunk of credits there, and keep going toward your bachelor’s—without starting from zero.

Why this matters:

• Save up to $20,000+ in tuition by starting at Canadian College, then transferring.

• Start sooner (even from IELTS 5.5) and progress toward a degree instead of waiting on extra test prep cycles.

• Work while you study: earn income through Co-op + standard part-time eligibility for international students. That offsets living costs and builds your Canadian resume.

• Finish the degree at a partner university and you may be eligible for a PGWP up to 3 years (final decisions by IRCC).

How It Saves You Money

1. Lower first-stage tuition
   Diploma tuition is typically lower than direct university entry. Pair that with credit transfer and you’re paying university rates for fewer remaining credits. The college estimates $20K+ in savings depending on your path. (Real totals depend on your program + university.)

2. Earn while you learn
   Built-in Co-op plus part-time work options mean income during your studies—not just after graduation. That’s real cash flow against rent, food, transit, and textbooks.

How It Saves You Time

Pathways transfer a significant block of credits so you skip repeat coursework:

• Capilano University (Tourism Management)
  Hospitality Management & Co-op Diploma (2 yrs) → 60 credits toward the Bachelor of Tourism Management. Minimum 2.0 CGPA; English per CapU, or CC credential + IELTS 6.0/TOEFL 75. Admission not guaranteed.

• University Canada West (BCom)
  Business Management & Co-op Diploma → up to 48 credits; Business Fundamentals Diploma → up to 45 credits. Min 60% cumulative and 60% per course. English: no additional requirement after BMD Co-op; UAC030 after BFM; or IELTS 6.5 (min 6.0 writing). Admission not guaranteed.

• Acsenda School of Management (BBA / BHM)
  BBA: up to 42 credits transferred (no transfer below B/70%; extra note for CPA-track accounting).
  BHM: up to 45 credits transferred (same grade rule). English per ASM. Admission not guaranteed.

• Vancouver Community College (Bachelor of Hospitality Management)
  BMD or HMD grads eligible to apply. Min C (2.0/4.33) GPA. No extra English proof required. First-qualified, first-admitted; not guaranteed.

Bottom line: those 42–60 credits knock out a big slice of your bachelor’s so you finish faster than starting from scratch. (Exact remaining time depends on the university’s total degree credits and your pace.)

Who Pathways Are Perfect For

• You want a faster start in Canada (enter with IELTS 5.5 at Canadian College, then move up).

• You want Canadian work experience baked in—Co-op + part-time work while studying.

• You’re optimizing for ROI: lower upfront tuition, credit transfer, clear line to a PGWP-eligible degree.

The 4-Step Pathway Plan

1. Pick your diploma (Business, Hospitality, etc.) with a matching pathway target.

2. Start now (from IELTS 5.5 if applicable) and complete your Co-op + courses.

3. Apply to the partner university listed for your pathway; meet GPA + English notes above. Admission is not automatic.

4. Transfer credits, finish the degree, and explore PGWP options (per IRCC).

FAQs (Speed-Round)

• Is admission guaranteed if I finish the diploma?
  No. Each partner has specific GPA/English conditions; spots aren’t guaranteed.

• Will I need IELTS/TOEFL again?
  Depends on the pathway. Example: no extra English after BMD Co-op for UCW; no extra English for VCC BHM; others follow partner-specific rules.

• PGWP?
  Completing a partner university degree may make you eligible for a PGWP up to three years; final decisions are made by IRCC.

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