Langara College

Overview

Established in 1965

Nature: Public college

Location: Located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, specifically in a residential area south of downtown Vancouver.

Students: There are approximately 21,000 full-time and part-time students, including international students.

Educational Philosophy

Langara College is committed to providing high-quality education and creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students. The college emphasizes small class teaching and personalized attention to help students achieve their academic and personal goals. Langara College is also known for its high university transfer rate, with many students choosing to complete their first two years of study here and then transfer to a four-year university for further study.

Subjects and Courses

University Transfer Programs:

Offers a wide range of liberal arts and science subjects, such as biology, chemistry, economics, English literature, history, mathematics, philosophy, etc. These courses can usually be seamlessly transferred to the University of British Columbia (UBC), Simon Fraser University (SFU) and other Canadian universities.

Career Programs:

Including professional training in accounting, business management, computer information systems, early childhood education, hotel management, journalism, nursing, visual arts and other fields.

Post-Degree Diplomas:

For students who already have a bachelor's degree, further professional training is provided, such as global supply chain management, marketing management, etc.

Continuing Studies:

Provide opportunities for adult education and lifelong learning, including short courses, career development training and interest courses.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses:

Provide intensive English training for international students to help them improve their language skills so that they can smoothly enter professional courses.

Featured Advantages

Teaching Staff: There are many award-winning teachers and the teaching quality is high.

University Transfer Path: Langara College has cooperation agreements with many universities, providing students with convenient transfer paths.

International Atmosphere: Attracting students from all over the world, promoting cultural diversity and exchanges.

Excellent Geographical Location: Located south of downtown Vancouver, with convenient transportation and complete surrounding facilities.

Support services: Provide comprehensive support services, including academic counseling, career planning, mental health counseling and international student services.

Campus facilities

Library: The modern library is rich in resources and provides students with a good learning environment.

Classrooms and laboratories: Equipped with advanced teaching equipment and technology, supporting learning that combines theory with practice.

Sports facilities: Including gyms, sports fields, etc. to meet students' fitness needs.

Dormitories: Although on-campus accommodation is limited, the school will assist students in finding suitable off-campus accommodation.

Dining services: There are many restaurants and cafes on campus to choose from.

Health Center: Provides basic medical services and mental health counseling.

Contact information

Official website: https://www.langara.ca/

Address: 100 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 2Z6, Canada

Tel: +1 604-323-5000

Email: info@langara.ca

Accreditation and recognition

Langara College is a formal higher education institution approved and regulated by the British Columbia government. The degrees and certificates it provides are widely recognized in Canada and internationally.

For Chinese students, some of the academic qualifications issued by Langara College are also recognized by the Chinese Ministry of Education, but the specific situation may vary with policy changes. It is recommended to check the latest official announcement for confirmation.

Other information

Admission requirements:

University transfer credit courses: Generally require high school graduation, a certain level of English proficiency (such as TOEFL 80 or IELTS 6.5), and submit relevant application materials.

Professional certificate and diploma courses: Depending on the specific requirements of different majors, specific prerequisite courses or other qualifications may be required.

Graduate diploma: Applicants need to have a bachelor's degree and meet the prerequisite course requirements of specific majors.

Scholarships: Langara College offers a variety of scholarships, grants and other forms of financial assistance to eligible students.

Extracurricular activities: Rich community organizations, cultural activities and volunteer service opportunities make students' lives more colorful.