StudyCanada guide · reviewed October 2026
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Choose a university college in Canada by clicking on the map or selecting a province from the drop-down menu. For all university colleges in Canada click here..
University colleges in Canada combine university and college traditions, with a strong base of applied and academic programs offered in campus environments. As the name suggests, a university college in Canada offers university degrees as well as college diploma and certificate programs. Students can expect to find a wide range of program choices at university colleges in Canada, including English as a Second Language (ESL) programs.
As a component of the university system, university colleges in
Canada offer students a choice of either academically-oriented university
degree programs or the more practically-oriented college diplomas
and certificates. As part of the college system, university colleges
in Canada are distinguished by their strong student support services,
small classes and strong campus environments. University colleges
in Canada also may offer combined degree/diploma programs and university
transfer programs.
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