Camosun College
Inspiring life-changing learning
Camosun College is located in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia. Our two campuses, Lansdowne and Interurban, serve approximately 18,500 learners a year in certificate, diploma, bachelor's degree and continuing education programs.
About Camosun
Welcome to Camosun College
Camosun College campuses are located on the traditional territories of the Lkwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. We acknowledge their welcome and graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here.
Largest public college in British Columbia
2 campuses in Victoria: Interurban/Lansdowne
Diverse student population
Each year Camosun welcomes over 1,200 Indigenous students from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit groups, and over 2,100 international students from more than 80 countries.
The college welcomed its first students in 1971 and adopted the name “Camosun”, a local Lkwungen (Songhees) First Nation name meaning “where different waters meet and are transformed.” Today, Camosun College offers over 160 innovative programs to help meet the needs of students and communities in Victoria and beyond.
2,100 international students, 80 nations
1,200 Indigenous students
Wide range of programs
Our education offerings include university transfer and applied degree programs; career and trades training; upgrading and preparatory programs; and continuing education. Camosun College has earned an outstanding reputation for teaching excellence—we’re proud of our faculty, staff and students, and the fact that we provide one of Canada’s best learning experiences.
We’re large enough to provide great services and facilities for a vibrant campus environment on beautiful Vancouver Island, yet small enough to offer students the individual support, care and attention not found in most post-secondary institutions.
18,650 students
160+ programs
Impact on the community
Our impact as a college extends well beyond our highly skilled, job-ready graduates. We provide contract training opportunities for local business; research, innovation and prototyping services for industry; and well-trained co-op students for employers.
With over 1,100 employees and an annual budget of $132 million, Camosun is one of our community’s top employers and generates close to $1 billion in economic impact in our province every year.
Learn more about Camosun by the numbers.
92% of recent graduates satisfied/very satisfied with their Camosun education
Source: Student Outcomes
92% of grads are either employed or pursuing further studies
Source: Student Outcomes
Camosun Leadership
Happening now at Camosun
News
- Register for the Chargers Men's Volleyball Senior Boys' Fall Classic
May 23, 2019 - 3:34 pm • Media Centre - Camosun Innovates teams up with Clemson University and Anomura Housing Society
May 16, 2019 - 11:35 am • Media Centre - Women in Trades Coordinator wins Education Leadership Award
May 10, 2019 - 9:48 am • Media Centre - Caring in Community: Early Learning & Care alumni profile
May 6, 2019 - 4:31 pm • Media Centre - Chargers volleyball student-athlete Graham Basi earns prestigious President's Cup
April 26, 2019 - 10:00 am • Media Centre
Events
- Bike to Work and School Week (to June 2)
- May 27 • 8:00 am • Both campuses across campus
- Trades Awards Ceremony
- May 29 • 5:00 pm • Interurban Center for Trades Education and Innovation Atrium
- Technology Awards Ceremony
- May 30 • 6:00 pm • Interurban Center for Trades Education and Innovation Atrium
- Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant Program Information Session
- Jun 11 • 5:30 pm • Lansdowne Wilna Thomas 101
- Indigenous Students Grad Party
- Jun 18 • 1:00 pm • Lansdowne Na'tsa'maht (The Gathering Place) and on lawn in front of Young Building
Programs and courses
Other offerings
Notice
Occasionally, there are unscrupulous organizations that try to associate with legitimate colleges and universities including Camosun. Please be advised that all our partnerships are with legitimate and accredited institutions. If you see our brand associated with an organization that you think is suspicious, please contact communications@camosun.ca
