International Viewbook Your journey begins here.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PREP  UNIVERSITY TRANSFER  BUSINESS  TOURISM & HOSPITALITY  FINE ARTS & DESIGN  COMMUNITY CARE  TRADES & TECHNOLOGY Contents

The NIC Advantage

Why NIC? 4 About 8 Campus Life 10 Industry Experience 12 Support Services 14 Cost of Living 16 Accommodation 17

Programs

Academic Language & Upgrading 19 University Partnerships 20 University Studies 22 Business 24 Tourism & Hospitality 26 Fine Art & Design 28 Community Care 30 Trades & Technology 32

Next Steps

Get Connected 34 How to Apply 35

This viewbook is published prior to the academic year. Information is accurate at the time of publication and may change without notice. The document features academic admission requirements; full admission requirements are available online.

2 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA Program Finder PG PG ENGLISH LANGUAGE & UPGRADING FINE ARTS & DESIGN Academic English Language Program 19 Metal Jewellery Design Certificate 28 Upgrading (Adult Basic Education) 19 Fine Arts Diploma 28 Professional Potter Advanced Diploma 29 UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPS INTERACTIVE MEDIA Alberta College of Art + Design Fine Arts Pathway 20 Web Design Certificate 29 Emily Carr University of Art + Design 20 Guaranteed Admission Mobile Application Development Certificate 29 Royal Roads Dual Admission 20 Web and Mobile Application Development Diploma 29 UNBC Dual Admission 20 Communication Design Diploma 29 UVic Guaranteed Admission 20 Advanced Communication & Interactive Design Diploma 29 VIU Guaranteed Admission 20 COMMUNITY CARE General Transfer to UBC, SFU, UVic and more 22 Early Childhood Care & Education Certificate 30

Educational Assistant / Community Support UNIVERSITY TRANSFER 30 (Human Services Certificate) Programs Educational Assistant / Community Support, 31 Engineering Foundations Certificate 23 Indigenous Focus (Human Services Certificate) Criminology Diploma 23 Human Services Diploma 31 Associate of Arts Degree 23 Social Service Diploma 31 Associate of Science Degree 23 University Studies 23 TRADES & TECHNOLOGY • English & Languages Aircraft Structures Technician (AME-S) 32 • Math & Science Automotive Service Technician Foundation Harmonized 32 • Humanities & Social Science Carpentry Foundation Harmonized 33 Electrical Foundation 33 BUSINESS Electronics Technician Core Certificate 33 Business Administration Certificate 24 Heavy Mechanical Foundation 33 Business Administration Diploma 24 Industrial Automation Technician Diploma 33 Bachelor of Business Administration Degree 25 Joinery/Cabinetmaking Foundation 33 Business Administration Post Degree Diplomas 25 Metal Fabrication Foundation 33 Robert Gordon University (RGU) 25 Plumbing & Piping Foundation 33 VIU MBA/MScIB Guaranteed Admission 25

TOURISM & HOSPITALITY Adventure Guiding Certificate 26 Tourism & Hospitality Management Certificate 26 Tourism & Hospitality Management Diploma 27 Global Tourism & Hospitality Management LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR 27 Advanced Certificate Global Tourism & Hospitality Management PROGRAMS AND COURSES: 27 Advanced Diploma www.international.nic.bc.ca Professional Cook 1, 2 and 3 (Culinary Arts) 27

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“Instead of writing Gaukau in China I came to NIC. [After one year at NIC] I was accepted by Why NIC? SFU and UBC.”

Five reasons why students choose NIC Yang Zhou, China

“I learned a lot… and the best part is I’m able to apply all that in my job right now so it’s like the icing on the cake.”

Akhilaa Radhakrishnan, India

With a wide range of study 1 2 areas, small class sizes and exclusive transfer Employer connections University agreements, NIC is the degree pathways Co-op and internship perfect place for you to start opportunities Seamless transfer

your studies and transfer Every year, business and tourism students Transfer seamlessly to university. In addition seamlessly to university. earn professional experience and valuable to NIC’s exclusive university transfer employer connections by participating in agreements, universities across our well-established co-operative education give transfer credit for NIC programs Watch our Students Say video series and internships. and courses. on YouTube for more first-hand student experiences: Career fair Guaranteed admission

NIC’s annual career fair and other Take advantage of dual or guaranteed bit.ly/nic-students-saywww.nic.bc.canetworking events, held throughout the admission with UVic, VIU, UNBC and Royal year, allow you to explore potential career Roads. Secure your seat at the start of paths and learn about job opportunities your education and receive full credit for in the community. Advisors are available your NIC coursework at university. If you to help with interview, resume and meet mimimum GPA requirements, your job search strategies. admission is guaranteed.

See page 12 to learn about opportunities for See page 20 for information on NIC’s industry experience while studying at NIC. exclusive partnerships.

4 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA “NIC costs are very “I fell in love with North “I was impressed by the competitive and it‘s Island College; the teaching methods. Our cheaper than other people here, and also teachers regularly take colleges here in Canada with the .” care of us to see what but it offers a good we need.” variety of programs. Ximena Paz Ramos, Chile Ton Chi Pham. Vietnam Decery Marquez, Phillipines

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Affordable education Desirable community Great reputation Save money on tuition Make lifelong friendships Internationally

Start at NIC and spend less for the same Students have many opportunities to recognized credentials degree. Our tuition is among the lowest in connect outside of the classroom. Enjoy NIC graduates are highly employable the province. You can save over $10,000 per beachside campfires, karaoke, potluck and qualifications earned through NIC’s year by taking your first year courses at NIC dinners, football/soccer games and more. programs are widely recognized by and then transferring to university. employers and other post-secondary Live in a popular institutions. Scholarships and bursaries tourist destination

NIC offers entrance awards for applicants NIC is located in one of Canada’s most Highly qualified faculty with high levels of English language spectacular tourist destinations. Explore NIC’s expert faculty, including international proficiency. All applicants are automatically music festivals, art galleries, beaches, doctorates, will provide you with deep reviewed for this award so no application is walking trails, golfing, skiing and more. learning experiences, research and required. networking opportunities to inform See page 8 for an overview of the arts, academic choices and inspire your career. Additionally, thanks to generous people in culture and recreation opportunities our community, there are scholarships and available on Vancouver Island. See page 6 for examples of NIC’s bursaries available to new and continuing commitment to students. NIC students. Visit www.nic.bc.ca/awards to learn how to apply.

See page 16 to learn more about program costs and cost of living.

QUESTIONS? Contact [email protected] INTERNATIONAL VIEWBOOK 2018 5 The NIC Advantage Large Alumni 100% Network Over 155,555 alumni committed to have taken a course or improved their lives through student success education at NIC.

Save on Tuition

More than $10,000 saved per year in NIC tuition compared to what you’d pay to study at an urban university.

Employable Diverse Skills Student Body 90% of students 36 countries graduating from BC colleges represented by 377 international transition into the workforce students attending NIC in 2016/17. within 6 months.

Internship & Co-op Opportunities

3,087 students have earned academic credit for work experience through internships or co-ops at NIC. 6 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE 6 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA Growing International Community

164% increase in international students attending NIC over the past five years.

Seamless Transfer to University 83 partnership agreements including study abroad, educational exchanges, dual admission and guaranteed admission partnerships.

Scholarships & Bursaries to help pay for college Every year, new, continuing and graduating NIC students receive scholarships and bursaries that range in value from $100 to more than $3,000.

Job Openings Your

934,000 job openings journey projected to 2025 will require some post-secondary training, begins according to BC 2025 Labour Market Outlook. here.

