Tamwood started as a language school, and Tamwood Careers grew out of it as a private career college in Vancouver. Its programmes are short co-op diplomas in areas like hospitality, business and digital marketing, where a classroom term is followed by a work term. That structure appeals to students who want Canadian work experience. It does not lead to a post-graduation work permit, which is worth knowing before you apply.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Official website: tamwood.com
Private career college
Downtown Vancouver
Study terms followed by co-op work terms
CA$10,000 – CA$18,000
International students, full programme fees vary
CA$18,000 – CA$24,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on tamwood.com before you apply.
Hospitality Management Co-op Diploma
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Multiple
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Digital Marketing Co-op Diploma
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Multiple
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Business Management Co-op Diploma
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Multiple
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Customer Service Co-op Certificate
CertificateDuration
6 Months
Intake
Multiple
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Co-op diplomas with a work term built in.
Close links to Tamwood's English language school.
Starts almost every month.
Hospitality students often do their co-op in Vancouver hotels, cafes and restaurants.
Digital marketing graduates look for junior social media and content roles.
Private career college graduates are generally not eligible for a post-graduation work permit.
Undergrad
Most months
Postgrad
No PG intake
Tamwood's Vancouver school is downtown, close to SkyTrain and the shops on Robson and Granville streets. The seawall and Stanley Park are a short walk away.
Vancouver is expensive, especially for rent. Many students share rooms or live in homestays at first.
Letter of acceptance from Tamwood Careers
BC provincial attestation letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
Tamwood Careers admits year-round. Allow at least four months for the provincial attestation letter and study permit, and check the current IRCC rules for co-op work permits.
Programmes start most months of the year.
A Canadian study permit. Start with the letter of acceptance from Tamwood Careers and, where required, the provincial attestation letter, then apply to IRCC online. Allow a few months, as processing times vary by country.
Hospitality management, digital marketing and business management co-op diplomas are the usual choices. Entry needs high school completion and English around IELTS 5.5, or a Tamwood English level.
Tamwood sometimes runs fee promotions, but there are no regular scholarships. Ask an adviser about current offers.
