Hospitality and business are the core of Vancouver Premier College, a small private career college in Vancouver. Its diplomas pair classroom study with a co-op work term, aimed at students who want practical training for hotel, tourism and business jobs. As a private college, its programmes are generally not eligible for a post-graduation work permit, so check the current rules before applying.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Official website: vpcollege.com
Private career college in British Columbia
Hospitality and business
Vancouver
CA$14,000 – CA$19,000
International students, diploma programmes with co-op
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 vpcollege.com before you apply.
Hospitality Management Diploma with Co-op
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
Business Administration Diploma with Co-op
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
Tourism Management Diploma with Co-op
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
Hospitality Management Certificate
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
Hospitality and business diplomas with co-op work terms.
Small classes at a private career college.
A Vancouver base close to hotels and tourism employers.
Graduates look for work in hotels, restaurants, tourism and customer-facing business roles.
Most private college programmes are not eligible for a post-graduation work permit; check first.
Co-op terms give students Canadian work experience during the programme.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
The college teaches from city classrooms close to transit and has no residences, so students rent across Metro Vancouver.
Vancouver's hotels, restaurants and tourism firms give hospitality students many places to look for co-op work. Rent is high, so budget carefully.
Letter of acceptance from Vancouver Premier College
BC provincial attestation letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
The college accepts applications year-round. Apply at least four to six months ahead to allow time for the study permit.
Programmes usually start several times a year. Check the next available start date with admissions.
You'll need a study permit. Vancouver Premier College sends a letter of acceptance, and most students also need a provincial attestation letter. The permit application goes online to IRCC with proof of funds and biometrics.
Hospitality management and business diplomas with co-op are the main programmes. Entry needs secondary school completion and English at about IELTS 5.5, or the college's own assessment.
Scholarships are limited at private career colleges. Ask admissions about current tuition discounts or payment plans.
