About the university
Vancouver Community College (VCC) is a public college with more than 15,000 students on two campuses in central Vancouver: Broadway and Downtown. It offers diplomas, certificates, post-degree diplomas and university transfer, in fields such as technology, business, culinary arts, hospitality, early childhood education and the trades. Its campuses include public restaurants, an auto shop and a salon where students train.
Indian students look at VCC for post-degree diplomas after a bachelor's (cybersecurity, IT project management, supply chain) and for two-year diplomas such as computer systems technology and hospitality management. Several popular programmes are currently closed to new international applicants, so always check VCC's availability page before you apply.
- Type
- Public college in British Columbia (diplomas, certificates, post-degree diplomas and some bachelor's degrees)
- Total students
- Over 15,000
- Campuses
- Two in Vancouver: Broadway (1155 East Broadway) and Downtown (250 West Pender Street)
- Programme areas
- 18, including business, technology, culinary arts, hospitality, health sciences and design
- Intakes
- Mostly September; some programmes also January or May
- Tuition deposit
- About CAD 10,250 to 12,200, of which CAD 10,000 is non-refundable
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (Post-Degree Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$17,379
- Duration
- 2 years full time (Downtown campus)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- English Studies 12 (C grade or equivalent): IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, Duolingo 115 or TOEFL iBT 80; PTE Academic and CAEL also accepted (programme asks for English 12 C+)
- Undergraduate
Computer Systems Technology (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$19,355
- Duration
- 2 years full time, 60 credits (Downtown campus)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- English Studies 12 (C grade or equivalent): IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, Duolingo 115 or TOEFL iBT 80; PTE Academic and CAEL also accepted
- Postgraduate
IT Project Management (Post-Degree Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$13,801
- Duration
- 2 years (four 4-month terms with one term break)
- Intakes
- May
- English
- English Studies 12 (C grade or equivalent): IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, Duolingo 115 or TOEFL iBT 80; PTE Academic and CAEL also accepted
- Postgraduate
Global Supply Chain Management (Post-Degree Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$16,892
- Duration
- 2 years (four 4-month terms); needs a bachelor's of at least 3 years
- Intakes
- January
- English
- English Studies 12 (C grade or equivalent): IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, Duolingo 115 or TOEFL iBT 80; PTE Academic and CAEL also accepted
- Undergraduate
Hospitality and Food Service Systems Management (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$19,355
- Duration
- 2 years (four terms), with a work experience co-op in year 2
- Intakes
- January; September (January 2027 closed, September 2027 open)
- English
- English Studies 12 (C grade or equivalent): IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, Duolingo 115 or TOEFL iBT 80; PTE Academic and CAEL also accepted (programme asks for English 12 C-)
- Undergraduate
Construction Engineering Technician (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$23,001
- Duration
- 2 years full time; civil/structural or architectural first year
- Intakes
- September
- English
- English Studies 12 (C grade or equivalent): IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, Duolingo 115 or TOEFL iBT 80; PTE Academic and CAEL also accepted (programme asks for English 12 C-)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$33,244
- Duration
- 17 months, with a practicum (co-op work permit needed)
- Intakes
- February, May, July, August and October (2027 intakes open)
- English
- English 10 or equivalent: IELTS Academic 5.5 with no band below 5.0, Duolingo 95 or TOEFL iBT 50
- Undergraduate
Early Childhood Care and Education (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$24,516
- Duration
- 2 years full time (1,830 hours including several practicums)
- Intakes
- January; May; September
- English
- English Studies 12 (C grade or equivalent): IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, Duolingo 115 or TOEFL iBT 80; PTE Academic and CAEL also accepted; interview and two reference letters also required
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (Post-Degree Diploma) | 2 years full time (Downtown campus) | C$17,379 | ≈ ₹11.6 lakh |
| Computer Systems Technology (Diploma) | 2 years full time, 60 credits (Downtown campus) | C$19,355 | ≈ ₹13 lakh |
| IT Project Management (Post-Degree Diploma) | 2 years (four 4-month terms with one term break) | C$13,801 | ≈ ₹9.2 lakh |
| Global Supply Chain Management (Post-Degree Diploma) | 2 years (four 4-month terms); needs a bachelor's of at least 3 years | C$16,892 | ≈ ₹11.3 lakh |
| Hospitality and Food Service Systems Management (Diploma) | 2 years (four terms), with a work experience co-op in year 2 | C$19,355 | ≈ ₹13 lakh |
| Construction Engineering Technician (Diploma) | 2 years full time; civil/structural or architectural first year | C$23,001 | ≈ ₹15.4 lakh |
| Culinary Arts (Diploma) | 17 months, with a practicum (co-op work permit needed) | C$33,244 | ≈ ₹22.3 lakh |
| Early Childhood Care and Education (Diploma) | 2 years full time (1,830 hours including several practicums) | C$24,516 | ≈ ₹16.4 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Vancouver Community College with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
- New international students in PGWP-eligible programmes
International Regional Entrance Award
Value: CAD 500 to 5,000 (up to CAD 160,000 a year in total)
Eligibility: New international applicants from under-represented countries (VCC does not list them); strong English and grades help. No separate application: selected students are told with their offer. Applied at the start of the second term.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Diplomas need Grade 12 graduation or equivalent (Indian Class 12), plus programme-specific English and maths grades, for example Foundations of Math 11 C+ for Computer Systems Technology.
