BCCAT Education Planner

Overview

Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is BC's new university in Kamloops.  It was formerly The University College of the Cariboo (UCC). TRU includes a greatly expanded capacity for distance education, as it has now incorporated the BC Open University as part of its overal service to students. TRU will offer 50 different undergraduate degree options, and some graduate programs. It will also maintain its certificates and diplomas for career and trades training, many of which "ladder" credits into degree programs. TRU also offers College Preparation, Adult Basic Education, ESL and Vocational courses and programs. Over 9,000 students attend TRU, including more than 5,500 students in undergraduate university programs. TRU delivers courses at learning centres in Merritt, Ashcroft, Williams Lake, 100 Mile House, Lillooet and Clearwater, and at offices in Barriere, Chase, Logan Lake, Lytton, and Clinton.

FACILITY/SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS: On-campus housing is available for students at the Kamloops Campus. It also boasts an international standard all-weather track, a large athletic program,a 50-metre Canada Games pool, and a child care centre.

 

General Admission Requirements (All Students)

English Language Skills - You must have adequate English language skills to participate in your intended program of study.

BC Secondary School (or equivalent)

You must meet the admission requirements of your intended program. To qualify for admission to the Bachelor of Business/Arts/Science degree program you will need to have completed BC Grade 12 (or equivalent).

Answers to common questions on Admission can be found here.

Out-of-Province

BC Transfer Student

For details on Transfer Credit check here.

Out-of-Province Transfer Student

For details on Transfer Credit check here.

Mature Student

If you do not meet the admission requirements for your intended program it's possible to gain entry through mature student status. To be classified as a mature student you must be at least 19 years old and have been out of school for at least two years. In such cases the grade level requirement (eg -Grade 10, Grade 12) will be waived however individual course prerequisites must still be met (eg-English 10, English 12).

Special Note: It's possible to make up course prerequisites for your intended program through TRU.

 

International Student

For details on International Student Admission check here.

Other Student (including Special Consideration)

TRU may establish categories for Special Admission where it is judged that previous training and/or work experience is adequate to provide a potential for success in the program. Contact a TRU advisor for more details.

How To Apply

For details on How to Apply check here.