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Campus & City Burnaby, BC, Canada
- Rent (1BR)
- C$1,400
- Groceries
- C$400
- Pint
- C$7.5
Cold winters (-15 to -30Β°C on prairies) and mild summers.
Toronto/MontrΓ©al/Vancouver have rapid transit; elsewhere bus-based.
Very low crime; winter commuting preparation matters more than safety.
A Canadian post-secondary institution.
Student Reviews
Representative reviews"Solid, with caveats"
Overall a solid programme but worth going in with open eyes. The best part: the cohort are bright and motivated, which makes the learning environment great. If I'm honest, first-year classes can be quite large. On the city β work opportunities via co-op are excellent for international students. Overall, if you're considering Millwright: Apprenticeship at British Columbia Institute of Technology, I'd say go for it.
"A great decision"
I've grown so much academically and personally here. The best part: the course strikes a good balance between theory and practical application. If I'm honest, the timetable has some awkward 9am / Friday afternoon slots. On the city β winters are harder than you think but the spring-summer payoff is worth it. Overall, if you're considering Millwright: Apprenticeship at British Columbia Institute of Technology, I'd say go for it.
"Would do it again"
The course has exceeded my expectations. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On the city β winters are harder than you think but the spring-summer payoff is worth it. Overall, if you're considering Millwright: Apprenticeship at British Columbia Institute of Technology, I'd say go for it.
"Genuinely worthwhile"
I've grown so much academically and personally here. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city β multicultural student body means you make friends from everywhere. Overall, if you're considering Millwright: Apprenticeship at British Columbia Institute of Technology, I'd say go for it.
"Worth it overall"
It's been a mixed experience, but mostly positive. The best part: the course strikes a good balance between theory and practical application. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On the city β winters are harder than you think but the spring-summer payoff is worth it. Overall, if you're considering Millwright: Apprenticeship at British Columbia Institute of Technology, I'd say go for it.
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