Front-End Web Developer at British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) - Program overview

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Program overview

Admission Requirements

Intakes

Last updated on 2025-07-15

Program overview

Program Overview

The Front-End Web Developer program at BCIT is a 26-week hands-on certificate course designed to equip students with the essential skills needed for a career in web development. This program combines the latest web design technologies with practical assignments and structured projects, ensuring that students are job-ready upon graduation. With options for both in-person and online learning, this program is ideal for individuals looking to quickly upskill or transition into the tech industry. The program is suitable for those with little to no prior knowledge of web development, making it accessible for a wide range of learners.

Program Structure

The Front-End Web Developer program is structured as follows:

Program Length: 26 weeks (6 months)
Credits: 50.0 credits
Delivery Modes:
- In-person (Downtown Vancouver)
- Online
- Blended (partly online and partly in-person)
Intakes: January, May, and September
Class Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to 4:00 pm

This program emphasizes a hands-on learning approach, where students work collaboratively on web development projects as part of a cohort. The curriculum is designed to cover key areas such as web development tools, information architecture, user experience, and web application development. Students must achieve a minimum of 65% in each course to progress and qualify for the final capstone project.

Featured Experiences

Hands-on projects that allow students to apply current technologies to real-world tasks.
Collaboration with peers to enhance teamwork and communication skills.
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, promoting AI literacy.
Job search skills training, including resume writing and interview preparation.
Creation of a professional LinkedIn profile to showcase new skills.
Excellent job placement rate upon graduation, reflecting the program's effectiveness.

Career Options

Graduates of the Front-End Web Developer program can pursue various career paths in Canada, including:

Front-End Web Developer: Responsible for implementing visual elements that users see and interact with in a web application.
Web Application Developer: Focuses on building and maintaining web applications, ensuring functionality and user experience.
Web Developer: Involves both front-end and back-end development, creating websites and applications from the ground up.
UX/UI Designer: Specializes in user experience and interface design, ensuring that products are user-friendly and visually appealing.
Web Project Manager: Oversees web development projects, coordinating between teams and ensuring timely delivery of projects.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2025-07-15

Program overview

Academic Requirements

For the Front-End Web Developer program, applicants must meet specific entrance requirements to be considered for admission. Here are the key points to keep in mind:

Minimum GPA: Not specified.
Transcripts: Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
International Applicants:
- The in-person and blended delivery options are available to international applicants.
- The online delivery option is available to international applicants who will complete the program from outside Canada or who currently have a valid status in Canada other than a study permit.
- Study Permit: A valid BCIT study permit is required prior to starting the in-person and blended delivery program. International students completing the program fully online are not eligible for a study permit.
- Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility: While this program currently meets the eligible field of study requirement (CIP) to apply for a PGWP, this program is not eligible for a PGWP due to other criteria not being met.
Prerequisite Courses:
- No prerequisites are required for the following courses:
  - FWDP 1000 - Web Development 1
  - FWDP 1100 - Web Design Fundamentals
  - FWDP 1200 - UX Fundamentals
  - FWDP 1400 - Web Scripting 1
- FWDP 2000 - Web Development 2 requires FWDP 1000 as a prerequisite.
- FWDP 2200 - Web Design Process requires FWDP 1100 as a prerequisite.
- FWDP 2300 - Managing Web Projects requires FWDP 1000 as a prerequisite.
- FWDP 2400 - Web Scripting 2 requires FWDP 1000 as a prerequisite.
- FWDP 3400 - Web Scripting 3 requires FWDP 1000 and FWDP 1400 as prerequisites.
- FWDP 3600 - Content Management Systems requires FWDP 2000, FWDP 1400, and FWDP 2400 as prerequisites.
- FWDP 3700 - Online Stores requires FWDP 3600 as a prerequisite.
- FWDP 4000 - Web Portfolio Project requires FWDP 1000 and FWDP 2200 as prerequisites.
- FWDP 4500 - Capstone Project requires FWDP 2000, FWDP 2200, FWDP 2400, FWDP 3600, and FWDP 3700 as prerequisites.

If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding the Academic Requirements, please feel free to contact LOA Portal's advisors for support.

Language Requirements

To apply for the Front-End Web Developer program, which is a Certificate level program, you must demonstrate proficiency in English. The following English Language Proficiency assessments are accepted:

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Overall score 6.0, no band less than 5.0
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test - 60 overall band score with no component below 50
Duolingo English Test - 105 overall, no integrated subscore less than 80
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Overall score 52, no skill score less than 50
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT) - Overall score 82, no section score less than 19

Test results must be dated no more than two years before the start date of the program you’re applying to.

Please check with our team for more details.

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.

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