Ways to Study

Each year about 14,000 students choose Douglas. Every student has different needs - so we provide many ways to succeed. Douglas offers a variety of ways to reach your educational goal, including:

Bachelor's Degrees

A Bachelor's Degree is a credential that recognizes you for completing an organized group of courses in a career or academic specialty. It's usually 120 credits, or 40 courses, and takes about 4 years of full-time study to complete. Douglas offers 8 job-focused Bachelor's Degrees, in areas in which we're recognized for our expertise. For more information: Bachelor's Degrees at Douglas College.

Career Programs

Career programs prepare you to enter a new job or upgrade to a higher position in your current field as soon as you graduate. They are usually 60-credit programs that take about 2 years of full-time study to complete. Many career programs are offered on a part-time basis. For more information: Career Programs at Douglas College.

University Transfer

University Transfer means you start studying at Douglas, then transfer to another institution to complete your studies. The other institution will recognize the education you took at Douglas. University transfer is a great way to get started on your degree while saving money and studying close to home. Douglas offers university transfer courses in Arts, Science and Commerce and Business. For more information: University Transfer at Douglas College.

Degree Partnerships

A Degree Partnership is a unique agreement that Douglas has made with another institution, in which you can earn your bachelor's degree from an accredited university, with all the benefits of attending college. Unlike University Transfer, in a Degree Partnership program you are enrolled in both institutions. That means you can take courses at both institutions at the same time, or can move between them freely. For more information: Degree Partnerships at Douglas College.

Part-Time Study

Part-time study allows you to reach your educational goals, even if you are busy with work, family or other responsibilities. As a part-time student, you'll take 1-3 courses per semester (full-time students take 4-5 courses per semester). You can choose afternoon or evening classes to fit your schedule. Douglas career programs, university transfer courses and continuing education and training courses are all offered on a part-time basis. For more information: Part-time study at Douglas College.

Continuing Education

The Department of Continuing Education at Douglas offers a variety of flexible adult learning options, whether your goal is professional upgrading and career development, exploring a topic of interest or starting a new career. You can enroll in individual courses and seminars, or complete a part-time certificate. For more information: Continuing Education at Douglas College.

Study Abroad Programs

Douglas offers a number of opportunities for students to study abroad. You will earn credits towards your studies at Douglas College, while immersing yourself in the language and culture at a post-secondary institution in another country. Field school locations include Argentina, China, Mexico and Wales. For more information, see Study Abroad at Douglas College.

Co-Operative Education

A number of Douglas programs offer a co-operative education option. Co-op means that once you've completed half of a diploma or university transfer program, you can alternate semesters of classroom study with semesters of paid, full-time employment. You'll gain real-life skills related to your program, make contacts in your field and be paid for your time, all while earning credits towards your credential. At this time, Co-op is only offered in a limited number of programs. For more information: Co-operative Education at Douglas College.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Douglas is a leader in ESL education for university and college students, with a variety of programs for students of all different backgrounds and abilities. These include: academic programs to help build the English academic skills you'll need to study in Canada, specialized English training for foreign-trained professionals, immersion programs and the new TESL Citation program. For more information: ESL at Douglas College.

Upgrading for English and Math

Been out of the workforce for a while? Looking to get ahead in your job or even switch to a new career? Douglas College offers upgrading courses that will help improve your reading, writing and math and get you ready to go back to school or to advance in your career. Most of the Developmental Studies courses at Douglas are tuition-free. For more information: Developmental Studies at Douglas College.

Training Group

The Training Group offers training and community education programs, including job search and career development, self employment and small business development, and industry and business training. The focus at the Training Group is providing solutions that meet your training needs, budget and timelines, whether you are an individual, business or organization. For more information: The Training Group.