“Education is for improving the lives of others and for leaving your community and world better than you found it.”
– Marian Wright Edelman
Going abroad to pursue studies is a significant milestone in an individual’s life. Numerous international students have traveled to Canada over the past few years in search of job opportunities, an excellent standard of living, and better education. Metropolitan Canadian cities, including Quebec, Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver, and Alberta, have emerged as global leaders in the education industry.
The third-largest province in Canada, British Columbia, which is known for its breathtaking natural beauty, has become the desired destination for both local and international students when it comes to education. The province is surrounded by nature, awe-inspiring landscapes, and natural lakes and boasts a fantastic city life. In addition, the region is a blend of nature and multicultural diversity, which makes it more appealing for students of varied backgrounds and cultures.
The world’s best colleges and universities are located in British Columbia, one of which is Western Community College (WCC). Due to the college’s excellent educational facilities, stunning campus locations, and variety of student services, Western Community College is a top choice for international as well as local students. In British Columbia, students have access to a plethora of educational as well as employment opportunities. Additionally, the provincial government of British Columbia does everything in its power to maintain the highest standards for postsecondary education.
In addition to excellent colleges and endless work opportunities, British Columbia has a diverse and welcoming environment. British Columbia bustles with international students from all over the world, who travel to the province to acquire top-notch education in different fields such as communications, art, technology, fashion, and IT, to name a few.
Many vibrant, culturally diverse cities that provide the best educational facilities and programs are situated in the province of British Columbia. The different campuses of Western Community College are spread across the region in cities such as Surrey, King George, South Surrey, Surrey Central, Abbotsford, and Prince George. Western Community College is a top choice for students because of its multiculturalism and top-quality postsecondary education.
Since its inception in 2012, Western Community College has offered over 56 programs to the Greater Vancouver community. In addition to providing a range of student development and academic services, the college offers top-quality, accessible, and affordable education to all its students. To maintain its standard and quality of education, the college analyses the student-learning outcomes daily and makes revisions to enhance the program, course, and overall institutional efficiency.
Western Community College provides certificate and diploma programs in several fields, including Accounting, Health Care, Pharmacy, Business, and IT, along with providing career-based programs for graduates. Western Community College is also an approved Amazon Career Choice provider and a CompTIA Authorized Academy Partner. After opening its new campuses in the regions of Abbotsford and Surrey, the college’s admission rate in all the program offerings has increased significantly. Because of the quality education it offers, Western Community College continues to expand at a fast pace.
Some of the main courses and programs of the Western Community College are the Bachelor in Hospitality Management Program, Health Care Assistant Program, Dental assistant program, Early Childhood Education Program, and a 74-week Diploma in Paralegal Studies. Other than these courses, the college also offers various scholarship programs, which include Smt. Amarjeet Kaur Dhaliwal Scholarship, which helps deserving students in pursuing further education. This scholarship program also provides a manageable monthly payment plan and is offered to students based on academic performance, financial status, and participation in extracurricular activities.
Besides providing the best education, Western Community College also works for the welfare of society. The institution has established the WCC Cares Campaign, through which the Western Community College supports and donates to ten different institutions and helps transform communities through education. The Western Community College has also donated $5,000 to the Archway Food Bank Abbotsford and another $5,000 to the Surrey Food Bank, $10000 to Vancouver General Hospital, and $10000 worth of toys to The Children’s Foundation as part of its initiative to celebrate the institution’s 10th anniversary.
British Columbia is a curation of cultures and is home to numerous international students. Because of its diverse culture, it is easier for students to adjust to their new surroundings. Studying in British Columbia has emerged as the most popular option for international students as a result of the educational policies implemented by the provincial government. Just like Quebec and Ontario, British Columbia has also proved its mettle in the field of postsecondary education thanks to educational institutes like Western Community College. Western Community College has played a significant part in attracting a large number of international students to its campuses through its well-crafted courses, programs, and educational facilities. With institutions like Western Community College in the education sector of British Columbia, it can be predicted that the province will attract even more international students in the future.
