Electrical And Computer Engineering Technology (Telecommunications And Networks Option)

Academic Requirements

For the Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology (Telecommunications and Networks Option) diploma program, applicants must meet specific academic requirements to be considered for admission. Here are the key requirements:

• English Language Proficiency: Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English, typically through completion of English Studies 12 with a minimum grade of 67% or an equivalent qualification.
• Mathematics: One of the following is required:
  • Pre-Calculus 12 with a minimum grade of 73%
  • Other acceptable BC and Yukon courses
  • MATH 0001 – Technical Mathematics with a minimum grade of 73%
• Chemistry: A minimum grade of 67% in Chemistry 11 is required.
• Physics: One of the following is required:
  • Physics 12 with a minimum grade of 67%
  • PHYS 0312 – Technology Entry Physics 2 with a minimum grade of 67%

International applicants are welcome to apply for this program. They must hold a valid BCIT study permit before starting the program. Additionally, students must complete the mandatory work component to qualify for graduation, which requires a co-op work permit prior to starting the work component.

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Language Requirements

To apply for the Electrical And Computer Engineering Technology (Telecommunications And Networks Option) Diploma program, you must demonstrate proficiency in English. The following assessments are accepted for Category 2, which is the relevant category for this program:

• English Studies 12 or English First People 12 or Acceptable equivalent high school course - 67%
• BCIT English Competency Assessment:
  • COMM 0015 – English Competency Assessment and COMM 0033 – English Speaking and Listening Assessment - 70%
• COMM 1009 – Technical Writing: Definitions, Instructions and Process Descriptions - 67%
• COMM 1106 – Introduction to Business and Technical Communication (With Language Development Component) - 67%
• BCIT Professional English Language Development (PELD):
  • COMM 0030 – Speaking and Listening Skills for EAL Students 2 and COMM 0005 – Technical Communication Skills for EAL Students 4 - 70%
• COMM 0007 – Introductory Communication for Technology Entry and COMM 0016 – Communication with ELT - 67%
• BCIT Technical Academic English (TAE) 5 - 60%
• Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test - 70 overall band score with no component below 60
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Overall score 6.5 with no band less than 5.5
• Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Overall score 60 with no skill score less than 60
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT) - Overall score 86 with no section score less than 20

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DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.