British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)

The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is a public polytechnic institution located in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, renowned for its hands-on, applied education and close integration with industry. Established in 1964, BCIT is one of British Columbia’s largest post-secondary institutions and a key contributor to Canada’s technical and professional workforce.

Institutional Overview

BCIT operates under the mandate of providing practical, career-focused education across a broad range of fields, including applied and natural sciences, engineering, health sciences, business and media, computing and IT, and trades and apprenticeship training. Its programs are designed in consultation with employers, ensuring that graduates are work-ready and equipped with the technical and problem-solving skills required in today’s industries.

The institute serves more than 45,000 students annually, including over 6,500 full-time students and 18,000 part-time students, across its five main campuses:

• Burnaby Campus (main campus and headquarters)

• Downtown Campus (Vancouver)

• Aerospace Technology Campus (Richmond)

• Marine Campus (North Vancouver)

• Annacis Island Campus (Delta)