Okanagan work and transfer planning
Kelowna, British Columbia
CIS describes co-op and direct progression options, while transfer credit and receiving-program decisions remain specific to the credential and destination.
Confirm degree progression
Okanagan says CIS graduates may proceed directly to the Bachelor of Computer Information Systems, or after extra courses to a Bachelor of Business Administration. Its separate BCIS page says CIS diploma graduates may enter year three, subject to the degree’s requirements; confirm the current assessment and course match before treating that as a personal admission result.
Plan co-op and residency requirements
The CIS department recommends co-op between semesters three and four, and says co-op can add about a year. The CIS diploma requires 60 credits, a minimum graduating average of 60% and at least 50% of the program through Okanagan, including 18 credits at the 200 level or higher. The BCIS page says CIS diploma graduates may enter year three. The degree requires 120 credits and a 60% minimum graduating average. At least 25% and 30 upper-level credits must be completed through Okanagan.
Request transfer credit early
Okanagan’s transfer-credit service requires an accepted offer, tuition deposit and official transcripts. A prior course must be at least 50%, and an equivalent OC course can receive direct credit. A department may grant general or unassigned credit without an exact equivalent, subject to program and academic standards. Courses completed 10 or more years before the application are not accepted. Requests can take up to six weeks, with July 15, November 15 and March 15 deadlines for Fall, Winter and Summer. B.C. transcripts are free, other Canadian transcripts $50 and international transcripts $150. Keep course outlines and ask the receiving program for written admission and credit conditions.
Checked 2026-09-13
| Route | Published condition or limit |
|---|---|
| BCIS | CIS diploma graduates may enter year 3; degree requirements and course match still apply |
| BBA | May require extra courses; confirm destination requirements |
| Co-op | Available option recommended between semesters 3 and 4; may extend study |
| Transfer credit | Request an assessment; do not assume automatic credit |
Decision checklist
- Ask the receiving degree for a named assessment.
- Confirm co-op eligibility and schedule.
- Keep official course outlines for transfer review.
Official sources
Open the official page again before applying, accepting an offer, paying, selecting housing, or relying on a transfer or immigration pathway.
Educational guidance only. Requirements, prices, transfers, housing, immigration eligibility, and availability can change; use the official links in this guide before acting.
Plan your next step
Reopen the exact official program page for your intake and applicant category. Save the requirement, cost, campus, and deadline evidence you used, then confirm any uncertainty with the institution.
Prepared by the Stellar Advisers editorial team · reviewed 2026-09-13 · next scheduled review 2026-09-14