The Kwantlen Experience
At KPU, we create an exceptional academic environment that challenges and inspires students and faculty through a dedicated focus on teaching. We believe in this goal because we understand that comprehensive education is a cornerstone of a strong and healthy economy and civil society. KPU is committed to preparing students for leadership, professional success and service to the broader community by developing degrees, diplomas, certificates and citations that are recognized by business, industry and other universities. We offer you an exceptional academic environment because we deliver more than academics. Our campus life encompasses the social, athletic and service-oriented experiences that are vital to your personal growth and learning. On our campuses, you'll discover a social atmosphere that reinforces our focus on student-centered teaching and collaboration with faculty. We challenge our students to excel and provide them with comprehensive options that will ensure their success—in education, as professionals and as community members.
Our Focus
Student learning comes first. Small class sizes (never more than 35 students) ensure interaction and meaningful communication with faculty and other students. And with classes designed to fit your schedule, and programs designed to accommodate your aspirations, we give you the freedom to decide the timing and pace of your education.
Engaged Faculty
One of the most significant factors in your education is who you learn from. KPU Faculty are award-winning and passionate professionals who love to share ideas, and teach the skills and knowledge you need for career success: They do this by maintaining extremely active in their fields through scholarship, research, professional development and industry experience.
Superb Facilities
- Science labs with access to industry-standard equipment such as optical microscopes, centrifuges, incubators, assorted spectrometers and environment chambers
- State-of-the-art graphic design computer labs
- Psychology and health labs equipped for computer simulation exercises and research studies
- Horticulture field lab with gardens and beds representing a full range of maintenance levels found in residential and commercial landscapes
- Visual arts studios that accommodate many specialties including painting and ceramics
- Ultra-modern auditorium with exceptional acoustics for rehearsals and concert performances
- Interior design studios for production and project development
- Automotive training facilities equipped to handle all facets of automotive diagnostics and repair
- Public safety communications lab equipped with provincially- mandated PRIME-BC computer-aided dispatch application software
KPU is simply one of the best places to gain the clear and decisive advantage required for success in a highly competitive workplace and our rapidly changing world.
