Overview

At Coast Mountain College we are always exploring new ways to move our courses into the field. Our rugged geography and variable climates enhance our classrooms.

Two years of university-level courses at Coast Mountain College are designed to transfer to degree programs at other universities in the province and around the world.

Programs offered

  • Associate of Science Degree

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September & January

    Start your Bachelor's Degree at Coast Mountain College and transfer to any university in the province and beyond.  CMTN offers a comprehensive range of accredited first and second-year university level Arts and Science courses and programs. Learn more about our University Credit options.

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  • Associate of Science Degree

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September & January

    A key pathway into Biological, Health and Medical degrees and a recognized and credible academic achievement that can be used to increase employability.

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  • Associate of Science Degree

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September & January

    Explore a broad range of disciplines to develop an understanding of Earth’s related natural systems and processes. Fieldwork and field-based methods are an integral part of this Associate Degree.

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  • Certificate

    Program length: 1 year

    Intakes: September & January

    With community-based projects and field-based studies, gain the skills needed for entry-level employment in natural resource, mining and mineral exploration, tourism, outdoor adventure and environmental industries.

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  • Diploma

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September & January

    Study rainforest ecology, fish and wildlife management and stream habitat restoration. Our outdoor classrooms take advantage of the best of BC's ecosystems.

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  • Post-Degree Diploma

    Program length: 1 year

    Intakes: September & January

    Study rainforest ecology, fish and wildlife management and stream habitat restoration. Our outdoor classrooms take advantage of the best of BC's ecosystems.

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  • Certificate

    Program length: 1 year

    Intakes: September & January

    Start the first year of an engineering degree at CMTN and then transfer into the second year at an institution and program of your choice. 

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  • Certificate

    Program length: 1 year

    Intakes: September & January

    Our Physical Sciences program is the complete first year for a physics, chemistry, mathematics, computer science, or geoscience degree.

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Stewart/Telegraph Creek

Experience local Indigenous culture while developing an appreciation for a wide variety of geomorphological processes and landscapes.

The Stewart/Telegraph Creek field school begins in Terrace where you will gain a foundation in geoscience and anthropology. We will then travel towards Stewart to investigate the geology and observe some of the most spectacular glacial and alpine landscapes on Earth. Our journey will continue to the volcanic area of Mt. Edziza, and the lava deposits along the valley of the Stikine River to Telegraph Creek. While at Telegraph Creek, you will be guided by the Tahltan people on their amazing and breathtaking territory, to learn about the Tahltan culture, history, and salmon fishing villages.

As part of your field studies you will be encouraged to draw upon the information and experiences acquired in both the geomorphology and anthropology courses to develop and articulate more informed opinions on culture, resource exploration and environmental stewardship.

Courses | 6 credits:

Admission requirements

Dates and locations

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  • Stewart/Telegraph Creek
  • Terrace campus
  • Study science in Prince Rupert.

    At Coast Mountain College we are always exploring new ways to move our courses into the field. Our rugged geography and variable climates enhance our classrooms.

    Two years of university-level science courses are designed to transfer to degree programs at other universities in the province and around the world.

  • Learning local and place-based education.

    Wolfgang, a student from our Hydrology class and University Transfer program, enjoys the education he gets outside of the four walls of a classroom at CMTN. Doing fieldwork that is transferable to a job site is an invaluable career-ready experience.

    At Coast Mountain College we aim to be the college of choice for experiential, place-based learning. We're allowing students to learn both in the classroom and in the spectacular outdoor spaces that are so unique to this part of Canada.

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  • Applied Coastal Ecology

    Our diploma program is enhanced with applied research opportunities and various community projects on the coast of beautiful British Columbia. 

    Located at our Prince Rupert campus, our students explore the surrounding coastal ecology to gain field-work experience preparing them for careers in sustainability, ecology, fish and wildlife preservation and so much more!

    Learn more about our ACE field studies.

  • science faculty

    Education unbound.

    Here, your education is unbound and connected to community.  Transform the way you learn through our unique classroom spaces, field studies and community projects.

    Faculty Bios