Your journey to a career in brewing starts here
Study the science, art and business of brewing at KPU — BC’s only brewing diploma program — where you’ll receive hands-on training in our state-of-the-art teaching brewery.
KPU’s Brewing and Brewery Operations Diploma was created to meet the demand for knowledgeable, trained brewers with an education in brewing science.
Our curriculum — developed in consultation with the BC Craft Brewers Guild, local breweries and industry experts — teaches students critical skills and provides training with brewing equipment and technologies, recipe formulation, sensory evaluation, brewing chemistry and microbiology, production and packaging, sales and promotion, and management and supervisory skills. Upon graduating, students will earn their university diploma and credits.
Which path will you choose?
Whether you’re ready to study full-time or need to fit learning into your lifestyle, our brewing programs are designed for flexibility, industry relevance, and real-world impact.
1) Diploma: Full-Time (2 Years) OR Part-Time (3-4 Years)
The full-time Brewing and Brewery Operations Diploma is a two-year program based on our Langley Campus. There is one intake per year, each Fall, with two terms per academic year running from the beginning of September to the end of April.
Students can also choose to complete the Brewing and Brewery Operations Diploma part-time over three or four years to allow greater flexibility time-wise and budget-wise. Classes are offered at the same time as full-time courses, however, fewer are taken each term, spreading the full program out over three or four years.
Click here to see a side-by-side comparison of the full-time diploma completion schedule and the 3- and 4-year part-time options.
In your Letter of Intent, you must clearly indicate which completion option you are applying for.
Questions?
Contact: Future Students Office (Domestic Students)
604.599.3030
study@kpu.ca
2) Certificate (1 Year)
New for Fall 2025, applicants can choose to complete a one-year Certificate in Brewing. Classes are taken at the same time as full-time classes, just a shorter completion option done in one year.
For more information, click here or email study@kpu.ca to speak with a recruiter.
Questions?
Contact: Future Students Office (Domestic Students)
604.599.3030
study@kpu.ca
3) Micro-Credentials
In addition to our comprehensive Brewing Diploma program, KPU now offers four unique micro-credential options designed for students looking to deepen their knowledge or build targeted skills. These short, for-credit courses are perfect for people working in the brewing or hospitality industries or hobbyists who want to enhance their knowledge and skills. Choose from four options:
Beer Sensory Evaluation – Refine your palate and master the art of tasting. (2 courses)
Brewing – Gain hands-on experience in the brewing process from grain to glass. (3 courses)
Brewing Science – Explore the technical and scientific principles behind great beer. (3 courses)
Business of Brewing – Learn the essentials of running a successful brewing operation. (3 courses)
Complete one or all four to build credits towards the certificate or diploma, if you choose to continue your learning.
Click here to download a one-page PDF of the four micro-credentials offered.
Questions?
Contact: Future Students Office (Domestic Students)
604.599.3030
study@kpu.ca
Please note: All applicants must complete the full diploma application process, even if they are pursuing micro-credentials. The advantage? If you choose to continue on and pursue the full Brewing Diploma, you’ll already be in the program and ready to continue your studies—no need to reapply. In your Letter of Intent, include which completion option you are interested in (i.e., diploma track (part time or full time track); one-year certificate; or micro-credential/s).
Learn more about each of our different completion options at an upcoming information session or email study@kpu.ca to schedule an appointment to speak with one of our Future Students Office recruiters.
What makes KPU's Brewing Diploma unique?
- The only brewing diploma program available in BC
- First Canadian institution recognized by the Master Brewers Association for a standard of excellence in brewing education
- Custom-built, award-winning teaching brewery for hands-on learning and experience
- State-of-the-art brewing and lab equipment
- Small class sizes with a maximum of 35 students per class
- Experienced instructors with decades of brewing and beer industry experience
- Industry partnerships with local breweries and national associations
- BC is a major hub for the craft brewing industry in Canada
- Flexibility with both full and part-time options to complete the full diploma. To request more information, click here.
“This program opened my eyes to how technical brewing is. I wouldn't be where I am today at Ravens Brewing if I hadn't gotten my Brewing diploma at KPU. It's getting more competitive as the whole craft beer industry continues to grow, and having a formal brewing education is a huge advantage."
Dan Marriette, Head Brewer
Ravens Brewing
2016 graduate
World Beer Cup Gold Medal Winner 2018
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