7 QUESTIONS? Contact [email protected] INTERNATIONAL VIEWBOOK 2018 7 The NIC Advantage About Vancouver Island

Make Vancouver Island Your Classroom

Enjoy arts, culture and North Island College international students Comox Valley study at three campuses on Vancouver outdoor adventures The Comox Valley campus is referred to as Island, a popular tourist destination with the main campus and is located in the City in a safe, welcoming beaches, mountains, wilderness areas and of Courtenay, 15 minutes from the Comox lively, friendly communities. community. Valley airport. There are three municipalities There are many activities to enjoy; located in the Comox Valley: Courtenay, Comox Valley fast facts kayaking and paddle boarding; golfing; Comox and Cumberland. sailing; walking on the beach; hiking in the Population (2016) 66,527 (approx) forest; playing sports; swimming in rivers, Campbell River Size 1,700 km2 oceans or lakes; visiting local farms and Campbell River has been dubbed the wineries; attending music and art festivals; Location Vancouver Island ‘Salmon Fishing Capital of Canada’ and cruising through the farmer’s market for Currency Canadian Dollar is a 40 minute drive north of the Comox fresh produce or browsing artisan studios Valley by car. Campbell River is known for Time zone Pacific Standard Time and galleries and dining on local and (UTC/GMT - 8 hours) its friendly residents and easy access to international cuisine. outdoor adventures. Electricity 110 V Whether you study in the Comox Valley, Primary language English Campbell River or , each Port Alberni Total annual rainfall 1,096 mm community offers one-of-a-kind Port Alberni is a port city in the centre of restaurants, social activities and Days over 0° Celsius 316.4 Vancouver Island, 1 1/2 hours southwest of opportunities for adventure you the Comox Valley. The community is linked www.discovercomoxvalley.com can’t get anywhere else. to forestry, fishing and marine commercial industries. Its central location makes it easy to explore tourist destinations such as Tofino and the West Coast.

8 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA “I thought to myself ‘wow, this is what it feels like to breathe clean air.’ It smelled like nature. I had never smelled that before. I could see trees. That Watch the video sounds cliché but that was such a big deal. I have never seen trees this big.”

Marielle Virtucio United Arab Emirates

international.nic.bc.ca/study-at-nic/island-life

Getting here is easy. () The Comox Valley (YQQ) is a short 35-minute flight from Vancouver NIC (YVR), with flights arriving regularly from Edmonton (YEG) and Calgary (YYC). • Emily Carr University • Vancouver Island of Art + Design University For more travel information, visit

• international.nic.bc.ca •

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Make Lifelong Connections Learn in a supportive Explore Vancouver Island environment with Make the most of your NIC experience by getting involved in campus life. Vancouver Island is a beautiful and exciting small class sizes and Throughout the school year you will have island to explore. From day hikes to whale modern facilities. many opportunities to connect with your watching excursions in the summer or classmates. Participate in multicultural skiing and beach walks in the winter, events and explore Vancouver Island on Vancouver Island has something for College fast facts field trips organized by NIC’s Office of everyone. Each semester OGE staff take Global Engagement (OGE). # of students 4,127 students on various outings around the island to visit art galleries, studios, and # of international students 377 Enjoy multicultural events shops and to discover the region’s natural # of faculty over 200 OGE proudly hosts campus events to beauty, Indigenous culture and history. Average class size 20-30 celebrate the diversity of our students. Credit programs 80 Often these events are led by international Leadership opportunities student leaders and include engaging Courses over 1,000 There are many opportunities for students activities with food and music. to take a lead role at NIC. We encourage Scholarships and bursaries $290,000 Many events are also hosted by you to take part in peer mentoring, peer Campuses 4 multicultural societies in the communities tutoring and the Student Leadership 2 Area served 80,000 km surrounding our Comox Valley, Campbell Team. The personal and professional Population served 157,000 River and Port Alberni campuses. This is a connections you establish while serving as wonderful way for international students an NIC student leader or student elect will to transition into life in Canada and make provide you with valuable knowledge and Take a virtual tour of our campuses: connections outside of campus life. experience as you launch into your www.nic.bc.ca/galleries/tours working career.

10 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA “I really like the classes and the location. It is very connected to nature with lots of green open spaces and I think it is a fantastic place. Regarding the instructors, you receive a lot of support from them, Start a conversation with us which I definitely believe Share your student experiences is a key point for students with us on social media: and I really like that.”

Adriana Aguilar Maciel Mexico

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Connect with Local Employers International students Co-operative education Industry relevant research can access a wide range and internships Many NIC programs regularly bring industry of employment services Co-operative education combines academic experts into the classroom to connect studies with paid, practical experience. As students and employers. From biology and opportunities, a co-op student you will alternate between students researching the distribution of both during college periods of full-time study and periods of eelgrass beds as part of a nationally-funded full-time paid work experience. research project, to industrial automation and after graduation. students revolutionizing the way sparkling Internship students gain valuable work wine is manufactured, students participate experience and on-the-job training related in hands-on research that demonstrates Co-op and internship fast facts to their field of study. Some internships are their ability to solve challenges confronted paid positions, while others are unpaid. Length of co-op term 4 months by industry. Length of internship 180-360 hours What’s the difference? Co-op work terms take place over four months periods, and Employment resources Minimum wage in BC $11.35/hour are full-time, paid positions. NIC’s annual career fair and other Internships take from 180 to 360 hours, and networking events allow you to explore can be full or part-time, paid or unpaid. potential career paths and connect with employers during your school year. NIC’s Learn more about Student Off-campus employment Student Employment Services hosts Employment Services at NIC: employer panels, workshops and mock Many businesses near the college regularly interviews with real employers. If you need www.nic.bc.ca/services/ hire NIC students. Your study permit may help with interview, resume and job search employment_resources allow you to work up to 20 hours/week strategies, support is available. during regular academic sessions and full- time during winter and summer holidays.

12 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA “My internship changed my goals. I love what I’m doing. I’m looking at taking a CPA to become a chartered accountant in Canada.”

Gbemi Falade Nigeria

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Support Services

Our Focus is Your Success

NIC offers a range Academic support Student support

of services to help you Academic advising and planning Study permit renewal reach your academic Our experienced, knowledgeable staff can Our expert staff have extensive knowledge help you choose your courses, answer about the process to apply for and renew and career goals. your questions and help you create an study permits and temporary resident educational plan. visas. We offer regular information sessions, Academic Advising drop-in appointments and individual help to English language support Counselling ensure you have the information you need. We can help you gain the skills you need Student Employment Services to speak and understand English. Gain Housing support Co-op and Internships confidence and meet academic English A variety of housing options are available Library & Learning Commons requirements for university/college to suit your lifestyle and preferred living Peer Tutoring academic programs. arrangements. Whether you are interested Accommodation Turn to page 19 to learn more. in homestay, living independently or connecting with room-mates, we can help. Visas and Permits Peer tutoring See page 17 for details. Peer Tutoring Peer tutors are available through NIC’s Library and Learning Commons in various Support for Students With Children Counselling services subjects and skills including math, writing, study skills and more. If you need a peer NIC’s professionally-trained counselling Learn more: tutor for a specific course, we’ll do our staff offer crisis counselling, career and international.nic.bc.ca/study-at-nic/ best to find a match, depending on educational counselling, problem solving, student-guide/services-and-support tutor availability. learning strategies and help navigating NIC policies and procedures. Visit www.nic.bc.ca/services/counselling for more information.

