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Understand the differences between provinces and the diplomas at each campus.

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  • Diplomas and Certificates

    With multiple pathways and credentials available across our institutions, LCI Education helps you find the best fit for your goals and aspirations.

    This tool guides you in understanding diploma equivalencies based on an international framework, with names, structures, and durations that may vary depending on the country and institution.

    Associate's Degree
      Undergraduate studies
    • Focuses on fundamental understanding.
    • Acts as a stepping stone to further education or entry-levels positions.

    Such as:

    • Associate's Degree
    • Technician

      Bachelor's Degree
        Undergraduate studies
      • Focuses on comprehensive expertise.
      • Acts as minimum qualification for many professional careers.

      Such as:

      • Bachelor
      • Bac+3
      • Bac+5

        Certificates
        • Focuses on specific skills or credentials without commitment to full degree program.
        • Indicates increased skill-level in specific fields.

        Such as:

        • Courses
        • Certificate
        • Technician's certificate

        Diploma of College Studies (DCS)*
        *Specific to Quebec, Canada
          Undergraduate studies
        • Pre-university DCS (2 years) prepares students for university
        • Technical DCS (3 years) provides practical and theoretical skills for entering the workforce directly or continuing at university

        Such as:

        • Pre-university DCS
        • Technical DCS

          Diplomas
          • Focuses on specialized education over the course of 1–3 years.
          • Indicates competitive practical skills, understanding, job readiness, and specialized expertise.

          Such as:

          • Diplomas
          • ACS
          • Specialized Technician Diploma

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            Diplomas at our Canadian Institutions

            • Montréal Diplomas
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            Our Faculties and Schools

            • Bernard
            • Art, Design and Communication
            • Art, Design and Communication
              Art, Design and Communication
            • Business and Management
            • Business and Management
              Business and Management
            • Education and Social Sciences
            • Education and Social Sciences
              Education and Social Sciences
            • Fashion
            • Fashion
              Fashion
            • Gaming, Animation and VFX
            • Gaming, Animation and VFX
              Gaming, Animation and VFX
            • Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary
            • Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary
              Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary
            • Information Technology and Engineering
            • Information Technology and Engineering
              Information Technology and Engineering

            Fields of Study

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            Business Analytics Consultation
            Accounting
            Professional Analyzing Project Timeline
            Administration
            Digital Artist at Work
            Animation and VFX
            Architect Reviewing a Model
            Architecture
            Digital Artist at Work
            Arts and Communication
            Hair Colorist at Work
            Beauty and Body Care
            Software Development Discussion
            Computer Science and IT
            Chef Garnishing a Gourmet Dish
            Culinary Arts
            Collaborative Coding Session
            Data Analysis
            Learning Shapes and Colors in Preschool
            Education
            Professional at Workstation
            Engineering
            Event Planner Decorating Venue
            Event Planning and Management
            Fashion Designer at Work
            Fashion Design
            Design Through Technology
            Fashion Marketing
            Sound Engineer at Mixing Console
            Film and Audio
            Bartender Taking an Order
            Food Service Management
            Futuristic Urban Traffic
            Game Design
            Team Collaboration in a Creative Workspace
            Game Programming
            Graphic Design
            Hotel Concierge with Tablet
            Hotel Management
            Confident Businesswoman Leading a Meeting
            Human Resources
            Interior Design Planning
            Interior Design
            Shipping Container Yard Inspector
            International Commerce and Transport
            Jewelry Artisan at Work
            Jewellery Design
            Business Team Analyzing Data Charts
            Management
            Business Strategy Session
            Marketing and E-Business
            Photographer working in a studio
            Photography
            Craftsman Sanding a Wooden Chair
            Product Design
            Software Developer at Work
            Programming
            New Homeowner's Pride
            Real Estate Broker
            Joyful Reunion Among Friends
            Social Sciences
            Team Collaboration at a Travel Agency
            Tourism
            User Interface Design Planning
            Web Design
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            Frequently Asked Questions

            Yes, Canadian diplomas are recognized internationally and are highly respected in many professional sectors. This allows graduates to access career opportunities worldwide.

            Yes, you can continue your studies at a university. Several agreements exist between university institutions to facilitate this transition.

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