Degree Authorization

B.C. Public Institutions

Under the legislation governing public post-secondary institutions, the Minister of Advanced Education must approve all new degree programs. These web pages are designed to provide British Columbia public post-secondary institutions with a step-by-step guide for the new degree application and review process. They include information institutions will need before applying, the content and format for a full program proposal, the criteria used by the Degree Quality Assessment Board to assess proposals, and directions on how to submit a proposal using the online post-secondary institution proposal system.

Application Process

• Before you Apply
• Quality Assessment
• Costs
• Online Application System

Assessment Criteria

• Degree Program Criteria and Guidelines
• Exempt Status Criteria and Guidelines

Legislation

• Related Legislation
• Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia

Other Information

• Non-degree Review
• Glossary