14 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA “NIC sent me emails about Canada’s culture, campuses, how to go to school, entertainment places near school... They even let me know how to open a bank account and showed me the best and nearby banks. These things Library and helped me a lot.” Learning Commons Students have access to approximately Ton Chi Pham Vietnam 135,000 e-books, 19,000 streaming videos, 50 research databases as well as: • MATH SUPPORT: Tutorials take place each semester and math specialists are available for in- person support. • WRITING SUPPORT: Submit your written work for free feedback from online tutors or make an appointment with a faculty member on campus. • PEER TUTORING: Peer tutors are available in various subjects on a weekly or one-time basis. • RESEARCH HELP: Help with library research is available in person, by email and on the library website chat tool, AskAway.

For links to resources, research guides and tutorials, visit us online at library.nic.bc.ca.

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Estimated costs for one year of study (September to April)*

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE URBAN UNIVERSITY

TUITION* $12,730 $21,000

ACCOMMODATION & FOOD* $6,650 $10,000 (*Homestay)

BOOKS & SUPPLIES* $1,500 $1,500

PERSONAL EXPENSES* $1,600 $1,600

TRANSPORTATION* $600 $840 (varies by campus) $23,080* $34,940*

* Based on a course load of 10 university transfer courses per year and subject to annual cost of living increase. Approximate costs are stated in Canadian dollars. This estimated cost comparison is intended as a guide only. Actual costs vary depending on institution, program and living arrangements.

Cost of Living Be financially prepared for academic success

Examples of program costs Entrance awards available Work off-campus

English Language Program $5,045/term* NIC offers entrance awards for applicants If you are a full-time student in an University Transfer Programs $6,365/term* with high levels of English language academic program with a valid student permit, you may qualify to work up to 20 1-year Business PDD Programs $15,912/program* proficiency. All applicants are automatically reviewed for this award, therefore no hours per week off-campus. You’ll find 2-year Business PDD Programs $6,365/term* award application is required. information on employment opportunities * These are examples only, actual cost will vary Students in receipt of this award will be on NIC’s Employment Resource Centre by program. NIC’s fall and winter terms are four Job Board. months in duration; spring term is two months. notified upon enrollment. Visit www.nic.bc.ca/studentemployment For complete information about program Apply for scholarships for more information. costs, refund policies, college fees and and bursaries more, please visit international.nic.bc.ca. Affordable entertainment As a new or continuing NIC student, you Payment and deadlines are eligible to apply for scholarships and It is relatively inexpensive to live in the bursaries to help fund your education. Comox Valley. A cup of coffee costs from You are required to submit your first term Bursaries are based on financial need, $2 to $5. Dinner out ranges from $15 to $50 fees no later than 30 days after the date on while scholarships are awarded for per person. Going to a movie costs $14 your Letter of Invitation from NIC. Tuition academic achievement and excellence. The or you can head to the skating rink or and fees may be paid by certified cheque application deadline is April 30 each year. local pool for a student rate of less than in Canadian funds, credit card, Canadian $4 per person. postal money order or bank wire.

For a full list of academic deadlines visit www.nic.bc.ca/deadlines.

16 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA Accommodation Find your home away from home

Having a comfortable place to live while you study is essential. It is important to plan where you live ahead of time so you know where you are staying when you arrive. If you choose homestay or peerstay, you will live with a host family. They will help you learn about the community and culture on Vancouver Island, include you in family activities and offer lots of opportunity for you to practise English.

Homestay To apply for

Homestay is the most popular choice for homestay/peerstay new international students. It includes a Please visit international.nic.bc.ca/ fully furnished private room with laundry study-at-nic/pre-arrival to complete our facilities, access to internet and three online application form and email it to meals a day. accommodations@nic. bc.ca. Placement fee $250 Independent living Monthly fee $800 You may prefer to live independently, Peerstay either alone or with a roommate. Watch the video Rentals are typically advertised on the web. Peerstay is similar to homestay except Visit international.nic.bc.ca/study-at-nic/ students buy their own groceries and cook pre-arrival for more information and links their own meals. Your host can help you to accommodation. with information or assistance. This is a good choice if you want more flexibility or We can help you prefer a specific kind of food. Contact our Accommodations Officer at Placement fee $250 [email protected] for assistance Monthly fee $500 securing accommodation that best suits bit.ly/nic-homestay your needs.

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Programs

Learn in a supportive environment and succeed with small class sizes as you prepare to transfer to university and earn job-ready skills in NIC’s state-of-the-art facilities.

Academic English Language & Upgrading 19

University Degree Pathways 20

University Studies 22

Business 24

Tourism & Hospitality 26

Fine Arts & Design 28

Community Care 30

Trades & Technology 32

18 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA Academic English Language & Upgrading

WHY NIC?

We can help you achieve academic language prerequisites and develop study skills to successfully enter your program of choice.

Bridge easily into academic programs Gain direct admission into academic programming after you complete the university/college qualifying level. Depending on your abilities and goals, you may choose to bridge into your program early.

Academic English Upgrading Qualified instructors, small learning groups Language Program (Adult Basic Education)

MW All CV CR CVPA CRMW PAAll MWMWAll All At NIC, you’ll learn in small classes CV CR PA CV CR PA from qualified teachers who have Start: Sep, Oct*, Jan, Feb*, May, Jun* Start: Sep to Jun, scheduled courses and experience working with students * Mid-term entry (Please note: mid-term entry continuous entry from around the world. students will be examined on full content for Length: Four-month sessions that term or can choose to audit the course Build confidence and then repeat the following term for credit. You need: to take an NIC assessment to and develop fluency determine your basic English proficiency, Length: Two and four-month sessions TOEFL or ILETS are not required. Achieve a high level of academic You will be assessed by an Assessment can be completed upon English and develop the confidence You need: English Language Program faculty member arrival. If you don’t meet the basic English needed to study in a Canadian to determine course level for registration. proficiency refer to the Academic English university environment. Students who have an IELTS or TOEFL iBT Language program. score will be eligible for pre-placement and You’ll learn: Meet university and college registration admission requirements. NIC offers all high You’ll learn: Build confidence and achieve a school levels up to Grade 12 in the following high level of English fluency with a focus on subjects: preparing for university/college programs. • English • chemistry Start at the right level for you. • math • physics Whether you are trying to improve your • biology career options or meet university entrance requirements, we can help. You will progress through the program by skill level to reach your personal goals. NIC“ is a good place to study English. Classes are small, and I had to use my English often. Campus The teachers are nice and How much time will I spend in always encouraged me to CV CR CampbellPA MW All River English language study? ask questions.” CV CR PA MW All Comox Valley You will typically study 21 to 24 Masashi Miyazaki classroom hours per week, depending CV CR PA PortMW All Alberni on your goals. Japan

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University Degree Pathways

Start here. Graduate there. Guaranteed. Our exclusive university partnerships give you a guaranteed degree path at the start of your education, plus all the savings and convenience of starting out at college. In addition to guaranteed and dual admission partnerships, NIC courses can be combined to create a general transfer plan to universities Canada-wide. Learn more: international.nic.bc.ca/programs/university-partnerships

1- & 2-YEAR UNIVERSITY TRANSFER OPTIONS

BEFORE YOU START 1 YEAR 2 YEARS CHOOSE THE UNIVERSITY OR DEGREE PROGRAM YOU WANT

University Transfer Courses (1 Year) If needed, complete the Academic English University Transfer Language Program Courses (2 Years) or other academic preparation.

Associate degree in Arts or Science In addition to NIC’s guaranteed and dual admission agreements, you can start at NIC and transfer to university and degree programs across Canada and around the world. Each degree pathway has its own unique deadlines and transfer requirements. Meet with an advisor in NIC’s Office of Global Engagement to develop a plan that’s right for you.

