We checked in with Computing instructor Prabhjot Lalli on his new course COMP 4016: Applied DevOps with Kubernetes. He told us how technology is making software run more smoothly, and how it can help IT staff avoid those dreaded 3am calls! “Students will be equipped with the right tools to hit the ground running, and … Read more
Construction is underway on a new 12-storey mass-timber building that will provide 470 students with affordable on-campus housing at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Burnaby campus. “Building secure, stable and affordable housing is essential for students to be successful at their studies,” said Selina Robinson, Minister of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. … Read more
Putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. We are committed to ensuring our people — those who make BCIT distinct, are developing while feeling valued, supported, and connected. BCIT is a people-first organization. We aim to celebrate our employees by sharing their stories through … Read more
BCIT is honoured to have been voted first place in the Continuing Studies Institution category of the annual Stars of Vancouver Readers’ Choice Awards from Vancouver is Awesome. This award recognizes the strength of BCIT in providing industry-focused and flexible upskilling options to help learners quickly advance into in-demand jobs in Canada. Historically, Continuing studies … Read more
Congratulations to all BCIT Marketing Management students who participated and finished in top places across multiple competition categories at the 2023 American Marketing Association (AMA) International Collegiate Conference in New Orleans. For the third consecutive year, the BCIT Marketing Association (BCITMA) was named a Top 5 Collegiate Chapter in North America. This recognition is a … Read more
Earlier this year, 16 BCIT Mining Engineering students participated in the 2023 Canadian Mining Games. For 33 years, the Games have given students across Canada the opportunity to showcase their mining knowledge and engage in problem-solving challenges with their peers. This year, 11 Canadian schools joined the 3-day long competition, where they went head-to-head in … Read more
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) School of Transportation is pleased to announce the appointment of Dhaval Shah as the new Associate Dean, Marine. Dhaval brings with a wealth of expertise and experience in the marine transportation industry, having served in senior positions for over two decades. Dhaval is a Master Mariner with a Master … Read more
High school girls gathered at BCIT Downtown Campus (DTC) for the Technovation Girls BC Chapter Spring Break Learning Conference this month, where co-hosts BCIT Computing and UBC Geering Up offered hands-on workshops and career exploration opportunities. Technovation Girls is a non-profit tech entrepreneurship competition where girls aged 13-18 work in teams to develop a mobile … Read more
BCIT is home to approximately 3,750 international students from almost 100 countries around the globe. Graduating from BCIT is more than a credential for international students. For many, it means returning home with a globally recognized education, being equipped with future-proof and relevant skills to support in-demand jobs, or the ability to pursue pathway to … Read more
After taking home first place at the 2023 Western Engineering Competition (WEC), BCIT Electrical Engineering students Laurel Kinahan and Ramon Vicencio proceeded onto competing at the Canadian Engineering Competition 2023 (CEC) in Waterloo, Ontario. Their impressive entry on the Digital Divide in Canada earned them first place in the Communications category. Congratulations Laurel and Ramon on … Read more