- You must be 17 or older or a secondary school graduate. Seats go on a first-qualified, first-served basis.
- Pay the CAD 145 application fee; after an offer, a tuition deposit (CAD 10,000 of it non-refundable) is due within two to three weeks.
Postgraduate
- Post-degree diplomas need an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution; Global Supply Chain Management asks for a bachelor's of at least 3 years, so 3-year Indian degrees are accepted there.
- English is assessed against an English 12 grade (C or C+, depending on the programme).
- Several post-degree diplomas (Business Management, Project Management, Hospitality Management, Network Technology) are currently not accepting applications.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree transcripts and certificate (post-degree diplomas)
- IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, PTE or CAEL result (valid for 2 years)
- Application fee of CAD 145
- Study permit after the offer (see our Canada guide)
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0 for English 12 C-level programmes; 5.5 (no band below 5.0) for English 10-level programmes such as Culinary Arts |
| TOEFL iBT | 80 for English 12 C-level programmes; 50 for English 10 level |
| Duolingo | 115 for English 12 C-level programmes; 95 for English 10 level |
| PTE Academic and CAEL | Accepted; VCC's page does not list the score equivalents |
| Class 12 English | VCC's English requirements page does not list a waiver for Indian Class 12 English |
Accommodation and living costs
VCC's international pages we checked do not list college residences or rents. Budget for private rental housing in Vancouver, which is expensive.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
VCC has two campuses in Vancouver: Broadway and Downtown.
- Downtown campus at 250 West Pender Street for technology and business programmes.
- Broadway campus at 1155 East Broadway.
- Training restaurants, an auto shop and a salon and spa that serve the public.
- About 1,200 employees.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Several VCC programmes include practicums or co-op terms, for example hospitality, culinary arts and early childhood education. See our Canada guide for work and post-study work rules.
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FAQs
Which VCC programmes are open to international students now?
Check VCC's availability page. In October 2026 it showed Computer Systems Technology, the Cybersecurity post-degree diploma, Construction Engineering Technician and Hospitality diploma open for September 2027, and IT Project Management for May 2027. Several business post-degree diplomas are closed.
How much does a post-degree diploma cost?
VCC lists whole-programme tuition, for example CAD 34,758 for the two-year Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance diploma and CAD 27,602 for IT Project Management. Student fees are extra.
What IELTS score do I need?
Most diplomas and post-degree diplomas ask for English 12 level: IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0, Duolingo 115 or TOEFL iBT 80.
Are there scholarships?
VCC's International Regional Entrance Award gives CAD 500 to 5,000 to some new international students from under-represented countries. You do not apply separately.
Sources
- VCC: International students (opens in a new tab)
- VCC: International tuition and fees (opens in a new tab)
- VCC: Programme availability status (international) (opens in a new tab)
- VCC: English requirements (international) (opens in a new tab)
- VCC: International Regional Entrance Award (opens in a new tab)
- VCC: About VCC (opens in a new tab)
- VCC: Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance PDD (opens in a new tab)
- VCC: Computer Systems Technology (opens in a new tab)
- VCC: IT Project Management PDD (opens in a new tab)
- VCC: Business Management PDD (not accepting applications) (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.vcc.ca (opens in a new tab)
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