START YOUR STUDIES AT With NIC’s agreementsCV CR youPACV canMWCR CVCVAllPA CRCRMW PAPAAll MWMW AllAll transfer to university programs in:

BUSINESS AT NIC Business Administration G Learn more on Entrepreneurial Management D pages . 24-25 International Hotel Management D

TOURISM & International Hotel Management D HOSPITALITY AT NIC Learn more on Hospitality Management pages 26-27. G Fine Arts (Visual Arts, Critical & Cultural Practices) G Fine Arts (Film + Video + Integrated Media, Illustration, Photography) T FINE ARTS Design (Communication, Industrial, Interaction) T & DESIGN AT NIC Media (Animation, Interactive + Social Media Arts) T Learn more on pages 28-29. Fine Arts (Ceramics, Drawing, Fibre, Glass, Jewellery and Metals, Media Arts, Painting, T Print Media, Sculpture) Design (Visual Communications, Photography) T

20 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA CV CR PA MW All START YOUR STUDIES AT How it works? With NIC’s agreementsCV youCR canPA MW CVAll CRCV PACR MWPA AllMW All transfer to university programs in: Each degree pathway has its own unique CV CR PA MW All deadlines and transfer requirements:

ENGLISH & English G G UVic Guaranteed Admission LANGUAGES AT NIC Achieve a 2.0 GPA (C average) or higher Learn more on page 23. French G in eight or more eligible courses (24 transfer credits) and UVic will guarantee Anthropology G G your admission to select programs. Economics G G (See UVic Engineering Guaranteed Admission below.) Environmental Studies GCV CR PA MW All First Nations Studies/Indigenous Studies G G UVic Engineering Gender Studies G Guaranteed Admission Geography G G Acheive a minimum GPA of 2.33 (C+ average and no courses less than C) to Geography and Computer Science (Geomatics) G guarantee your admission into second- History G G year Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, CV CR PA MW All History in Art G Biomedical, Civil or Software Engineering. Intercultural Education HUMANITIES & G VIU Guaranteed Admission SOCIAL SCIENCE Justice Studies D AT NIC Achieve a 2.0 GPA (C average) or higher Latin American Studies G CV CR PA inMW eightAll or more eligible courses (24 Learn more transfer credits) and VIU will guarantee on pages 22-23. Liberal Studies G your admission to select programs. Linguistics G Pacific & Asian Studies G UNBC Dual Admission Philosophy G G As a dual admission student, your admission is confirmed to UNBC and NIC Political Science G at the start of your education. Complete Professional Communication G D two years of eligible classes at NIC and Psychology G then transfer into Year 3 of UNBC’s CV CR PA MW BachelorAll of Science. Religious Studies G Social Justice Studies G Royal Roads Dual Admission Sociology G G As a dual admission student, your admission is confirmed to Royal Roads Women’s Studies G and NIC at the start of your education. Biomedical Engineering G Upon completion of designated courses Civil Engineering G and programs you will automatically move into Year 3 of select programs MW All ENGINEERING AT NIC Computer Engineering/Computer Science G CV CR PA Learn more on page 23. Electrical Engineering G Emily Carr University of Art + Mechanical Engineering G Design Guaranteed Admission Complete NIC’s Fine Arts diploma Software Engineering G with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and you Astronomy G can automatically transfer into Year 3 of a Bachelor of Fine Arts or Bachelor Biochemistry CV GCR PA MW All of Design. Biochemistry & Molecular/ Microbiology D Biology G Alberta College of Art + Design Complete NIC’s Fine Arts diploma with Chemistry G D an average of C (2.0) or higher and you Computing Science/Computer Science MATH & SCIENCE G G can automatically transfer into Year 3 of a Bachelor of Fine Arts on the basis of AT NIC Earth & Ocean Sciences G academic standing and portfolio review. Learn more Environmental Science D on pages 22-23. Geoscience G Mathematics G D LEGEND Physics G G = Guaranteed Admission Psychology G D = Dual Admission T = Transfer Agreement Statistics G

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University Studies

WHY NIC?

Explore your options with NIC’s wide range of courses that transfer to universities across BC and beyond. With small class sizes, supportive instructors and competitive tuition, you’ll be well-prepared for university success.

Explore your interests Choose between 3-5 first and second- year courses per semester and receive transfer credit to the bachelor degree of your choice.

Transfer to university Take advantage of dual, guaranteed or general admission with our university partners. Apply at the start of your degree or complete university credits at NIC before applying to university.

Spend less for the same degree With affordable tuition and a lower cost of living, starting your bachelor’s degree at NIC will save you money.

Develop skills in design, analysis and project management with NIC’s Engineering Campus Foundations Certificate before transferring into Year 2 in your specialization.

CV CR CampbellPA MW All River

CV ComoxCR PA MW ValleyAll General transfer to universities CV CR PA PortMW All Alberni Canada-wide In addition to guaranteed admission partnerships, NIC courses can be combined to create a custom transfer plan. University Degree Pathways - pg 20 CV CR PA MW All Take advantage of NIC’s lower entrance CV CR PA MW All CV CR PA UniversityMW All of Victoria requirements and work toward the required Vancouver Island University courses for admittance to universities such as UBC, SFU and UVic. University of CV CR PA MW NorthernAll Each degree pathway has its own unique deadlines and transfer requirements. Meet CV CR PA MW All Royal Roads University with an advisor in NIC’s Office of Global CV CR PA MW All Alberta College of Art + Design Engagement to develop a plan that’s right Emily Carr University for you. of Art + Design

22 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA Choose courses to fit your interests and goals NIC courses can be combined to create a custom transfer plan, making it easy for you to transfer to the university program of your choice. Concentrate your studies in one specific area or explore a variety of subjects to meet specific transfer requirements.

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CV CRMathPA MW &All CVScienceCR PA MW All CV CRHumanitiesPA MW AllCVCV CRCR &PAPA SocialMWMW AllAll Science CV CREnglishPA MW All CV& LanguagesCR PA MW All

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Length: 1 to 2 years Length: 1 to 2 years Length: 1 to 2 years

You need: Eng 12 C+ plus any specific You need: Eng 12 C+ plus any specific You need: Eng 12 C+ plus any specific course prerequisites posted online. course prerequisites posted online. course prerequisites posted online. You’ll learn: NIC expert instructors can You’ll learn: Develop skills sought after by You’ll learn: Develop skills to read and help prepare you for math, science, employers as you learn how to assess and analyze complex texts and write effectively medical, optometry, dentistry and adapt to change, analyze trends and solve to meet academic and career goals. veterinary programs across Canada. complex problems. Subject areas: academic writing, creative Subject areas: biology, chemistry, Subject areas: anthropology, criminology, writing, literature studies, professional engineering, mathematics and physics geography, history, liberal studies, writing, Chinese, French and Spanish philosophy, political science, psychology, Keep studying: Work toward a degree Keep studying: Work toward a degree in sociology and women’s studies in engineering, computer science, English, French, professional communication microbiology and more with dual admission Keep studying: Work toward a degree in and more with dual admission UNBC and to UNBC and Royal Roads, guaranteed history, political science, philosophy and Royal Roads, guaranteed admission to UVic admission to UVic and VIU and general more with dual admission to UNBC and and VIU as well as general transfer to UBC, transfer to UBC, SFU and universities Royal Roads, guaranteed admission to UVic SFU and universities Canada-wide. Canada-wide. and VIU, and general transfer to UBC, SFU and universities Canada-wide.

