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Advance your career with programs designed to meet British Columbia’s growing tech needs.

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Shaping Vancouver’s future

Big things are happening in Vancouver. Not only is it a growing centre of tech, digital media, entertainment, life sciences, and international trade, but it’s also one of the world’s most livable cities. Northeastern students are uniquely poised to take advantage of Vancouver’s evolving industries as they tackle programs at the intersection of tech, data, and digital media. Here, you’ll have access to high-tech university resources, experience-based learning that puts your skills into action, and valuable connections with the city’s hottest employers. You’ll be more than a leader when you graduate—you’ll be an innovator.

What makes Vancouver unique

Vancouver offers career-advancing opportunities for students in a wide range of industries, and Northeastern is here to help you find the right one for your needs.

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Opportunities for discovery

Partner with faculty members and industry leaders to conduct research in AI, extended reality, computer vision, and more. In the past two years, our researchers in Vancouver have received $1.5 million in funding.

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Embedded experts

More than 20 organizations in clean tech, conversational AI, fintech, venture capital, and other fields have office space on campus and easily provide co-op, research, and mentorship opportunities.

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Globally recognized neighbours

Our campus is located in the heart of Vancouver and just across the street—or the hall—from Deloitte, Apple, Amazon, and Microsoft offices.

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Top-tier facilities

As the only private R1 research university in British Columbia, Northeastern stands apart when it comes to the quality of its research and facilities.

Fast facts: Northeastern in Vancouver

Whether you're hoping to land a job at an established industry leader or you're interested in the startup scene, Vancouver offers fulfilling career opportunities for Northeastern graduates.

#2 Fastest-growing tech job market in North America

(CBRE, 2024)

#9 Best city worldwide for venture capital funding in tech

(CBRE, 2024)

200+ Co-op placements for Vancouver students since 2021

Vancouver campus highlights

Northeastern supports students through every step of their academic journey and beyond, from choosing the right program to discovering opportunities for research and connection.

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Pathway to Tech programs

Students without a background in computer science, digital media, or analytics can launch new careers in these industries with specially designed degrees that give them foundational skills.

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High-quality student support

The Vancouver campus hosts a number of career-readiness resources, community tech events, and student interest groups that provide opportunities for learning and networking outside the classroom.

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Research participation

Current research projects encompass AI and machine learning, computer vision, augmented and virtual reality, and more, and many include the support of major employers and startups in the area.

Plan a visit

Schedule a campus visit to meet with a Northeastern representative, get answers to all of your questions, and see what it’s like to study in Vancouver.

Address
410 West Georgia Street
Suite 1400
Vancouver, BC V6B 1Z3
Canada

Phone
604.328.7454

Schedule a visit