University Canada West

University Canada West

UCW Vancouver is a University with a clear vision—to be a leading, respected independent University in Canada and abroad, known for innovation and effectiveness in preparing motivated students for professional-level careers and societal leadership. UCW Vancouver’s learning environment is dynamic and practical. Our classes are small, so you’ll always know your classmates. 

Top reasons to study here

  • Historic downtown Vancouver location.
  • Academically qualified professors with first-hand industry experience.
  • Business-oriented, teaching-intensive with an emphasis on practical application.

Distance Learning Courses

Business & Management (3)
Arts, Design & Architecture (1)
Humanities (1)
Social Sciences (1)

About

History

UCW Vancouver was founded in 2004 by Dr. David Strong, an accomplished academic and distinguished scientist who served as President of the University of Victoria for more than a decade. The vision was to create an independent, accessible university with a practical focus and an emphasis on teaching excellence. 

UCW Vancouver is a business-oriented, teaching-intensive university. 

Education

University Canada West offers the following programs:

Undergraduate Programs

  • Associate of Arts (AA) degree;
  • Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication (BA) degree;
  • Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree.

Graduate Program

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Preparatory Program

  • MBA Foundation
  • University Access Program

Research

UCW is a teaching intensive university rather than researched based. However, faculty still contribute to academic journals and other academia.

Career

  • Many of the world’s biggest companies have offices within walking distance of our downtown campus, providing you with unparalleled access to a network of prospective employers.  Vancouver is a hub of exciting activities, a city full of great opportunities to acquire relevant work experience which is an important step in launching your career.
  • Many UCW students and graduates are working in or outside Canada, retaining global presence.

Services

Student services

New students will get to know the Student Services department quickly during Orientation. 

As well as peer and faculty support, through Student Services, student can access the following:

  • Plan social/volunteer/cultural/informative events for students like Canada Day, Grouse Mountain, Study Permit, ice skating, bowling, clean-up day 
  • Academic advising for students’ degree pathway
  • Advise students about University rules, regulations and policies
  • Course registration for students and assist with withdrawal requests
  • Advise students on any inquiries they have about the University or Vancouver
  • Offer students volunteering opportunities to develop and gain experience through UCW Ambassador Program and our Student Orientation  

Library services

  • UCW Vancouver’s Library Portal connects users to over 60,000 full text scholarly journals, periodicals and trade publications, close to 25,000 business case studies, over 180,000 e-books including company profiles, economic country reports and SWOT analyses.

  • The university is committed to providing students with the highest level of access to library and learning resources possible. 

ICT services

UCW Vancouver offers free wifi to students, as well as the free use of two computer labs. The UCW students can sign out ipads from the library for school or personal use.  

Medical services

UCW Vancouver has a first aid station on campus, but medical facilities are located off campus

Student Life

Campus life

  • UCW is nestled in the heart of Vancouver, in the historic London Building. The urban campus is located only steps away from public transit, including the Waterfront SkyTrain Station, bus routes and the SeaBus terminal.
  • You will feel right at home surrounded by coffee shops, restaurants, entertainment, shopping centres and gym facilities. Many of the world’s biggest companies have offices within walking distance of our downtown campus, providing you with unparalleled access to a network of prospective employers.

Accreditation

  • The Education Quality Assurance (EQA)
  • The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
  • BC Transfer System (BCCAT)
  • EduCanada
  • Languages Canada

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