NEW SAMPLE STUDY PLAN: Engineering Foundations VIU Bachelor of Education CV CR PA MW All CV CR PA MWCertificateAll “It’s easier to learn at NIC. The CV CR PA MW All CV CR PA MW All instructors really focus on Start: Sep, Jan Start: Sep teaching and are all really good Length: 2 years Length: 1 year at it. When I got to UVic I felt You need: Grade 12 and Phys 12 C+, more prepared and I was ready You need: Grade 12 and Phys 12 C+, Chem 12 C+, Pre-Calculus 12 B, Eng 12 C+ Chem 12 C+, Pre-Calculus 12 B, Eng 12 C+ to do well.” You’ll learn: Explore English, fine arts, You’ll learn: Develop robotics skills, biology, math, anthropology and more. Nolan Dewitt test the speed of sound and design NIC’s educational advisors will work Canada solar cookers in NIC’s engineering with you to help you choose the right classrooms. courses to meet your goals. Keep studying: Work toward a degree Keep studying: After completing two in biomedical engineering, mechanical years of university transfer coursework engineering, computer science and at NIC, you may be eligible for direct more with guaranteed admission to admission into third year of VIU’s UVic and general transfer to UBC, SFU Learn more: Bachelor of Education program. and more.

MORE PROGRAMS

Associate of Arts Degree • Associate of Science Degree • Criminology Diploma For full program details visit www.nic.bc.ca/university_transfer. www.nic.bc.ca/university_transfer

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Business

WHY NIC?

Navigate the world of business with NIC’s broad subject areas, expert faculty and work placement opportunities at home and abroad.

Paid Canadian work experience Co-op work terms provide opportunities to gain experience and make professional connections which could lead to full-time employment.

Connect with business leaders NIC’s Global Leaders of Tomorrow program pairs motivated students with community leaders to discuss business trends and forge strong connections. Neera Melaysho’s co-op work term in the City of Courtenay’s Financial Services Department gave her practical experience and confidence to succeed in business. Global opportunities Study abroad to gain more international Business Administration experience and work as part of a team Certificates & CVDiplomaCVCR CRPACVPAMWCRMWAllPAAllMW All on projects in Germany, Denmark, Diplomas MW All Scotland, Japan, Chile or the USA. CV CR PA Contact [email protected] to Start: Sep, Jan learn more. Business Administration Certificate Length: 2 years full time

MW All You need: Eng 12 C+, Math (Foundations 11 CV CR PA Learn more: C+, Principles 11 C, Applications 12 C, or Pre- Start: Sep, Jan Calculus 11 C) Length: 8 months You’ll learn: Explore career options in general management, marketing or You need: Eng 12 C+, Math (Foundations 11 accounting to determine the path that’s C+, Principles 11 C, Applications 12 C, or Pre- right for you. Learn from top-notch faculty, Calculus 11 C) connect with business leaders and prepare You’ll learn: Develop fundamental skills for great jobs locally and internationally in accounting, marketing, economics, with a range of co-op and applied learning computer applications and business writing opportunities. in a supportive environment. www.nic.bc.ca/business Keep studying: Two years credit toward Keep studying: One year credit toward NIC’s your business degree at NIC or apply to business diploma and degree programs. enter third-year at RGU in Scotland. Campus Start working: Qualify for entry-level Start working: Qualify for a broad range of opportunities in almost any industry, careers in office administration, accounting, CV CRComoxPA MW ValleyAll including administrative assistant positions sales, retail, product management and more. in marketing, finance and human resources.

CV CR OptionsPA MW All

CV CR PA MW VancouverAll Island University - pg 20

CV CR RoyalPA MW RoadsAll University - pg 20

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24 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA Bachelor Degrees Post-Degree Studies Business Administration Post Degree Diploma (PDD), GlobalCV CR PA BusinessMW All Management Bachelor of Business Business Administration CV CR PA MW All AdministrationCV CR PA MW All Degree Post Degree Diploma (PDD)

MW All MW All CV CR PA CV CR PA Start: Sep, Jan Start: Sep, Jan Start: Sep, Jan Length: 2 years full time including internship

Length: 4 years full time Length: 1 year full time You need: Bachelor’s degree (Min. 3 year), Eng 12 C+, Math (Foundations 11 C+, Principles You need: Eng 12 C+, Math (Foundations 11 You need: Bachelor’s degree (Min. 3 11 C, Applications 12 C, or Pre-Calculus 11 C) C+, Principles 11 C, Applications 12 C, or Pre- year), Eng 12 C+, Math (Foundations 11 C+, You’ll learn: Specialize in Canadian and Calculus 11 C) Principles 11 C, Applications 12 C, or Pre- international global business management You’ll learn: Specialize in accounting, Calculus 11 C) including trade, marketing and finance. general management or marketing. Develop You’ll learn: Advance your undergraduate Develop cross-cultural skills studying industry-relevant skills through paid co-op degree with a marketable business with classmates with a variety of cultural work experience and gain the business skills education in just one year. Specialize perspectives. and education you need to succeed in small in accounting and finance, general business or the global marketplace. management, international management, Keep studying: Master’s and MBA programs human resource management or marketing. throughout BC and beyond. Keep studying: Guaranteed admission to Start working: Qualify for opportunities in VIU’s dual graduate MBA/MScIB program or Keep studying: Master’s and MBA programs consulting, management, marketing, financial apply to master’s and MBA programs as well throughout BC and beyond. advising, international management and more. as professional CPA designations. Start working: Be well-prepared for Start working: Management level positions employment in business consulting, in public accounting, financial management, management or business ownership. Business Administration planning and business consulting. Post Degree Diploma (PDD), CV CR PA MW All PATHWAY TO: Pre-Professional Accountant CV CR PA MW All PATHWAY TO: VIU MBA/MScIB Guaranteed Admission Start: Sep, Jan Robert Gordon University CV CR PA MW All CV CR PA MW All 2 years full time including internship (RGU) MW All Length: CV CR PA MW All CV CR PA You need: Bachelor’s degree (Min 3 year), Start: Sep BUS-100, Eng 12 C+, Math (Foundations 11 Start: Sep, Jan Length: 14 to 18 months C+, Principles 11 C,Applications 12 C, or Length: 4 years full time Pre-Calculus 11 C) You need: NIC BBA or PDD (two-year) You’ll learn: Specialize in accounting with You need: Eng 12 C+, in Business Administration, with a a focus on preparation for entry into the Math (Foundations 11 C+, minimum GPA of 3.0. Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant Principles 11 C, Applications 12 C, or You’ll learn: Your NIC BBA degree (CPA) certification program. Gain work Pre-Calculus 11 C) or post-degree diploma gives you experience through your internship and You’ll learn: Complete two years guaranteed admission to VIU’s Master build your network of personal contacts. at NIC and then transfer to RGU in of Business Administration. This dual Aberdeen, Scotland for your third- British/Canadian program also earns Keep studying: Pursue your designation year to earn a Bachelor of Arts in you a Master of Science in International in accounting with the CPA or apply for Management degree. Then, maximize Business through the University of master’s and MBA programs throughout BC opportunity by returning to NIC Hertfordshire. and beyond. for a final year of study and earn a Start working: Qualify for accounting Start working: Gain the skills and Bachelor of Business Administration positions in public practice or industry knowledge to be a manager with a as well. including advanced managerial and financial global mindset, leading organizations accounting, corporate taxation, auditing and Keep studying: Apply to master’s, at regional, national and international strategic management. MBA programs as well as levels. professional CPA designations. Start working: Qualify for management level positions in public accounting, financial management, planning and business consulting.

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Tourism & Hospitality

WHY NIC?

Learn from industry leaders as you organize tourism events and travel to top resorts. Take part in academic exchange and paid work experience opportunities locally and around the world.

Travel and learn Take part in annual field trips to popular destinations such as New Orleans, Hawaii, Mexico or Cuba, as well as major Canadian tourist destinations like Vancouver and Whistler.

