British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)

Polytechnic

Burnaby, British Columbia · Founded 1964

Enrollment

30,000+ students

Degree Granting

Yes

Campuses

None documented

Website

www.bcit.ca

Acceptance Rate

60%

Address

3700 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC V5G 3H2

QS Ranking

Not ranked (Polytechnic)

Application Fee (2026 Est.)

$52 CAD

Notable Distinctions

Canada's largest polytechnic; research-focused

Programs & Specializations

Engineering Technology Applied Sciences Trades Health Sciences

Most Popular Programs

Computer Systems Technology Electrical & Computer Engineering Mechanical Engineering Business Management Nursing Automotive Service Technology Architectural & Building Technology Biomedical Engineering Technology

About

BCIT is Canada's largest polytechnic and is widely regarded as the top applied-learning institution in British Columbia. Its graduates have among the highest employment rates of any post-secondary institution in BC. BCIT's technology and engineering programs are directly aligned with industry needs, and many programs maintain waitlists due to high demand. The institution is known for its intensive, industry-connected curriculum.