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Faculty of Applied Community Studies 

Why study Applied Community Studies at Douglas College?  

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Flexible learning options
We offer full-time, part-time and blended learning options so you can learn on your schedule.

Flexible learning options
We offer full-time, part-time and blended learning options so you can learn on 
your schedule.

Practical experience
Every program in this faculty provides hands-on experience through practicums, work placements and service-learning opportunities.

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Practical experience
Every program in this faculty provides hands-on experience through practicums, work placements and service-learning opportunities.

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University transfer
Many of our courses and credentials are readily transferable to universities in British Columbia as well as other institutions throughout North America and around the world

University transfer
Many of our courses and credentials are readily transferable to universities in British Columbia as well as other institutions throughout North America and around the world

If you are a compassionate, grounded person committed to building relationships with at-risk children, supporting families and seniors, fostering inclusive education and improving our communities, then the Faculty of Applied Community Studies is for you.

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