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Diploma of Agriculture Technology
University of the Fraser Valley
- Chilliwack, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A two-year diploma in applied agriculture with a horticulture or livestock focus.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core principles of Agriculture Technology
- Solve subject-relevant problems
- and communicate results effectively. Suggested learning areas: Protection certificate or the Livestock Production certificate
- Year 2 builds specialisation plus an enterprise project
- Business plan. Core topics: sustainable soil management.
Career outcomes
- Greenhouse and field production
- Nurseries
- Pest management
- Landscaping
- City parks
- Agri-service companies
- Government technicians
- Farm managers
- Dairy herdsperson
- Ranch hand
- Poultry producer
- Artificial insemination specialist
Curriculum
- Two-year diploma. Year 1 completes either the Horticulture Crop Production and Protection certificate or the Livestock Production certificate
- Year 2 builds specialisation plus an enterprise project and business plan. Core topics: sustainable soil management
- Report writing
- Microeconomics
- Pest management field techniques
- On-farm food safety and marketing. Final practicum.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Grade 12 or equivalent international secondary qualification (or 9+ transferable post-secondary credits with 2.00 GPA)
- Programme-specific entrance courses and grades per the UFV academic calendar
- Degree/diploma-level English proficiency (IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 88
- PTE 61
- Duolingo 110).
Accepted academic background
Secondary school (Grade 12) graduation or an equivalent international qualification (list at ufv. Ca international qualifications).
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results
- Portfolio.
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the application window for your intake ( Apply online through EducationPlannerBC (apply. Educationplannerbc. Ca) and pay the 150 CAD application fee. Submit official English proof (TOEFL code 9736
- IELTS or other accepted test) and high school and any post-secondary transcripts. Provide a portfolio
- Letter of intent
- Interview or forms if your programme asks. Receive the offer letter and pay the tuition deposit by the intake deadline. Apply for the study permit. Allow several weeks.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $15,316 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $150 CAD |
| Deposit | $38,764 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Chilliwack |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Science |
| Department | Agriculture |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 49 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Institutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, Funding and application deadlines. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Nov 2026
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $15,316 CAD per year. The application fee is $150 CAD. The deposit is $38,764 CAD. The estimated living cost is $12,400 CAD.