Associate Degree
(A)
There are two types
of Associate degrees: the Associate of Arts degree and the Associate of
Science. To earn an Associate degree, a student must complete 60 semester
credits in a clearly defined program of first and second year university
transfer courses. These are awarded by colleges, university colleges and
institutes.
Apprenticeship
(AP)
This refers to mandatory
technical training which an apprentice must take in order to achieve British
Columbia Trade Qualification status. This training is offered by colleges,
university colleges and institutes.
Students must be registered
in a trade by the Industry Training Authority .
Bachelor's Degree
(B)
Bachelor's degree
programs normally take four years of full-time study to complete. Many
offer options in particular disciplines as well as a more specialized
honours option. These are awarded by university colleges, institutes and
universities.
Certificate (C)
Certificate programs
usually involve one year or less of study. These are awarded by colleges,
university colleges, institutes and universities.
Diploma (D)
The diploma normally
involves two years of study in a career, technical, or academic program.
These are awarded at colleges, university colleges, institutes and universities.
