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Burnaby Institute of Technology

“Future Ready: Student Success for a Complex World. (Motto: Quisque dominus summi - To each their highest attainment.)”

3700 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC V5G 3H2, Canada

About Burnaby Institute of Technology

The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is a public polytechnic institute in Burnaby, Canada, established in 1964. It is renowned for its applied, hands-on education, delivering practical skills relevant to industry needs. The institution offers diverse programs, including diplomas and degrees in fields such as engineering, business, and digital arts. Its School of Construction and the Environment hosts architecture-related programs, notably the Architectural and Building Technology (ABT) Diploma and the Bachelor of Architectural Science (BAS) degree. The BAS program, a two-year full-time offering, builds upon architectural technology diplomas, integrating design theory with building technology. It focuses on sustainable thinking and building, encompassing cultural history, material science, project management, and communication skills through extensive studio projects. The ABT diploma provides comprehensive technical training for careers in design, construction, and building science, emphasizing job-ready competencies through industry-based faculty and practical applications. BCIT is dedicated to producing industry-ready professionals through its unique educational philosophy and strong ties to industry.

Program Name	Details
Architectural and Building Technology Diploma This comprehensive program combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills and technical training, focusing on applied learning. Students develop job-ready competencies for the design, development, construction, and building science sectors.	2 years English CAD 20784 per year Deadline: Not specified, but applications are typically open from August 31 to September 30	Visit
Bachelor of Architectural Science Bachelor's Degree This program bridges design theory and building technology, emphasizing holistic and critical thinking at the intersection of living systems, culture, and technology. It aims to develop industry-ready participants in sustainable thinking and building.	2 years (after completing a 2-year Architectural Technology diploma) English CAD 48711 per year Deadline: Not specified	Visit
Essential Technical Skills for Architecture, Construction, and Engineering Certificate An entry-level exploratory program that introduces students to the fields of architecture, construction management, and engineering. Provides an opportunity to gain in-demand skills and experience relevant to the design-build sector.	14-month program, six-week in-person summer intensive. English Not specified Deadline: Not specified	Visit

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Not professionally accredited for architectural licensure by CACB (Canadian Architectural Certification Board), as their accredited programs are Master of Architecture degrees. However, the institution offers industry-recognized diplomas and degrees in architectural technology, and some courses satisfy academic requirements of organizations like ASTTBC and BOABC.

Admissions

50% (1 in 2 applicants in 2022)

Acceptance Rate

abt_diploma: 50% (1 in 2 applicants in 2022)

overall_bcit: 44%

Deadlines

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October 1st to April 15th (or next business day)

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February 1st to October 31st (or next business day)

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October 1st to April 15th (or next business day) for upcoming intakes. For 2026 intake: May 31, 2026.

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November 1st to March 31st (or next business day)

Requirements

bachelor_of_architectural_science: {"preference_given_to":"Applicants with requirements completed within the last five years, BCIT ABT Diploma with min. 70% average in Architectural or Building Science elective streams, related experience, additional post-secondary academic courses.","additional_documents":"Mandatory Applicant Questionnaire, Course by Course Self-Assessment Form, Portfolio showcasing design-related work and understanding of design.","post_secondary_education":"BCIT Architectural and Building Technology (ABT) Diploma or equivalent from another recognized Canadian institution (min. 60.0 credits in architectural technology/related, min. 70% average in architectural technology courses)","english_language_proficiency":"English Studies 12 (67%) or equivalent. Accepted tests: IELTS (6.5 overall, no band less than 5.5), TOEFL (86 overall, no section less than 20), PTE (60 overall, no skill less than 60), Duolingo (120 overall, no subscore less than 95)."}

architectural_and_building_technology_diploma: {"preference_given_to":"Applicants with academic grades above the minimum, requirements completed within the last five years, related experience, additional post-secondary academic courses.","additional_documents":"Mandatory Applicant Questionnaire.","academic_requirements":"English Studies 12 (67%) or 3.0 credits post-secondary English/humanities/social sciences (67%); Physics 11 (67%) or Physics 12 (67%) (preferred); Math (Principles of Math 12 (67%), Applications of Math 12 (67%), or Pre-Calculus 12 (67%))."}

Burnaby Institute of Technology Academic FAQ

Burnaby Institute of Technology is Future Ready: Student Success for a Complex World. (Motto: Quisque dominus summi - To each their highest attainment.)

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Burnaby Institute of Technology provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Architectural and Building Technology, Bachelor of Architectural Science, Essential Technical Skills for Architecture, Construction, and Engineering.

The institution maintains a student-to-faculty ratio of Approximately 13.3 students per academic staff across the entire institution (based on 12,912 FTE students and 970 academic staff). Specific ratio for architecture programs not available., ensuring personalized mentorship and studio culture.

Burnaby Institute of Technology is situated in Burnaby, Canada, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

Yes, Burnaby Institute of Technology holds accreditations from: Not professionally accredited for architectural licensure by CACB (Canadian Architectural Certification Board), as their accredited programs are Master of Architecture degrees. However, the institution offers industry-recognized diplomas and degrees in architectural technology, and some courses satisfy academic requirements of organizations like ASTTBC and BOABC..

Burnaby Institute of Technology

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