Camosun College
Inspiring life-changing learning
Camosun College is located in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia with campuses on the Traditional Territories of the Lekwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. We acknowledge their welcome and graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here.
Our two campuses, Lansdowne and Interurban, serve approximately 19,000 learners a year in upgrading, certificate, diploma, bachelor's degree, post-degree diploma and continuing education programs.
About Camosun
Welcome to Camosun College
One of the largest public colleges 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.
19,000 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
- CIBC Entrance Award eases first year for Indigenous Students
January 21, 2021 - 9:04 am • Media Centre - Camosun continues to excel as one of Canada’s Top Research Colleges
December 15, 2020 - 2:32 pm • Media Centre - Tool donation helps automotive students thrive during COVID-19
December 14, 2020 - 8:17 am • Media Centre - Camosun and Concert Properties partner for hands-on trades training in B.C.’s remote communities
December 10, 2020 - 10:16 am • Media Centre - Winner announced for the 2020 Co-op Photo Contest
December 8, 2020 - 3:32 pm • Media Centre
Events
- College Conversations Day
- Feb 16 • 12:00 pm • Both campuses
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
