The information here is pertained for new students admitted for the Winter 2025 semester (i.e. those beginning classes in January 2025).
Online Orientation Course
DCUE-0200 New Student Orientation is a self-paced online course designed for new Douglas College students. It lives on Blackboard and it covers all the basics of how to get ready for your first semester here. Learn about all the new student essentials such as how to get your student ID card and where to get your textbooks. Discover the students services available to you. Plus, find out how you can get involved in the Douglas College community.
New students will be automatically enrolled into this course in early December. Please check under the "Courses" section on your Blackboard.
Orientation Workshops
Our orientation workshops set you up for success at Douglas College. Some workshops are hosted online while some are hosted in person. Check out the workshop offerings below and be sure to register for the ones that are of interest to you. All are listed in PST time.
Don't forget to check out also the Learning Centre webpage to learn about their upcoming workshops.
Learn how to register for courses by attending a Registration 101 Workshop online! You will learn how to choose your courses, when to register for courses and how. This is also an opportunity to ask Enrolment Services Advisors questions about course registration. Content of the workshops on November 7 and 12 are the same.
Please note that information shared in this workshop is not applicable to international new students due to a different course registration procedure.
The event has already concluded.
Should domestic new students have questions about registering for classes, please visit the Registration - Winter 2025 webpage. For international new students, please refer to information provided by Douglas College International (DCI) or visit the New International Student Checklist webpage.
Learn how to register for courses by attending a Registration 101 Workshop online! You will learn how to choose your courses, when to register for courses and how. This is also an opportunity to ask Enrolment Services Advisors questions about course registration. Content of the workshops on November 7 and 12 are the same.
Please note that information shared in this workshop is not applicable to international new students due to a different course registration procedure.
The event has already concluded.
Should domestic new students have questions about registering for classes, please visit the Registration - Winter 2025 webpage. For international new students, please refer to information provided by Douglas College International (DCI) or visit the New International Student Checklist webpage.
In this session, learn why academic integrity is important in your studies and the risks and consequences of academic misconduct. Find out what is expected of students at Douglas College, including the mandatory course DCUE-0100 Academic Integrity. Plus, you could get a chance to win a gift card just by attending!
Peer Tutors from the Learning Centre will share strategies to help you get ready for your first semester by creating a study schedule, note-taking strategies, active reading, communicating with your instructor, etc. Join us to learn all the handy tips to be a successful Douglas College student and get a chance to win a gift card!
A casual welcome to our first-semester international students! We will introduce you to our Douglas College International team and the services we can provide you to help you throughout your time at Douglas. We will also cover Canadian culture and tips for settling into your new home.
Planning on Travelling to Canada? There are a few things to be aware of before you make an informed decision. Point of Entry update, travel documents, booking your flight, arriving in YVR and more.
An overview of the different medical insurance for international students at Douglas including MSP, Guard.me and the DSU extended heath care.
Overview of important documents, enrolment status, working eligibility, SIN, and PGWP.
Studying in Canada can be very different than your home country. Attend this workshop to learn about tips for success and pitfalls to avoid.
In collaboration with the Career Center, we will introduce you to some of your options for career skills and support at Douglas College.
Speak with current Mentors and learn more about their experience of being a Douglas College student! Learn more about our Mentorship Program and how to be matched with a senior international student who can mentor you through your first semester at Douglas.
In this session, learn why academic integrity is important in your studies and the risks and consequences of academic misconduct. Find out what is expected of students at Douglas College, including the mandatory course DCUE 0100 Academic Integrity.
General New Student Orientation Sessions
Get ready for your first semester by attending an in-person General New Student Orientation Session! We will give you a look at life on campus, walk you through the new student checklist and introduce you to student services which support your Douglas journey. Come to one of the sessions to connect with peers and have your questions answered. These sessions are open to parents and supporters as well. All are listed in PST time.