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78 Best Foundation Programs in Canada

Across Canada, 10 universities offer 78 Foundation programs — most run 1 year. Courses from University of Trinity College, Université de Montréal and College of New Caledonia come first, because those universities rank highest.

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Electrician

College of the Rockies — The Foundation Electrician program offered at the College of the Rockies is designed to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to the electrical trade. This c...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
BlendedMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
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Gasfitter Class B Level 2

College of the Rockies — The Gasfitter Class B Level 2 program at College of the Rockies is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful career in the gas-f...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
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Hairstylist

College of the Rockies — The Hairstylist Foundation program at the College of the Rockies is designed to provide students with the essential skills and knowledge required to succeed in the hairst...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Arts, Design & Architecture
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Heavy Duty

College of the Rockies — The Heavy Duty course offered at the College of the Rockies is designed to provide students with foundational knowledge and practical skills required to excel in the heav...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
BlendedMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
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Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

College of the Rockies — The Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Foundation course at the College of the Rockies equips students with practical skills and theoretical knowledge essential for a caree...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
BlendedMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
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Plumber

College of the Rockies — The Foundation Plumbing program at the College of the Rockies provides a comprehensive introduction to the plumbing trade, equipping students with the essential skills an...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering
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Welder

College of the Rockies — Course OverviewThe Welder Foundation course at the College of the Rockies provides students with essential skills and knowledge for a successful career in welding. This p...

FoundationLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Engineering

How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #29 (University of Trinity College) to #141 (Université de Montréal); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Trinity College is cited most (59,684,471 citations). 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

The most common subjects are Engineering (19), Social Sciences & Psychology (11), Media & Communication (7) and Education (7). The usual length is 1 year and 6 months or less. 79% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). College of the Rockies offers the widest choice, with 17 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Foundation in Canada?

University of Trinity College (QS World #29), Université de Montréal (QS World #141) and College of New Caledonia (#51 in Canada) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Foundation course take in Canada?

Most listed courses run 1 year, with 6 months or less the next most common.

When do Foundation courses start in Canada?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Foundation courses in Canada?

College of the Rockies, with 17, ahead of Algonquin College (14).

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