Waterford Institute of Technology Canadian College Transfer Programs Overview

Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT) is very pleased to offer degree completion pathways for Ontario students seeking Bachelor degree programs

WIT has a longstanding relationship with many colleges in Ontario and has been involved in student and staff exchange for many years with Centennial College and Humber in Toronto and Fanshawe College in London, Ontario. WIT also has active exchange partnerships with Memorial University in Newfoundland and the University of Fraser Valley and JIBC in British Columbia.

Graduates of two-year college programs in Ontario can study for an honours degree with two further years of study in Ireland. In some cases, graduates of three-year programs will be able to secure an honours degree with one further year of study.

Bachelor programs

Applications are invited in the following areas of study:

Business – Marketing, Human Resource Management, Accounting, and Business Administration
Computing and Information Technology
Early Childhood Education
Engineering
Hospitality Management and Hospitality Administration
Police Foundations and Justice Areas
Tourism
Social Services
Internet Applications and Web Development

If you are studying another discipline we can check if a suitable program is available at WIT so please contact KOM.

Tuition fees/Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)

• For Colleges Ontario students, tuition fees for our undergraduate programs are €8,500  ($12,600 CAD approx).
• Accommodation:  approx €3,000 for September to May.
• Additional Costs:
  • Food and incidentals are estimated by Waterford IT at approx €3,000 per year.
  • The IRP immigration registration costs approx €300

• WIT is an Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) approved institution.
• WIT is also approved by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for tax rebate purposes.

Testimonial from Student

Why not Ireland?

When exploring where to finish your undergraduate degree, why not choose Ireland!? The people are good ‘craic’, the scenery is beautiful and the opportunities for travel and adventure are endless!

Waterford IT provides an excellent learning environment for all students. The international office helps to make the transition from Canada to Ireland seamless and easy. They are always planning events and creating fun ways to help integrate all international students.

Not only is the international office planning events, but the clubs and societies at WIT are constantly recruiting like- minded individuals for weekend getaways and daily activities. Whether you are into kayaking, swimming or football (soccer), you are sure to meet people from all over and make friends that will last a lifetime.

Waterford itself is located in the sunny south east, which is close to amazing beaches, rocky cliffs, classic Irish scenery (sheep and cows) and surfing on the coastline.

Finishing my undergraduate degree at WIT has opened numerous doors, one of which had me working for a marketing company in Ireland. If you are looking for an opportunity to see Europe, meet people from around the world and finish off your schooling…look no further!

My top 5 favourite memories while in Ireland…

1. Meeting people from across the globe, making connections that will last a lifetime
2. Getting involved with Education Ireland as an International Ambassador and having the opportunity to meet the Education ministry and the Irish President, Michael D. Higgins.
3. Exploring Irelands beautiful countryside and taking weekend getaways all over Europe.
4. Playing pick-up soccer almost daily with people from all over the world
5. Partaking in the numerous International Society events and activities.