Apply your skills Host annual tourism events and After completing NIC’s Global Tourism and Hospitality Advanced Diploma, festivals such as WineFest and Elena Simonova secured employment at the Four Seasons in Whistler. other industry networking events to showcase your skills and work closely with local employers. Certificates & Tourism & Hospitality Diplomas Management Certificate Co-ops and paid internships CV CR PA MW All Earn academic credit and develop Start: Sep, Jan industry-relevant skills while networking Adventure Guiding Certificate Length: 8 months full time with industry in luxurious hotels and MW All CV CR PA resorts locally and in Victoria, Tofino, You need: Eng 12 C+, Math (Foundations Start: Sep Whistler, Banff and Disney World, 11 C, Applications 11 C, Pre-Calculus 11 or Florida. Length: 8 months full time Principles 11) You’ll learn: Learn industry-specific You need: Eng 12 C+, Math C+, (Principles skills required in tourism sectors such 10, Foundations 10, Pre-Calculus 10 or AW as accommodation, food and beverage, 11), medical form and fitness assessment adventure tourism and recreation, events You’ll learn: Qualify as a guide in BC’s and conferences, transportation, attractions growing adventure tourism industry. and travel trade. Develop field skills such as sea kayaking, sailing, canoeing, river rafting, swiftwater Keep studying: Earn credit toward NIC’s rescue, avalanche safety, wilderness first Tourism and Hospitality Management aid and more. Diploma. Start working: Launch a career in Campus Keep studying: Earn credit toward NIC’s restaurants, hotels, resorts, event planning, Tourism and Hospitality Management conferences and cruise ships or expand your CV CR CampbellPA MW All River Diploma with university transfer and earlier experience to acquire a management CV ComoxCR PA MW ValleyAll business degree bridging options. level position. Start working: Entry-level leadership CV CR PA PortMW All Alberni and guiding positions with sea kayaking companies, coastal resorts, whale and Options CV CR PA MW All wildlife tour operators, outdoor centres, Paid work experience - pg 12 youth wilderness camps and interpretive centres.

26 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA Tourism & Hospitality Post-Graduate ManagementCV CR PA MW All Diploma

CV CR PA MW All Global Tourism & Hospitality Start: Sep, Jan Management Advanced Length: 2 years full time Certificate

MW All You need: Eng 12 C+, Math (Foundations 11 C CV CR PA or Applications 11 C, AW 11 B, Pre-Calculus 11 Start: Sep, Jan or Principles 11) You’ll learn: Gain a solid business education Length: 8 months full time with tourism industry knowledge. Choose You need: Two-year diploma or three-year between four specialties including hospitality, degree, Eng 12 C+, Math (Foundations 11 sustainable tourism, hospitality and C+ or Pre-Calculus 11 C or Principles 11 C or sustainable tourism, and adventure guiding. Applications 12 C) Keep studying: Earn credit towards tourism You’ll learn: Gain management skills for a and business degrees in BC and Canada- career in international tourism. Advance wide, including NIC’s Bachelor of Business your degree or diploma with post-graduate Administration. Or, apply for Royal Roads study of accounting, marketing, events University Dual Admission at NIC management and more. and earn a Bachelor of Arts in International Keep studying: Receive credit toward NIC’s Hotel Management. Global Tourism and Hospitality Management Start working: Build a career with Advanced Diploma. international hotel chains, resorts, Start working: Qualify for positions in restaurants, adventure companies, hotel and restaurant general management, interpretive centres, parks and the travel human resources management, sales and trade, or operate your own tourism business. marketing management, convention services management, hotel revenue and financial management and more. Professional Cook 1, 2 & 3 (Culinary Arts) Global Tourism & Hospitality CVCV CRCR PAPA MWLevelMW AllAll 1 CV CR LevelsPA MW 2-3All Management Advanced Start: Varies (Check website for schedule) DiplomaCV CR PA MW All Length: CV CR PA MW All PC1 = 28 weeks (840 hours) “ PC2 = 14 weeks (420 hours), Start: Sep, Jan After completing my tourism Length: 2 years including internship PC3 = 6 weeks (180 hours) diploma I realized that I could To gain Red Seal certification, you require You need: Two-year diploma or three-year graduate with a business 5,000 hours in the workplace, completion degree, Eng 12 C+, Math (Foundations 11 degree and go on exchange in of three levels of technical training, and C+ or Pre-Calculus 11 C or Principles 11 C or Germany.” successfully pass the Red Seal examination. Applications 12 C) You need: Eng 12 C+, NIC Culinary Arts You’ll learn: Launch a career in international Paresa Habibi Assessment, Food Safe Level 1 tourism by combining post-graduate Canada You’ll learn: Become a skilled, qualified study of business with valuable workplace culinary professional. You’ll begin at experience. Choose between hospitality or Professional Cook 1 (PC1) as a registered sustainable tourism. apprentice, qualify for work and Start working: Domestic and international Learn more: apprenticeship credit during the program careers with leadership and management and finish after Professional Cook 3 (PC3) as opportunities in resorts, hotels, restaurants a culinary professional ready to write your and other special interest tourism Red Seal exam. operations. Keep studying: Work toward your Interprovincial (Red Seal) certification. Start working: Qualify for a successful career as a baker or sous-chef in bistros, hotels, spas, destination resorts, extended care facilities and more. www.nic.bc.ca/tourism

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Fine Arts & Design

WHY NIC?

Explore printmaking, painting, digital visual arts, ceramics and more in NIC’s well-equipped fine arts studios.

Inspiring facilities Create art in NIC’s Shadbolt studio, a modern 7,500 square foot building with separate ceramics, painting and sculpture studios.

Exhibit your work NIC’s fine arts students and faculty regularly join exhibits at Courtenay’s Muir Gallery, the Potters Place, the Comox Valley Art Gallery and the Courtenay and District Museum.

Guaranteed transfer Develop core technical abilities, critical thinking, communication and problem Design works of art with NIC’s wide range of specialty screen printing solving skills at NIC before transferring equipment, including a large format parallel screen printing press. NIC is one of few Canadian colleges to give students access to this calibre of equipment. to Emily Carr, ACAD, UVic or VIU to complete your degree. Fine Arts Fine Arts Diploma MW All CV CR PA Metal Jewellery Design Start: Sep Certificate Length: 2 years full time

CV CR PA MW All You need: Eng 12 C+, portfolio, admissions Start: Sep essay (See international.nic.bc.ca/ programs/fine-arts-and-design for portfolio 32 weeks full time Length: and essay guidelines) You need: Eng 12 C+, minimum age 19 You’ll learn: Develop strong analytical, Campus You’ll learn: Gain the technical skills problem solving and critical thinking skills and industry knowledge needed to to further your career and gain expertise in CV CR PA MW All Campbell River conceptualize and create metal jewellery. a broad range of disciplines that encompass CV CR PA MW All Comox Valley Apply professional techniques through traditional, interdisciplinary and digital art extensive hands-on studio practice and gain practices. Options business skills to effectively promote your CV CR PA MW All Keep studying: Transfer to degree programs designs. in BC, Alberta and across Canada, including CV CR PA MW All Paid work experience - pg 12 Start working: Qualify for employment in Alberta College of Art + Design, Emily Carr Alberta College of Art + Design - the retail jewellery industry or pursue self- University of Art + Design, UVic and VIU. CV CR PA MW All pg 20 employment by marketing your jewellery Start working: Work as an artist, gallery Emily Carr University of Art + at festivals, fairs, art galleries or your own assistant, teaching assistant, community arts Design - pg 20 studio. programmer and arts educator or pursue a career in painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, video, film and more.

