About the course

Architectural and Building Technology (ABT) is a comprehensive, two-year diploma program with a focus on applied learning. It combines sound theoretical knowledge with practical skills and technical training to provide job-ready competencies for immediate application upon entering the workforce. Students learn from industry-based faculty, develop extensive practical skills for rewarding careers, and graduate with an industry recognized credential in the design, development, construction, and building science sectors. Many employers seek out graduates from this program to join their companies. Students follow a fixed curriculum of common courses that includes lectures and practical applications in construction drawing, materials and methods, estimating techniques, building systems, and computer applications. Organized field trips and ?hands-on? workshops form part of the curriculum and attendance is required. Students are often able to further their education through summer jobs with architects, engineers, developers, and contractors. In the second year of the program, in addition to the common academic core, students take an Elective course (subject to departmental approval) in one of three areas of specialization. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Burnaby
Fall (September), 2025	Burnaby

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)

Most certificate and diploma-level programs are designed for students who have completed high school to Grade 12 in Canada. Official transcripts and supporting documentation must be submitted in Portable Document Format (PDF) when you complete your online application. As you create PDFs of your official transcripts, remember to include the front and back of every page. Certified English translations must be submitted with non-English transcripts. IELTS Academic – 6.5, TOEFL iBT (internet-based test) – 86. TOEFL paper-based test are not accepted.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 86.0

　　

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT). If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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