English is the language used for instruction and communication at BCIT. All applicants and registrants, regardless of their citizenship status or country of origin, must demonstrate a satisfactory level of English proficiency. This proficiency requirement ensures that all students have the necessary language skills to succeed in their chosen courses and program.
BCIT offers different options to help you meet the requirements for your preparatory program. If your program is:
If your program is Business Fundamentals, you must meet at least one of the English Language Proficiency assessments listed below.
Test results must be dated no more than two years before the start date of the program you’re applying to.
| Assessment | Score/Mark |
|---|---|
| BCIT Technical Academic English (TAE) 3 International Student Entry Program (ISEP) |
50% |
| BCIT English Competency Assessment:
COMM 0015 – English Competency Assessment and |
“U” and placement in COMM 0071, COMM 0003, COMM 0004, or COMM 0005 |
| Duolingo English Test | 90 |
| International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS)
Note: IELTS Academic only |
Overall score 5.0 |
| Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) | Overall score 45 |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT)
BCIT Destination code: 9110 |
Overall score 35 |
| ILSC Education Group Level 3 (Intermediate) | 70% overall |
| Royal Bridge College Level 4 (Intermediate) | 75% overall |
| VGC International College University Preparation (Intermediate) | 70% overall |
If your program is Technology Entry, you must meet at least one of the English Language Proficiency assessments listed below.
Test results must be dated no more than two years before the start date of the program you’re applying to.
| Assessment | Score/Mark |
|---|---|
| BCIT Professional English Competency Assessment:
COMM 0004 – Technical Communication Skills for EAL Students 3 or |
50% and S grade |
| BCIT English Competency Assessment:
COMM 0015 – English Competency Assessment and |
50% and 60% |
| BCIT Technical Academic English (TAE) 4 International Student Entry Program (ISEP) |
50% |
| Duolingo English Test | 100 |
| International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS)
Note: IELTS Academic only |
Overall score 6.0 |
| Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) | Overall score 52 |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT)
BCIT Destination code: 9110 |
Overall score 82 |
| ILSC Education Group Level 3 (Intermediate) | 70% overall |
| Royal Bridge College Level 5 (Lower-Advanced) | 75% overall |
| VGC International College University Preparation (Intermediate) | 80% overall |