28 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA Professional Potter Advanced Mobile Application Communication Design DiplomaCV CR PA MW All Development Certificate DiplomaCV CR PA MW All

MW All MW All MW All CV CR PA CV CR PA CV CR PA Start: To be determined Start: Sep Start: Sep

Length: 10 months full time Length: 8 months full time Length: 2 years full time

You need: Eng 12 C+, two-year Fine Arts You need: Eng 12 C+ You need: Eng 12 C+ diploma or Bachelor of Fine Arts with You’ll learn: Develop programming skills for You’ll learn: Learn to design commercially ceramics component, portfolio, 300-word the rapidly changing mobile applications effective print and online communications. statement. industry. Learn the fundamentals of Gain applied experience through optional You’ll learn: Develop advanced-level application development for smartphones, workplace practicums that give you industry design skills and production techniques, tablets and web. experience and connections. plus the business education you’ll need to Start working: Qualify to work as a mobile Keep studying: Earn credit toward NIC’s market your work effectively. Progressively app developer, front-end web designer or Advanced Communication Design Diploma. develop design and production skills, while interactive media programmer. Start working: Work as a book and editorial integrating technical knowledge of clays, designer, online or print publication glazes and firing processes. Web & Mobile Application designer, graphic designer, web designer, Keep studying: Apply for a residency at digital artist, brand identity and more. DevelopmentCV CR PA MW All Diploma Medalta International in Alberta. CV CR PA MW All Start working: Graduate with the advanced Advanced Communication skills and industry knowledge to become a Start: Sep professional potter with your own studio or &CV InteractiveCR PA MW All Design Diploma Length: 2 years full time workshop-based business. CV CR PA MW All

You need: Eng 12 C+ Start: Sep You’ll learn: Develop design skills for print and web, programming, mobile and web Length: 3 years full time Interactive Media development, web game development You need: Eng 12 C+ and project management. Take part in You’ll learn: Develop a strong combination optional workplace practicums to expand of design and programming skills to keep Web Design Certificate your professional experience and industry pace with industry advances and manage a CV CR PA MW All connections. high level of client communication needs in Start: Sep Keep studying: Advance your skills with print, mobile and online. NIC’s Advanced Communication and On-the-job experience is an optional part Length: 8 months full time Interactive Design Diploma of the program, giving you increased You need: Eng 12 C+ Start working: Qualify for work as a personal confidence, a stronger You’ll learn: Get your web design career web applications designer/developer, understanding of client expectations and started in just eight months. Gain skills in e-commerce site developer, mobile direct professional connections. HTML, CSS, Java Script, PHP and Database. application developer, web analytics Keep studying: Graduates are eligible for Explore web analytics and social media, and specialist and more. membership with the Society of Graphic learn the fundamentals of effective design, Designers of Canada. web tools and graphics, basic marketing, Work as a graphic designer, business foundations and more. Start working: web developer, web consultant, multimedia Keep studying: Earn credit toward NIC’s project coordinator, e-commerce site Interactive Media (Web and Mobile designer, web and mobile applications Application Development) Diploma. developer or mobile prototyper. Start working: Work as a freelance/ corporate web designer, database technician “ I have learned things I never or front-end web developer. Learn more: thought I would and in such a short period of time! I am not only talking about coding etc. but I feel like I learned a lot about myself too.

Thais Lescano Brazil

www.nic.bc.ca/finearts

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Community Care

WHY NIC?

Gain the practical experience and employer connections to care for children, students and adults in BC.

Work experience Take part in practicums with local employers to gain practical, first- hand training and experience as well as the professional connections and confidence to succeed in your career.

Community involvement Human Services students participate in community-based partnerships and volunteer at local events to gain hands on experience and learn about local and global issues.

Industry connections Each year, NIC human services students take part in an interactive, experiential NIC works closely with community Village Workshop at the K’omoks Big House, developing critical thinking skills agencies as well as industry and and intercultural awareness crucial to their future careers. government associations to ensure coursework is relevant, comprehensive and valued by employers. Certificates Educational Assistant/ Early Childhood Care Community Support & Education Certificate (Human Services Certificate) CV CR PA MW All CVCVCV CRCRCRPA PAPAMWMW MWAllAllAll Start: Sep Start: Sep

Length: 10 months full time Length: 10 months full time

You need: Eng 12 C+, Requisite Skills & You need: Eng 12 C+, 20 hours volunteer Abilities document experience and professional reference form, You’ll learn: Make a difference in the lives of 300-word letter of intent and Requisite young children by providing quality care and Skills & Abilities document education for healthy early development. You’ll learn: Prepare to provide support to Take the first step toward your BC Early individuals with a broad range of disabilities Childhood Educator certification, applying in the classroom and in the community. theory to practice in a variety of learning Learn intercultural communication skills and settings. understand contemporary Canadian social and family issues through practical training Keep studying: Earn transfer credit toward and weekly seminars. an Early Childhood Care and Education Diploma at colleges across BC. Keep studying: Earn credit toward NIC’s Campus Start working: Work as an early childhood Human Services Diploma. educator in preschools, childcare centres Start working: Qualify for a career as an CV CRComoxPA MW ValleyAll and out of school care programs. Facilitate education assistant providing classroom support or as a support worker in group CV CR CampbellPA MW All River community early learning programs such as Strong Start at child and family home, employment agencies, community CV CR PA PortMW All Alberni serving agencies. organizations and other human service agencies.

30 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA Educational Assistant/ Community Support Indigenous Focus (Human Services Certificate)

CV CR PA MW All

Start: Sep

Length: 10 months full time

You need: Eng 12 C+, 20 hours volunteer experience and professional reference form, 300-word letter of intent and Requisite Skills & Abilities document. You’ll learn: Prepare to provide support to individuals with a broad range of disabilities in the classroom and in the community. Learn intercultural communication skills and understand contemporary Canadian social and family issues, with a focus on Indigenous populations, through practical training and weekly seminars.

Keep studying: Earn credit toward NIC’s Human Services Diploma. Start working: Qualify for a career as an education assistant providing classroom support or as a support worker in a group home, employment agencies, community Early Childhood Care and Education students study the role of play in organizations and other human student learning. service agencies.

Diplomas Social Service Diploma

Human Services Diploma CV CR PA MW All

MW All “ CV CR PA Start: Sep These courses gave me Start: Sep confidence to plan activities Length: 2 years full time Length: 1 year full time (post 10 month that support the development You need: Eng 12 C+, 20 hrs volunteer Education Assistant/Community Support of the whole child. I learned experience with HSA professional reference certificate) form, 300-word letter of intent, Requisite foundational theories and You need: Education Assistant/ Community Skills & Abilities document. strategies.” Support Human Services Certificate You’ll learn: Gain insight into social justice Amanda Taylor You’ll learn: Further your career with to support and empower individuals, families Student, Early Childhood Care and advanced theory and practice in community and communities. Take part in workplace Education Certificate support, education assistance and social practicums to build a professional network service. Take part in workplace practicums and gain hands-on experience in the social to continue building your professional service field. Develop an understanding of network while gaining hands-on experience. current and emerging areas of best practice through community-based partnerships and Learn more: Keep studying: Earn transfer credit toward research opportunities. Bachelor of Social Work and Bachelor of Child and Youth Care degree programs. Keep studying: Earn transfer credit toward Start working: Employment opportunities social work or child and youth care degree include community support worker, mental programs. health and addictions positions, family Start working: Career options include support worker and education assistant. family support worker, community outreach worker, transition house counsellor, employment counsellor and addictions support worker. www.nic.bc.ca/communitycare

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Trades & Technology

WHY NIC?

Discover your trade at NIC. From carpentry to electrical foundation to industrial automation, you’ll develop nationally recognized skills with guidance from NIC’s inspiring, industry- recognized instructors.

