Next Steps For New Students

myBCIT

• Log into and become familiar with your myBCIT account.
  • Connect with BCIT’s IT Services for support with your account password or Multi-Factor Authentication.
  • Download myBCIT app.
• Learn about and request your BCIT Student ID Cards.
  • BCIT recognizes that for gender-diverse folks, using a name other than their legal name is not simply a matter of preference, as in the use of a nickname, but may be central to their identity. If you require your preferred name to be the name associated with your student account, please contact the Registrar Coordinator.

Finances

• Check your account balance in the student self-service section of your myBCIT account and review the payment options.
• If you need support, contact Student Financial Aid & Awards.

Housing

• Learn about BCIT’s on-campus Housing.
• Review off-campus housing resources.

Course Material

• Learn what materials you need for courses and purchase them through the BCIT Bookstore.

Student Association

• Review the Health and Dental Plan, including eligibility criteria.
• Learn more about your Student Association by visiting their website and following on Instagram.

Accessibility Accommodations

• Do you have a diagnosed medical condition that may affect your educational journey? It’s important to connect with BCIT Accessibility Services as soon as possible to learn about your options. Options include registering for an Individual Accommodation Plan, which can take time.

Kick Start your BCIT journey!

• Learn about Kick Start, BCIT’s centralized orientation for all new students and register for upcoming events.
• Follow the BCIT Student Life Office on Instagram to see content made by current students, for enrolled students.

Flexible Learning Student

• If you are a Flexible Learning student, review the Flexible Learning Student Guide.

Indigenous Student

• If you are an Indigenous student, review the Indigenous Initiatives Getting Started resource and connect with the team.

International Student

• If you are an International student, it’s important to attend International Orientation in addition to Kick Start. Connect with BCIT International Student Services to learn more.

Student Success Hub

• Complete this free online course on the Learning Hub.

Sharpen important Skills and strengthen understanding before your course or program begins.

• Enhance your learning potential. Review the BCIT Learning Commons Online Study Skills Guide to maximize your learning potential by strengthening your time management, retention, and critical thinking skills.
• As a post-secondary student, you can expect to rely on writing skills. Improve your technique now to save time and energy during your course or program and receive better results.
• Enhance your mathematical competence with workshops that align with your program:
  • Engineering Technology or Health Science Programs: Mathematics Workshop (MATH 0040)
  • School of Business: Math for Business (OPMT 0199)
  • Mathematics for the Trades – Foundations: A foundational course to prepare you for success in your chosen trade.
• Strengthen your ability and level of understanding as a community member, classmate, friend and colleague by taking BCIT RDI’s (Respect Diversity and Inclusion) valuable free courses.

• Learn about campus parking and bike storage.
• See if you qualify for a U-pass.

Wi-Fi

• You’ll receive access to BCIT Wi-Fi two weeks before your start date. Log into campus Wi-Fi at this time, and contact BCIT’s IT department if you need assistance.

Schedule

• Familiarize yourself with your campus.
• Check your myBCIT schedule and learn where to go for Program Orientation or classes.

SafetyWise

• Download the BCIT SafetyWise App.

Kick Start

• Visit the Kick Start webpage again to review all upcoming events and add any new dates to your calendar.

BCIT Event Calendar

• Explore the BCIT Events Calendar and add it to your personal calendar. Continue checking the BCIT Events Calendar on a regular basis.

Student Life Office

• Student Life Ambassadors are current students who work for the Student Life Office connecting their peers to resources and the community. Follow them on Instagram or check their webpage to stay up-to-date with their events.

Recreation

• Intramural sports teams are a great way to stay fit and have fun.
• Drop-in programs can include badminton, basketball, boxing, and multi-sport.
• Group fitness classes can include cardio, conditioning, cycling, and more.

Indigenous Initiatives

• Visit the Gathering Place, a comfortable, welcoming, and safe space for students.
• Connect with BCIT Elders, keepers of Indigenous knowledge.
• Attend events and take part in learning opportunities hosted by Indigenous Initiatives.

Respect Diversity and Inclusion

• Respect Diversity and Inclusion fosters a respectful and inclusive learning environment by creating awareness and belonging through education, events, and training.
• Diversity Circles support students with a series of panels, workshops, conversations, tools, and connections.
• Pride BCIT invites all members of our community to get involved and contribute, whether you identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+ or as an ally.

International Student Centre

• International Student Centre, for resources and events.

Student Association

• Student Association Clubs cover many different disciplines and hobbies. Whatever your interest is, there’s certainly something for you.
• Student Association events can be found on their calendar.

Learning Supports

• If you have a diagnosed medical condition that may impact your learning experience, connect with Accessibility Services.
• Receive support from Peer Tutors through Library Services.
• Improve important Learning Strategies such as time management, prioritization, and note-taking with Library Services.
• Explore all the resources available through Library Services.
• If you are a trades or technical student, connect with the Trades Learning Centre for support with items such as mathematics and physics. Trades Learning Centre support can be accessed in-person during set drop-in times or through email.
• Receive free and confidential English Language Support from BCIT Instructors.

Well-being Supports

• Counselling is free and confidential for all BCIT students. Appointments can be taken in-person, by phone, or via video.
• Mindfulness supports and resources.
• Early Assist is a free and confidential service for those struggling personally or academically.
• Recreation Services has a fitness space on each campus, along with additional services on the Burnaby campus.
• Student Health Services includes appointments with physicians and nurses.
• BCIT Student Recovery Community is an inclusive, compassionate, and accepting space for students in recovery from substance or behavioural addiction.

Other Important Supports

• Student Financial Aid & Awards can support with loans, grants, awards, scholarships, and more.
• Make well-informed program and course decisions with the assistance of Program Advising.
• Student Association offers wellness resources and Advocacy.

BCIT Student Services are here for you!