About BCIT - British Columbia Institute of Technology
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is one of BC’s largest post-secondary institutes, serving over 40,000 students annually across five campuses. BCIT delivers flexible, industry-focused education, with programs developed in collaboration with employers and taught by experienced professionals . Through applied, hands-on learning, BCIT prepares graduates for job-readiness across sectors including applied and natural sciences, business and media, computing and IT, engineering, health sciences, and trades. Together with industry and government, BCIT is building a future-ready workforce in BC and beyond.
The Burnaby Campus is the largest BCIT campus . It features hundreds of specialized learning environments, including trades shops, simulation labs , broadcast studios, green roofs, energy grids, forests, and waterways that support hands-on, real-world learning . The campus is home to the Health Sciences Centre, the Tall Timber Student Housing, the Centre for Applied Research and Innovation , and the future Trades and Technology Complex.
About BCIT - British Columbia Institute of Technology
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is one of BC’s largest post-secondary institutes, serving over 40,000 students annually across five campuses. BCIT delivers flexible, industry-focused education, with programs developed in collaboration with employers and taught by experienced professionals . Through applied, hands-on learning, BCIT prepares graduates for job-readiness across sectors including applied and natural sciences, business and media, computing and IT, engineering, health sciences, and trades. Together with industry and government, BCIT is building a future-ready workforce in BC and beyond.
The Burnaby Campus is the largest BCIT campus . It features hundreds of specialized learning environments, including trades shops, simulation labs , broadcast studios, green roofs, energy grids, forests, and waterways that support hands-on, real-world learning . The campus is home to the Health Sciences Centre, the Tall Timber Student Housing, the Centre for Applied Research and Innovation , and the future Trades and Technology Complex.
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Housing in the Vancouver area can be a challenge, particularly for newcomers. Rental and real estate prices in the Vancouver area are among the highest in the world, though some there are some budget-friendly options including BCIT Student Housing and shared off-campus housing. Costs can vary significantly, but expect to spend between $800 to $2500 per month on housing.
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