Hands-on learning Develop a solid mastery of applied skills in NIC’s industry-approved training programs.

Job-ready skills Connect with industry experts and work with specialized equipment to develop a strong foundation of employable skills.

Mike Mclean graduated from NIC’s Industrial Automation program with in- Red Seal instructors demand skills and multiple job offers in Campbell River, Nanaimo and Alberta. Learn from highly skilled professionals who know their trades and are committed to helping you succeed in Aircraft Structures Technician Automotive Service Technician your chosen industry. (AME-S) Foundation Harmonized

MW All MW All CV CR PA CVCV CRCR PAPA MW All Start: Sep Start: Sep

Length: 10 months approx full time Length: 30 weeks full time

You need: Eng 12 C+, Math C+ (Principles You need: Eng 12 C+, Math C (Principles 10, Applications 11, AW 11, Foundations 11 or 10, AW 10, Foundations 10, Pre-Calculus successful NIC math assessment.) 10, Applications 11 or successful NIC math You’ll learn: Develop technical skills to assessment.) work in the field of aircraft structures. You’ll learn: Master essential skills identified The program includes two technical tests by employers, from brake system servicing required for your AME-S license and you will and steering to suspension service, wheel receive recognition from Transport Canada alignment, electronic systems and more. for formal training. Keep Studying Transfer to colleges across Keep studying: Work toward your Transport BC to work toward your Interprovincial (Red Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Seal) certification. Structures (AME-S) licence. Start working: Qualify for work as an Start working: Qualify for high-demand automotive service technician, parts Campus jobs in aircraft repair and servicing, aircraft technician, service writer or service manager. manufacturing, composite component CV CR CampbellPA MW All River repair, aircraft parts manufacturing and CV CR PA MW All Comox Valley aircraft parts technician.

CV CR PA MW All Port Alberni

32 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA Carpentry Foundation Harmonized

MW All CV CR PA Start: Sep, Jan

Length: 24 weeks full time

You need: Eng 12 C+, Math C (Principles 10, Applications 11, AW 11, Foundations 11 or successful NIC math assessment.) You’ll learn: Build your carpentry career in BC’s booming construction industry.

Keep Studying: Transfer to colleges across BC to work toward your Interprovincial (Red Seal) certification. Start working: Carpenters work in residential, commercial, or industrial construction. Work may include, but would not be limited to framer, finisher, carpenters’ assistant and home renovation. While studying industrial automation at NIC as part of Brazil’s Science without borders program, Douglas Chesini worked on specialized equipment and made connections with industry experts. Electrical Foundation

MW All CV CR PA Electronics Technician Industrial Automation Sep, Jan Start: Core Certificate Technician Diploma Length: 24 weeks full time CV CR PA MW All CV CR PA MW All

You need: Eng 12 C+, Math II C+ (Principles, Start: Sep Start: Sep Foundations or Pre-Calculus or NIC Length: 9 months full time Electrical Assessment), Phys 11 C, NIC Trades Length: 9 months full time You need: Eng 12 C+, Math C+ (Principles 11, assessment. You need: NIC’s Electronics Technician Core Applications 12, Foundations 11, Pre-Calculus You’ll learn: Develop a solid mastery of certificate 11 or successful NIC math assessment.) applied skills, from workplace safety to You’ll learn: Learn to work on all types of You’ll learn: Take the first step toward an blueprint reading and wiring methods. electronic systems, including motor controls, exciting career in electronics. Learn to Keep Studying: Transfer to colleges across programmable logic controllers, data repair, maintain and install electronic circuits BC to work toward your Interprovincial (Red acquisition, computer control systems and including microprocessors and robotic Seal) certification. robotics. Participate in interactive field trips equipment. Start working: Qualify for work in and gain hands on experience with NIC’s residential, commercial and industrial Keep studying: Continue into NIC’s state-of-the-art equipment and technology. Industrial Automation Technician Diploma or electrical construction, electrical Keep studying: Receive transfer credit transfer to electronics specialty diplomas in maintenance and service, marine electrical toward some instrumentation programs. BC and beyond. work or alternate energy and utilities Start working: Qualify to work in renewable Start working: Qualify for further training in energy, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, forest a specialty option to achieve certification as products and more. a technician or technologist.

I“ have been incredibly More Programs Learn more: satisfied with the quality and motivation of NIC’s Aircraft • Heavy Mechanical Foundation Structures students, I have • Joinery/Cabinetmaking Foundation hired many of them.” • Metal Fabrication Foundation

Bill Alder • Plumbing & Piping Foundation President, Sealand Aviation For full program details visit Campbell River international.nic.bc.ca/ trades-and-technology www.nic.bc.ca/trades

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Get Connected We look forward to welcoming you to NIC’s community.

Pre-Arrival Attend orientation What to bring

Book your plane ticket. Every day during orientation, we will host Bring the following key documents The Comox Valley Airport (YQQ) is only fun and informative workshops to help you with you to orientation: a 35-minute direct flight from Vancouver make the most of your NIC experience. • Passport Airport (YVR). Attendance at orientation is mandatory. • Study permit or Visitor’s Visa stamp. Apply for a Visa or eTA. Workshop topics include: The Government of Canada requires • Address and phone number of your new • adapting to Canadian students from some countries to have a accomodation. If you are in homestay, educational culture temporary resident visa or an electronic please provide the family name and travel authorization (eTA). • medical insurance family email address. Find out if you need a visa to study in • banking • Original transcripts and documents Canada at For www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit. required by admissions. information on how to apply for your eTA, • community safety Questions? Email [email protected] visit https://canada.evisa-travel.org/eta// • Canadian law for assistance. Secure Accomodation. • volunteer opportunities Ensure you have confirmed housing • and so much more. Join our online community arrangements before arrival. See homestay information on page 17. During orientation you will tour the campus, We encourage you to post photos of your meet other students and faculty, make new journey to Canada on social media with the Attend Pre-departure Session. friends and learn how to access essential hashtag so that we can share your Approximately one month prior to start of #IamNIC resources to succeed as an NIC student. adventures in real time. Join us on Instagram the term, we will provide a pre-departure or like us on Facebook session to review important information Questions? Email [email protected] @NorthIslandCollege in preparation for your studies at NIC. @NorthIslandCollegeGlobal. Attendance is mandatory.

34 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL.NIC.BC.CA How to Apply

Apply to NIC in two easy steps.

Once you have chosen your program, determine your eligibility by reviewing the admission requirements. Then, simply gather the necessary information and prepare to apply in just two easy steps.

Submit an application 2 Submit supporting documents 1 To qualify for admission to North Island College you • personal contact information must meet the following requirements – Applicant must: • copy of passport with signature page 1. Be 18 years of age or older within the calendar year in which they are applying to study. • high school transcripts (Consideration may be given for younger students who have completed high school and meet all other admission • post-secondary transcripts from all requirements.) post-secondary institutions you’ve attended 2. Meet other academic and admission requirements for your chosen program. Full admission • post-secondary credentials (certificate, requirements are found under each diploma, degree, etc.) program description. • official language oficiencypr scores 3. Meet the minimum Academic English language requirement by completing one of: • supplemental information required by your program. • NIC Academic English Language Program; or • BC Grade 12 English C(+); or • CAEL 60 and writing 60; or • IELTS 6.0 no band below 5.5; or • TOEFL iBT 80 no section below 19; or • TOEFL 550 (Code 8538); or • PTE Academic minimum 54 with no component below 46.

Once you have received your Letter of Acceptance from North Island College, you can apply for a study permit. For more information on study permit requirements to study in Canada, visit www.cic.gc.ca.

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