A Strategic Pathway to Canadian Higher Education
At IH Vancouver, we take a focused approach to institutional collaboration—developing deep, purposeful partnerships that provide students with viable, structured routes to academic and professional success.
Graduates of our English programs gain access to a network of accredited colleges and universities across Canada and North America through formal articulation agreements and transfer pathways. These partnerships allow students to enter technical, undergraduate, and graduate programs—often without the need for standardized English proficiency tests such as TOEFL or IELTS.
Our dedicated Pathway Team ensures each student is guided toward options that maximize transferability, credit recognition, and long-term academic alignment. With IH Vancouver, your journey to higher education is not just possible—it’s purposeful.
Our Pathway Partners
Brock University
Located in St. Catharines, Ontario, Brock University is a comprehensive institution with over 19,000 students. Situated within a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, it offers more than 70 undergraduate and nearly 50 graduate programs across seven faculties, including the Goodman School of Business, which holds AACSB accreditation.
Pathway Advantages:
- Transfer-Friendly Policies: Brock grants transfer credits at the point of admission, allowing students to know their credit status before accepting an offer.
- Articulation Agreements: The university has formal agreements with various institutions, facilitating seamless transitions for students from college programs to university degrees.
- International Partnerships: Collaborations with institutions like International House Vancouver provide pathways for international students to pursue higher education at Brock.
- Experiential Learning: Brock emphasizes hands-on learning, with co-op programs and experiential education opportunities that enhance career readiness.
Corpus Christi College
Located on the University of British Columbia (UBC) campus in Vancouver, Corpus Christi College is a Catholic liberal arts institution offering first- and second-year university courses in arts, business, and science. The college emphasizes small class sizes and personalized instruction, providing students with a supportive academic environment.
Pathway Advantages:
- BC Transfer System Membership: As a member of the BC Council on Admissions and Transfer (BCCAT), Corpus Christi’s courses are recognized across British Columbia’s public universities and colleges, facilitating seamless credit transfers.
- UBC Affiliation: Students benefit from the college’s affiliation with UBC, gaining access to UBC’s facilities and resources while studying in a smaller college setting.
- Flexible Transfer Options: The college’s programs are designed to prepare students for transfer into second or third year at various universities, with the Associate of Arts degree serving as a recognized credential for such transitions.